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Hans India
4 days ago
- Business
- Hans India
Empowering Futures: How IDEMIA is Bridging the Skills Gap and Transforming Lives
Bengaluru: In an era where technology is reshaping industries and redefining work, true progress is measured not by economic growth alone but by the opportunities we create for young people to rise—regardless of background. In India, the IDEMIA Skill Program, led by the IDEMIA India Foundation, does exactly that: equipping underprivileged youth with real-world skills, confidence, and belonging to help them shape their own futures. Moving beyond traditional training, IDEMIA proves how corporate responsibility can create meaningful, lasting change—one life at a time. Known globally for advanced security and identity technologies, IDEMIA believes that skills development must encompass more than technical ability. 'Access to opportunity is the first step toward true inclusion.' With the world evolving around artificial intelligence and digital revolution, being future-ready is not a nice-to-have; it is a must. With the belief that every young person deserves an equitable chance, IDEMIA's CSR initiative aims to help bridge the digital and economic gap. By providing technical training, workplace readiness, and confidence, the program opens pathways to dignity and independence. What sets the IDEMIA Skill Program apart is its holistic, market-aligned approach. The curriculum, co-developed with industry experts, covers digital technologies, data analytics, and cybersecurity fields with strong job potential. But it's not just about hard skills. Hosted within The IDEMIA Tower, the program immerses students in a real corporate environment, where they see professionalism, teamwork, and collaboration in action. IDEMIA employees deepen the experience by volunteering as mentors, guiding students on soft skills, communication, and corporate etiquette—areas critical for workplace success but often overlooked. Mock interviews and assessments further build confidence, preparing students to enter the job market ready to lead. The goal isn't just employment—it's about building dignity, resilience, and a sense of belonging. The outcomes speak volumes. With a more than 90% placement rate, the program is more like a launchpad than just a classroom. Many graduates now hold roles once out of reach, contributing to their families and creating brighter futures. Females represent more than 50% of the students, and their stories are true inspirations for others, from a young woman working in cybersecurity to a first-generation learner who became a data analyst. They all show how the program helps students not simply work, but create, innovate and flourish. In a country where millions are still struggling for a chance to get an education and employment, these initiatives bring hope and real-world change. Through the evolution of our industries and technology, it is exciting to witness IDEMIA's commitment to real-world readiness and inclusion demonstrate a real change based on the lives transformed rather than numbers. 'At IDEMIA, we believe that empowering young people with real-world skills and the confidence to dream bigger is the most meaningful investment we can make,' says Manisha Dubey, Head of IDEMIA India Foundation and VP – Marketing Communications & Brand at IDEMIA. 'Through the IDEMIA Skill Program, we're not just bridging the skills gap—we're helping underprivileged youth unlock their true potential, build futures of dignity and independence, and become active contributors to India's digital transformation.' Beyond placement numbers, the IDEMIA Skill Program shows what's possible when corporate vision is driven by purpose. Young people don't just secure jobs—they gain confidence, self-belief, and the power to shape their own futures. They join the workforce not just as employees, but as innovators and changemakers ready to drive India's digital growth. For them, it's about more than earning a living—it's about building lives of dignity, independence, and impact. And that is what truly makes this journey remarkable.
United News of India
14-07-2025
- Business
- United News of India
IDEMIA introduces its latest cryptographic library
New Delhi, July 14 (UNI) In a major step to deal with the current challenges posed to cryptographic standards, French multinational tech company IDEMIA has launched the 'IDEMIA Sphere Cryptographic Library'. This platform is designed for easy integration and enables organizations to adapt with quantum-resistant cryptography. It is certified by international watchdogs, including the National Institute of Standards and Technology, or NIST. The NIST is a nodal agency under the US Department of Commerce with the main motive to spread American innovation and industrial competitiveness throughout the world. The IDEMIA Sphere Cryptographic Library provides a next-gen base to organizations for securing their services. This model is specially designed to meet the end-user needs by delivering both classical and post-quantum algorithms. Marc Bertin (Chief Technology Officer, IDEMIA) pointed out that the emergence of Quantum Computing and the launch of IDEMIA Sphere Cryptographic Library at the right time are going to assist organizations in protecting their critical assets. Marc also highlighted the commitment of IDEMIA to maintaining secure transactions. The launch of IDEMIA Sphere Cryptographic Library will assist businesses in handling migration risks and adapting to the demand for growing digital services. UNI SAS RN
IOL News
10-07-2025
- Automotive
- IOL News
Legal limbo: SA's R898 million driver's licence contract with IDEMIA still unresolved
The Department of Transport is facing numerous questions regarding the R898 million smart driving licence cards tender awarded to Idemia. Image: Supplied Six months after the Department of Transport announced plans to approach the courts for a declaratory order on a controversial contract with French tech firm IDEMIA, the matter has yet to be heard. The R898 million contract, awarded to IDEMIA to supply equipment for printing South Africa's driver's licences, is in limbo. The deal came under scrutiny after a separate IDEMIA contract with Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) was cancelled following a dispute with its BEE partner, Infoverge. The fallout prompted Transport Minister Barbara Creecy to review the IDEMIA deal. The Auditor-General was called in, and the findings flagged significant procurement irregularities and non-compliance with key tender requirements. In response, Creecy halted IDEMIA's work pending the outcome of a legal challenge. Transport Minister Barbara Creecy has halted IDEMIA's contract, calling on the Auditor-General to review the procurement process Image: Ayanda Ndamane / Independent Newspapers Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Ad loading 'It's mind-boggling that six months later, nothing has been done and the country is left to suffer,' said Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse (OUTA) CEO Wayne Duvenage. 'If the minister hadn't announced plans to go to court, we would have filed papers to have the IDEMIA contract overturned.' Transport spokesperson Collen Msibi confirmed the legal process is now moving forward. 'We finalised our court papers in the past two weeks and are ready to apply for a declaratory order,' said Msibi. A declaratory order is a legal ruling that clarifies the rights and obligations of parties in a dispute. This follows IDEMIA's warning that it would contest any attempt to cancel the contract. Asked what would happen if the court rules against IDEMIA, Msibi said contingency plans are in place. 'We have other service providers, and the Department of Home Affairs already has a printing facility we can use,' she said. Friederike Lyon, a France-based spokesperson for IDEMIA, said the company maintains it 'legitimately and lawfully' secured the tender and is willing to address concerns raised by the Auditor-General. 'IDEMIA has noted the Department of Transport's decision to seek a declaratory order. While some findings fall outside our scope, those relating to IDEMIA do not reflect the reality of our operations. We remain fully committed to working with the government to clarify any issues and ensure South Africans benefit from secure, advanced driver's licence solutions,' Lyon said. Get your news on the go, click here to join the Cape Argus News WhatsApp channel. Cape Argus
IOL News
09-07-2025
- Business
- IOL News
'Mind-boggling' delay in R898 million driver's licence contract case
Transport Minister Barbara Creecy has halted IDEMIA's contract, calling on the Auditor-General to review the procurement process Image: Ayanda Ndamane / Independent Newspapers Six months after the Department of Transport announced plans to approach the courts for a declaratory order on a controversial contract with French tech firm IDEMIA, the matter has yet to be heard. The R898 million contract, awarded to IDEMIA to supply equipment for printing South Africa's driver's licences, is in limbo. The deal came under scrutiny after a separate IDEMIA contract with Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) was cancelled following a dispute with its BEE partner, Infoverge. The fallout prompted Transport Minister Barbara Creecy to review the IDEMIA deal. The Auditor-General was called in, and the findings flagged significant procurement irregularities and non-compliance with key tender requirements. In response, Creecy halted IDEMIA's work pending the outcome of a legal challenge. 'It's mind-boggling that six months later, nothing has been done and the country is left to suffer,' said Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse (OUTA) CEO Wayne Duvenage. 'If the minister hadn't announced plans to go to court, we would have filed papers to have the IDEMIA contract overturned.' Transport spokesperson Collen Msibi confirmed the legal process is now moving forward. 'We finalised our court papers in the past two weeks and are ready to apply for a declaratory order,' said Msibi. A declaratory order is a legal ruling that clarifies the rights and obligations of parties in a dispute. This follows IDEMIA's warning that it would contest any attempt to cancel the contract. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Ad loading Asked what would happen if the court rules against IDEMIA, Msibi said contingency plans are in place. 'We have other service providers, and the Department of Home Affairs already has a printing facility we can use,' she said. Friederike Lyon, a France-based spokesperson for IDEMIA, said the company maintains it 'legitimately and lawfully' secured the tender and is willing to address concerns raised by the Auditor-General. 'IDEMIA has noted the Department of Transport's decision to seek a declaratory order. While some findings fall outside our scope, those relating to IDEMIA do not reflect the reality of our operations. We remain fully committed to working with the government to clarify any issues and ensure South Africans benefit from secure, advanced driver's licence solutions,' Lyon said. IOL News
IOL News
08-07-2025
- Business
- IOL News
Legal battle stalls for South African BEE firm amid IDEMIA acquisition talks
However, shortly after clinching the deal, the two parties fell out with IDEMIA withdrawing INFOVERGE as their local partner. INFOVERGE then challenged this, resulting in the contract being cancelled by ACSA and INFOVERGE subsequently suing IDEMIA for R115 million in damages over their losses. The case involves a R115 million biometrics tender awarded by Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) to French firm IDEMIA two years ago with local BEE firm, INFOVERGE being given 30% of the contract. Following months of a protracted legal battle, the matter has now stalled, explains INFOVERGE CEO, Musa Mahlaba when approached for an update on their legal challenge. "We've been told that the South African arm of IDEMIA is under acquisition of sorts. We've been trying to get some clarity on this but they have not been forthcoming and have not responded, which leaves our legal matter in some kind of limbo as we wait. We have been advised to give it some time before we decide what options we pursue," he told IOL. IDEMIA also failed to respond to an IOL query on the matter. The fallout with ACSA also led to the suspension of ACSA's Chief Information Officer in 2024 amid allegations of wrongdoing in the tender process in which IDEMIA emerged as the winning bidder. The cancellation of the ACSA contract with IDEMIA also set off alarm bells over their other government tenders prompting Transport Minister, Barbara Creesy, to question another state contract awarded to IDEMIA - a whopping R486 million contract for the country's driving licence machine. Following an investigation into that, an AG report found that IDEMIA failed to meet key bid requirements. This has led to the current impasse over that contract with the Department of Transport looking to cancel the IDEMIA contract. That matter is ongoing. IOL
