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Isorg, a pioneer in Organic PhotoDetectors (OPDs) and large area image sensors, announces further details on the company’s collaboration with Precise Biometrics, a pioneer in fingerprint verification software, on a new Fingerprint on Display (FoD) solution for the mobile industry. OPD technology While increasing resolution unquestionably remains a major trend within the display industry such as 4K displays, there is also convergence towards POL-less (polariser-less) technology. As a direct consequence of this trend, the lower display transmittance means traditional CIS (CMOS Image Sensor) fingerprint sensing technology encounters performance issues. The high efficiency of Isorg’s OPD technology, one of its key strengths, allows it to reach far superior performance even under these challenging system requirements. Thinness as an advantage Smartphones with curved displays or even foldable smartphones remain compatible with Isorg’s modules Another key advantage of Isorg’s modules is their thinness under 300µm. This permits smartphone makers to provide more space to integrate the battery and other components, compared to competitive sensor solutions. High-end smartphones with curved displays or even foldable smartphones remain compatible with Isorg’s modules that can also be manufactured on flexible substrates. Optimal biometric performance “Over the past few months, the teams of both Isorg and Precise Biometrics have engaged in developing solutions for smartphone OEMs and display makers to build next-generation products. Improved integration of sensor and display capabilities will allow for new user experiences." "Precise’s software competency complements our OPD technology stack and is instrumental in providing optimal biometric performance in line with current and future customer requirements,” said Dieter May, CEO of Isorg. Large-area fingerprint modules Thanks to its disruptive organic image sensor technology, Isorg has developed large-area fingerprint modules that are commercially available in different sizes from 20x30mm2 up to full-display versions. The complete module not only contains the organic image sensor but also the necessary optical layers, in addition to its proprietary ASIC ReadOut IC (ROIC). Full-display modules create an enhanced user experience, allowing authentication by applying the fingertip in any position across the entire screen. Moreover, it allows for multi-finger authentication, which massively increases the level of security. Image processing optimisation This collaboration will take the specifics of Isorg’s hardware performance by fine-tuning Precise’s algorithms Based on this mature hardware solution, Isorg is moving forward to ease integration for smartphone makers. It is soliciting Precise Biometrics’ expertise in fingerprint development and optimisation algorithms to bring a pioneering solution to the mobile market. This collaboration will mainly focus on image processing optimisation, taking into account the specifics of Isorg’s hardware performance, and enhancing matching quality by fine-tuning Precise’s algorithms and integrating anti-spoofing features. Independent algorithm provider “It is positive to see the investments in this industry, with new sensor vendors and technologies being introduced to address future authentication needs by fingerprint biometrics." "We are very pleased that Isorg has selected us as its software provider; this reinforces our position as the leading independent algorithm provider for any type of fingerprint sensor technology within the mobile space,” said Patrick Höijer, CEO of Precise Biometrics. Cost-efficient solution This cost-efficient solution is targeting major smartphone OEMs. Due to advanced discussions already held with them and an established supply chain to scale production volume rapidly, Isorg is confident of seeing a significant product ramp-up in the next 9-15 months.

Isorg, a pioneer in Organic PhotoDetectors (OPDs) and large-area image sensors, has announced the appointment of Dieter May as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), in order to transform the company from an SME into a major corporation. Dieter May takes over from Isorg’s Founder Jean-Yves Gomez, who has successfully led the company’s technological and industrial development, since its creation in 2010. Mr. Gomez will now devote his time to driving future generations of technology, as the company’s Chief Innovation Officer. Isorg appoints new Chief Executive Officer Mr. May joins Isorg from Osram Opto Semiconductors, in Munich, Germany, where he was Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for the last three years. With a distinguished career in the hi-tech field, he brings to Isorg extensive experience of top-level industrial business management in semiconductors, software, automotive and mobile communications. Dieter May has over 30 years of experience in world-renowned organisations, driving transformational change and product innovation in optoelectronics and digital products, and services, beyond Osram Opto Semiconductors to include other major global multi-national corporations, such as BMW, Nokia and Infineon. Support for Isorg’s commercial ramp-up Dieter May's appointment comes at a time when Isorg is about to begin its commercial ramp-up Dieter May's appointment comes at a time when Isorg is about to begin its commercial ramp-up. His aim is to build a company with a scalable footprint. He will ensure that Isorg’s industrial scale-up is ready to meet the required mass production for consumer markets and drive business success. Jean-Pierre Bizet, Board Member at Isorg, said “We are delighted to welcome Dieter to Isorg, as we chart the next chapter in our journey to becoming market leader in large area photodetectors and image sensors." He adds, "His vision and executive management track record, as well as his go-to-market strategy, alliances and M&A experience will serve Isorg well, as the company extends its offering globally in the consumer electronics, security and ID markets.” Biometric modules for use in security applications Jean-Pierre Bizet continues, “We sincerely thank Jean-Yves for his fortitude in bringing Isorg’s OPD technology to maturity. Isorg will continue to benefit from his technological talents and insights.” Isorg offers a range of innovative, slim-format and easy-integration security and identity solutions. The company’s biometric modules are approved for use in security applications. Its larger-area Fingerprint on Display (FoD) solutions is targeted for smartphone user authentication, enabling users to make higher value mobile data transactions more securely. Organic PhotoDiode innovations and full-blown FoD platform Isorg also collaborates with major industrial players on developing fingerprint sensors. I have met many talented staff in various technical fields and dedicated teams" Dieter May, the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at Isorg, stated “Isorg has developed an impressively disruptive technology and made great achievements with its Organic PhotoDiode (OPD) innovations and full-blown FoD platform. There is significant expertise at the company. I have met many talented staff in various technical fields and dedicated teams, who have worked hard to bring the technology to maturity and acquire a world-class IP position.” Dieter May adds, “I am convinced by Isorg’s huge potential, its capacity to gain a firm foothold in different promising markets and become a leader there.” Large-area image sensors and biometrics solutions Jean-Yves Gomez stated, “I am very enthusiastic about Dieter joining us. Our products are now ready for commercialisation. Dieter has repeatedly shown his ability to transform innovation into real commercial success. We expect great business growth in the years to come.” Isorg’s large-area image sensors and biometrics solutions are based on organic photodiodes, a transformational technology that can convert a substrate, such as plastic, glass or CMOS, into an optical sensing surface. It operates a state-of-the-art industrial plant in Limoges, France, for mass producing OPD sensors, and an R&D centre in Grenoble, France.

Isorg, a pioneer in organic photodetectors (OPDs) and large-area image sensors, announces its Fingerprint Acquisition Profile (FAP) 10 module has received FBI certification, the first in this category of organic photodiode (OPD) based optical sensors. The FAP 10 biometrics module is now approved for use in security applications, in particular in mobile device identification for access control at airports and other facilities where the highest security levels are needed. Intense indoor lighting FAP 10 is manufactured by printing organic photodiode on a TFT (Thin Film Transistor) backplane. Isorg is the only manufacturer in the world commissioned to mass produce OPD sensors; it is ready for ramp-up to industrial batches at its state-of-the-art plant in Limoges, France. As FAP 10 benefits from strong in-house optical know-how, another significant advantage for customers is the module’s ability to withstand acute brightness, from intense indoor lighting to direct sunlight. The police, security guards, and other task force officers can conduct controls indoors or outdoors without the fingerprinting device producing saturated images; quickly authenticating a person’s identity in all-weather conditions or under strong artificial light. OPD fingerprint sensor The security market will continue to benefit from our ongoing developments to achieve certification" “This FBI certification confirms Isorg’s capacity to deliver biometrics modules based on organic electronics that rise to the challenges of the security market and meet its stringent requirements,” said Jean-Yves Gomez, CEO at Isorg. “We are the very first to gain security approval of an OPD fingerprint sensor that assures the high-level image quality, accuracy, and robustness that customers need in border control, access control, voter identification, etc. The security market will continue to benefit from our ongoing developments to achieve certification on higher form factors (up to FAP 60) based on the same scalable OPD technology.” Four-finger authentication FAP 10 is a complete solution, incorporating an image sensor, dedicated light source, optical filters, and driving electronics. To support customer product development, Isorg will provide a reference design with its latest integrated ROIC (Read Out Integrated Circuit) and software processing for image quality enhancement that is optimised with Isorg’s OPD sensor technology. The module is a flat, slim design (less than 2mm thick) and robust enough for all outdoor conditions The module is a flat, slim design (less than 2mm thick) and robust enough for all outdoor conditions. This makes it ideal for mobile ID devices in use anywhere, unlike competing optical modules whose fingerprint scanners are bulky, heavy, and more fragile. Isorg’s module architecture is versatile, allowing the company to offer a roadmap of up to four-finger authentication for a FAP 60 module with scalability for even larger palm-sized surface areas. Slimmest complete solution Anti-spoofing features can also be easily integrated into the hardware and software. Isorg’s FAP 10 is approved for one finger authentication, with a surface area of 0.5” to 0.65” (1.27 – 1.65cm). The company is planning for FBI certification of larger area biometrics modules, up to four fingers (FAP 60) offering very significant cost advantages for large areas. Isorg has already capitalized on similar benefits from this advanced technology that provides smartphone makers with the slimmest complete solution for large area Fingerprint on Display (FoD) applications. It enables the entire area of the smartphone screen to function as a digital fingerprint scanner.