ZEISS Acquires Ceres Holographics
ZEISS, the German optics and optoelectronics group, has acquired UK-based Ceres Holographics, a specialist in holographic optical elements (HOE) and roll-to-roll hologram manufacturing. The acquisition brings together complementary technologies to accelerate the industrial-scale production of large-format holographic optical systems.
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When Pollen Becomes a Security Feature
Researchers at Osmania University in Hyderabad, India, have developed PollenSignum, a bio-based authentication technology that combines the natural microscopic characteristics of pollen with zinc oxide (ZnO) quantum dots. The system could support anti-counterfeiting and forensic verification of banknotes, security documents and high-value products.
Holography Takes Centre Stage on Lzzy Hale's New Explorer
Epiphone, the Gibson-owned guitar manufacturer, has partnered with Lzzy Hale, Grammy-winning frontwoman of rock band Halestorm and Gibson's first female brand ambassador, to launch the Lzzy Hale Explorer Custom featuring a striking Black Diamond Holographic Sparkle finish.
RAITH Opens Another Experience Centre
RAITH, which specialises in maskless nanofabrication and mastering, has continued to expand its global customer support and technology network with the opening of its new Experience Centre Americas in Troy, New York.
UNIVACCO Posts Record H1 Results, Eyes Vietnam Ramp-Up
UNIVACCO Technology has reported record first-half 2026 revenue and profit as it advances plans to bring its new Vietnam manufacturing facility into production in 2027, strengthening its international production network for vacuum metallised films, foils and precision coating materials.
EMPTECH Launches PhotonShield™
Emperor Technology Company (EMPTECH), a publicly listed company headquartered in Shenzhen, China, specialising in identity document issuance technologies and AI-powered biometric solutions, has launched PhotonShield™, a new optical security feature for high-security identity documents.
HRTA Secures Exclusive BullionProtect® Deal with SICPA
Indonesian gold producer Hartadinata Abadi Tbk (HRTA) has entered into an exclusive three-year partnership with SICPA-Peruri Securink to enhance the security and authentication of its EMASKU® bullion products.
Czech National Bank Adds Holographic Foil to CZK 5,000 Note
The Czech National Bank (CNB) has issued a special commemorative version of its CZK 5,000 banknote to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the National Bank of Czechoslovakia’s operations beginning. Released on 22 September 2026, the anniversary banknote is based on the standard 2023 CZK 5,000 note already in circulation and remains legal tender throughout the Czech Republic.
New Documents Announced Across the Americas
A new wave of secure identity documents is currently being introduced throughout North America as governments renew their driver's licences and identification cards to enhance security, increase personalisation, and update their designs. In the United States, Hawaii, South Dakota, and Oklahoma, as well as Alberta in Canada, have launched redesigned credentials that include new security features, benefit from updated production technologies, and have distinctive visual elements.
Marking 40 Years of China’s Optical Security Industry
2026 marks the 40th anniversary of the development of China’s holography and optical security industry. To mark the milestone, Suzhou Image Technology Co Ltd (IMAGE Tech) will host the Sino-International Holography Printing Technology Exhibition at the Holography Image Art Centre Private Exchange Space, Wangshan Mountain, Suzhou, from 25 October to 24 November 2026.
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