Identity Management and Information Security News for the Week of January 24th: Rocket Software, Accenture, Jumio, and More

The editors at Solutions Review have curated this list of the most noteworthy Identity Management and Information Security news from the week of January 24th. This round-up covers announcements and updates from Rocket Software, Accenture, Jumio, and more.
Keeping tabs on all the most relevant Identity Management and Information Security news can be time-consuming. As a result, our editorial team aims to summarize some of the top headlines in the space by curating a collection of the latest vendor product news, mergers and acquisitions, venture capital funding, talent acquisition, and other noteworthy news. With that in mind, here is some of the top identity management and information security news from January 24th.
Identity Management and Information Security News for the Week of January 24th
Accenture Makes a Strategic Investment in QuSecure
Accenture, through Accenture Ventures, has made a strategic investment in QuSecure, a post-quantum cybersecurity solution provider. As part of the investment, the companies will offer comprehensive post-quantum crypto agility solutions that help government agencies and private sector businesses mitigate quantum risks. Additionally, QuSecure will join Accenture Ventures’ Project Spotlight program, which spotlights companies that are creating or applying disruptive enterprise technologies. The program will provide QuSecure with access to Accenture’s domain expertise and its enterprise clients.
Jumio Releases New Tools for the Gaming, Gambling, and Sports Betting Market
Jumio—an automated, AI-driven biometric identity verification, risk signals, and compliance solutions—has announced several additions to its portfolio of offerings for the global gaming, gambling, and sports betting marketplace. These new products and tools aim to provide smoother onboarding experiences for players while upholding trust, safety, and compliance standards. The company also launched eKYC Checks, a new risk signal that can provide additional reassurance that end-users are who they say they are by validating their name, address, or date of birth through one or two independent data sources.
Naoris Protocol and Alpaca Network Announce a Strategic Partnership
Naoris Protocol, a Decentralized Security Layer provider, has announced a strategic partnership with Alpaca Network, a decentralized hub for AI innovation and monetization. The collaboration will unite Naoris Protocol’s post-quantum-powered decentralized cybersecurity solutions with Alpaca Network’s ecosystem of AI tools, services, and decentralized applications. Additionally, Naoris Protocol will deploy its decentralized cybersecurity agents to help secure Alpaca Network’s decentralized infrastructure.
Persona Introduces New Enhancements for its Face Spoof Detection Capabilities
Persona, a global identity platform provider, has announced several advancements for its AI-based face spoof detection capabilities. These updates will enhance the platform’s ability to detect and prevent generative AI fraud techniques. Rick Song, CEO of Persona, says. “Our fraud solutions are designed to adapt in real-time to ensure our customers remain protected against even the most sophisticated attacks. In 2024 alone, we helped customers detect and block over 75 million fraud attempts leveraging AI-based face spoofs.”
Rocket Software Launches Rocket Secure Host Access
Rocket Software, a global modernization software provider, has launched Rocket Secure Host Access, a security-first terminal emulator that differentiates itself with the ability to integrate green screen access with existing identity and access management (IAM) solutions. The benefits of the new offering include cost-effective risk mitigation, simplified security integration, and an extensive roadmap focused on providing users with “future-ready” IT security. Rocket Secure Host Access will join Rocket Software’s existing Security and Compliance solution suite.
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