Ping Identity, a leader in securing digital identities for big companies, announced it will acquire Keyless. Keyless is a London-based innovator in privacy-focused biometric authentication. The transaction remains subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals.
The acquisition brings Keyless’s Zero-Knowledge Biometrics™ technology into Ping Identity’s portfolio. Keyless uses a quick glance at the camera for authentication. It checks the user’s face and device against stored data. Cryptographic methods keep biometric info safe. It’s never stored in a way that lets anyone retrieve it or link it back to the original image, whether on the device or in the cloud. Keyless is different from traditional biometric solutions. It doesn’t need a special device. This makes it easy to use in many places and for various user groups. The result is a smooth, privacy-first experience. It helps organizations boost identity assurance and guard against fraud and AI-driven impersonation.
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“In an era where trust is continuously tested, organizations must deliver digital experiences that are more secure, private, and effortless,” said Andre Durand, CEO and Founder of Ping Identity. “By joining forces with Keyless, we aim to make privacy-preserving authentication as simple as a glance building greater confidence into every digital interaction.”
Andrea Carmignani, CEO and Co-Founder of Keyless, added, “Trust lies at the heart of every digital relationship. This acquisition will build trust in the identity journey. It covers verification, authentication, and authorization. This shows our shared commitment to a safer, smoother, and more private world.”
Privacy-Preserving Authentication for the Next Generation of Digital Trust
After the acquisition, Ping Identity will integrate Keyless’s privacy-focused biometric authentication. This system runs well on all devices, channels, and apps in the Ping Identity Platform. This integration will help businesses boost fraud prevention and user trust. It does this without adding friction to digital experiences.
Keyless will help Ping achieve its “One Platform” vision. This vision aims to provide verified trust across all identities. It covers customer identity and access management (CIAM), workforce, and B2B use cases. Keyless will also enable secure, passwordless access in frontline, shared-terminal, and manufacturing settings.
Keyless’s technology is designed to:
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Help protect customers from account-takeover fraud while enabling fast, self-service experiences.
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Help employees use passwordless multi-factor authentication (MFA) and easy single sign-on (SSO). This makes access simpler and stronger.
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Enable quick biometric authentication and deep-fake detection for mobile and frontline workers. Performance should be under 300 ms.
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Secure key user moments, like account opening and recovery, with passwordless authentication flows.
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Enhance readiness for global privacy and compliance standards including GDPR, CCPA, and PSD3.
Ping Identity and Keyless want to make privacy-focused authentication key to today’s identity security. They focus on speed, security, and trust in every interaction. This proposed combination highlights Ping’s plan to enhance seamless, privacy-first authentication. It aims to cover various identities and use cases while keeping control and user experience intact.