As the world becomes more connected, we make it more secure.
For those shaping the digital interactions of tomorrow, we provide the digital security that enables the trusted connections of today.
You will find our digital identity and data protection technologies at the heart of modern life. We are there when banks exchange funds, people cross borders or drivers step into connected cars.
Across time zones and continents, we protect businesses, governments and individuals from data breaches and identity theft. By relying on us, our clients in 180 countries can offer trusted and secure digital services so that their customers and citizens can enjoy their digital lifestyles.
Put simply, we’re there to bring trust to the world’s digital transformation.
Gemalto is now part of the Thales Group. We’re excited about this new chapter for our organization and feel it will help accelerate our vision for next generation digital security.
Gemalto will continue to trade as a separate organization for a (yet to be determined) period of time. As a new journey starts for us, rest assured that we are wholly focused on ensuring the same high levels of service for our customers.
Key figures
15,000Employees
€3bn2018 Revenue
47Countries
3,000+R&D Engineers
The next generation of digital security
As people’s daily lifestyles become more digital they’re interacting more frequently with online services and generating increasing amounts of personal data. While this creates countless opportunities for service providers, it could be threatened by the growing number of data breaches. Gemalto focuses on two core technologies – Digital Identification and Data Protection - that counter the two root causes of cyberattacks, identity theft and unencrypted data.
Digital Identity
Identity Theft
Data Protection
Unencrypted Data
Gemalto works differently to other security companies. We give data owners more control by combining Digital Identity and Data Protection across the entire digital service lifecycle. Our solutions are used by over 30,000 organizations to verify the identities of people and things, to allow access to services and to protect the growing amount of data these services generate.
Protecting the complete digital service lifecycle
Worldwide digital security expertise
Our 35 research and software development centers design and deliver physical and digital identity credentials, multiple authentication schemes, including biometrics, and IoT connectivity, device security as well as data encryption and cloud service protection. These technologies are enabling digital payment, border control, cloud security, smart healthcare and much more.
To find out how we can support your digital security requirements, take a closer look at what we do for the different markets below.
Philippe ValléeChief Executive Officer
People and organizations need to feel confident about using digital services
We do things differently
We are a forward-thinking company with a positive view of digital security. As a result, we have quickly grown to become a global leader in our field. With 15,000 employees and 2018 revenues of €3 billion, we now serve some of the largest organizations in nearly every country worldwide. Yet we will always remain true to our three founding values:
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Customers
We put customer needs first.
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People
We value people for their diversity and integrity.
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Innovation
We always focus on innovation.
We work the way you work
As a world leader in digital security, our clients trust us with their business. They are companies such as Banco Santander, Samsung, Amazon Web Services, and Peugeot-Citro?n as well as governments like the UK, Colombia and South Africa. They come to us because they are looking for gains in efficiency, security and simplicity.
Enabling mobile identity in Belgium
Learn how Belgium’s pioneering itsme? app is simplifying identity management for financial services.
Combatting fraud at Telefónica Deutschland
See how our ID verification service speeds ID checks for prepaid customers.
Delivering the next UK ePassport
Discover the latest country to adopt our secure ePassports.
Start with trust and grow from there
Gemalto has led the market for trusted digital interactions since 2006. Today, our pioneering technologies touch the lives of billions of people. It’s all thanks to our rich heritage, legacy of innovation and focus on continued growth.
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2006 - New company, new mission
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2007 - Securing online banking
Gemalto becomes the first company to receive Visa and Mastercard certification for its secure online banking two-factor authentication device.
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2009 - A boost for child protection
Gemalto technology is at the heart of Belgium’s new eID card for children under 12, with special features for improving security online and in emergencies.
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2010 - Innovation from 4G to IoT
Gemalto is a key player in launching the first LTE/4G network in the U.S., with the company’s R&D supporting a smooth transition for operators.
Gemalto acquires Cinterion – the leading provider of machine-to-machine connections – accelerating the company’s influence in IoT.
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2012 - Reaching a major milestone in India
Gemalto delivers the 25 millionth e-Driver's License in India since leading the rollout of these secure e-documents in 2003.
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2013 - Traded on twin markets
Gemalto successfully applies for dual listing on NYSE Euronext Amsterdam alongside the existing listing on NYSE Euronext Paris and enters the AEX index of the 25 most traded Dutch securities.
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2015 - Complete data and software protection
Gemalto acquires SafeNet – world leader in identity and data protection and software monetization – marking the company as the reference for cloud data, software, and transaction security.
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2016 - 10 years at the top
Gemalto celebrates a decade of success in digital security and diversification into new markets – having grown from a company of 10,000 people in 2006 to 15,000 today, generating revenues of €3.1 billion.
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2017 - Integrating biometrics expertise
Gemalto acquires 3M’s Identity Management Business to continue expansion into the promising commercial biometric authentication market, in particular with its advanced face recognition technology.
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2019 - Gemalto joins the Thales Group
On 2nd of April 2019, Gemalto was acquired by Thales with the ambition to create a new global leader in the fast growing digital security market.
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Our Latest Blog Post
Posted on Feb 11, 2020
Q&A: What consumers really think about Trusted Digital IDs
Read this postWe discuss consumer attitudes towards Trusted Digital IDs, based on our findings from new global research.