Aware acquires Fortress Identity to expand eKYC and biometric verification offerings

AWARE INC /MA/

Acquisition announced December 22, 2021; financial terms not disclosed.
Fortress Identity provides digital ID verification and biometric authentication via its cloud-native FortressID platform.
FortressID supports AML, CTF, and PEP compliance checks for secure onboarding and risk management.
Deal enhances Aware's SaaS model and strengthens foothold in North America, Latin America, and Europe.
Combined suite covers identity proofing, verification, and authentication to combat fraud.

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