Gemalto selected by KDDI
Gemalto is selected by KDDI for Japan's first commercial launch of mobile NFC services. Successfully launched in January, Gemalto provides a one-stop service to KDDI, encompassing its Allynis Trusted Service Manager (TSM) software and UpTeq NFC high-end security device.
The launch is a part of the recently announced Japan Mobile NFC Consortium that brings together the country's three largest operators to coordinate the adoption of multiple international standards for NFC. Subscribers are able to experience various types of contactless services ranging from mobile payments, transportation services, e-driver's licenses, e-ticketing as well as information acquisition from smart posters. KDDI's early migration to Gemalto's Upteq NFC high-end security SIM-format device provides a solid protection for the operator's investments in NFC with lower risks and higher returns.
Kenichi Bandou, Senior Manager, KDDI said, "With more than 45 NFC projects globally, Gemalto has unrivalled experience in managing the complexity of building a mobile contactless ecosystem. As Japan is where mobile proximity started many years ago, with consumers already actively using mobile contactless services, we anticipate quick user adoption of this new service."
Tan Teck-Lee, President Asia, Gemalto said, "KDDI's decision to proceed with commercialization was based on their subscribers' positive feedback that the pilot program brought much convenience and added value to their daily lives. Built from our extensive engagements across key digital security markets worldwide, Gemalto's end-to-end NFC solution will enable further massive deployment of mobile contactless services across Japan. It is also the first step towards NFC roaming capability, which will enable mobile users to make purchases in globally compatible contactless point of sales wherever they are when they travel abroad."
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