Verizon certifies Gemalto's first Cat. 1 LTE M2M Solution for IoT

AMSTERDAM, The Netherlands, Feb. 8, 2016 -- Gemalto (Euronext NL0000400653 GTO), the world leader in digital security, announces its leading edge Cinterion® Cat. 1 LTE M2M module is Verizon certified to connect to the largest and most reliable 4G LTE network in the U.S. M2M and IoT device manufacturers currently using 2G or 3G technologies will now have a ruggedized industry connectivity solution for devices that require the performance and longevity of 4G networks. Machine to Machine (M2M) device makers leveraging the Verizon 4G LTE network have access to a future-proof Category 1 solution enabling highly efficient, cost optimized LTE connectivity and a quick go-to-market roadmap.

Gemalto and Verizon are addressing industry demands for M2M-optimized data speeds, small form factor, reduced latency and advanced power management to preserve battery life. The miniaturized module makes it ideal for Industrial IoT (IIoT) applications such as smart metering, tracking and tracing and smart manufacturing that require a small footprint. It is footprint-compatible with existing Cinterion® modules to allow a smooth migration with faster time-to-market and reduced development spends for customers.

"Our leading 4G LTE network has consistently proven its reliability and strength nationwide. Gemalto's module technology offers M2M/IoT customers seamless migration to the expansiveness and reliability of our network," stated Ro McNally Vice President, Verizon Wireless.

"Our LTE module along with Verizon's network opens up new innovation possibilities for device makers and developers," said Juan Carlos Lazcano, Vice President of M2M at Gemalto. "By 2020, the installed base of the IoT will exceed 26 billion units worldwide¹. To support the industry, we are developing solutions like the Cat. 1 LTE module to help equipment manufacturers who need to connect and design intelligent products and optimize device lifecycles."

 1 http://www.gartner.com/newsroom/id/2636073

About Gemalto

Gemalto (Euronext NL0000400653 GTO) is the world leader in digital security, with 2014 annual revenues of €2.5 billion and blue-chip customers in over 180 countries.

Gemalto helps people trust one another in an increasingly connected digital world. Billions of people want better lifestyles, smarter living environments, and the freedom to communicate, shop, travel, bank, entertain and work – anytime, everywhere – in ways that are enjoyable and safe. In this fast moving mobile and digital environment, we enable companies and administrations to offer a wide range of trusted and convenient services by securing financial transactions, mobile services, public and private clouds, eHealthcare systems, access to eGovernment services, the Internet and internet-of-things and transport ticketing systems.

Gemalto's unique technology portfolio - from advanced cryptographic software embedded in a variety of familiar objects, to highly robust and scalable back-office platforms for authentication, encryption and digital credential management - is delivered by our world-class service teams. Our 14,000 employees operate out of 99 offices, 34 personalization and data centers, and 24 research and software development centers located in 46 countries.

For more information visit www.gemalto.com, www.justaskgemalto.com, blog.gemalto.com, or follow @gemalto on Twitter.

CONTACT: Gemalto media contacts:
         
         Philippe Benitez
         North America
         +1 512 257 3869
         [email protected]
         
         Peggy Edoire
         Europe & CIS
         +33 4 42 36 45 40
         [email protected]
         
         Vivian Liang
         (Greater China)
         +86 1059373046
         [email protected]
         
         Ernesto Haikewitsch
         Latin America
         +55 11 5105 9220
         [email protected]
         
         Kristel Teyras
         Middle East & Africa
         +33 1 55 01 57 89
         [email protected]
         
         Shintaro Suzuki
         Asia Pacific
         +65 6317 8266
         [email protected]