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Chander S Jeena

7 Sept. 2026

2 min read

ODDS 2027 – Programme Confirmed

The programme for the Optical & Digital Document Security™ (ODDS) Conference 2027, taking place from 25–27 January in Berlin, has been finalised, reinforcing the event’s position as a leading technical forum for physical, digital and virtual document security.

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Chander S Jeena

1 Aug. 2026

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Quantum Base Explores What Really Makes Smartphone Authentication Work

With 7 billion smartphones in use worldwide and 2D codes set to become ubiquitous on consumer products, Quantum Base is hosting a webinar examining what it truly takes to authenticate products via smartphone — not just scan them.

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Chander S Jeena

1 Aug. 2026

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Final Call for Security Designers Forum 2026

With less than a month to go, organisers are issuing a final call for delegates to register for the Security Designers Forum 2026, taking place 7–9 September in Istanbul — a dedicated platform for professionals involved in the design and development of banknotes, passports and other secure documents.

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Chander S Jeena

1 Aug. 2026

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HSP Asia 2026 Nears Sell-Out As Paper Deadline Approaches

Reconnaissance is urging industry experts and document issuers to submit conference papers for HSP Asia 2026 in Hong Kong by 25 September, as all exhibition and sponsorship opportunities have already sold out.

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Chander S Jeena

27 July 2026

2 min read

Reconnaissance Announces Technical Forum for Security Printers

Reconnaissance International has announced the inaugural Security Printers Forum (SPF), a dedicated technical event for operational, production, and engineering professionals in global security printing and secure manufacturing. The first Forum will be held in Bulgaria in September 2027.

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Chander S Jeena

27 July 2026

2 min read

Designing the Banknotes and Passports of the Future

Following the success of the inaugural edition in 2024, the second Security Designers Forum (SDF) will be held from 7-9 September 2026 in Istanbul, Turkey.

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Chander S Jeena

24 June 2026

3 min read

SDS 2026: Bringing Together the Global Security and Identity Community in Beijing

When I attended the Security Document Summit (SDS) this year, the first thought that came to mind was how it was different from last year. This year’s event was held 27-28 May at the China National Convention Centre (CNCC).

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Chander S Jeena

21 May 2026

2 min read

From Currency to Pharma: IOTA Expands Global Anti-Counterfeiting Dialogue

The International Optical Technologies Association (IOTA) continues to strengthen its international engagement programme across the sectors its members serve in 2026. The association recently led a specialist workshop at the Banknote Conference 2026 in Washington DC, US.

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Chander S Jeena

21 May 2026

2 min read

Hong Kong Calling: Secure Your Speaking Spot at HSP Asia

Reconnaissance, publishers of Holography & Optical Technology News™ and organisers of the High Security Printing™ (HSP) conferences, has opened the call for papers for the upcoming HSP Asia event, scheduled for 30 November -2 December 2026 in Hong Kong. Delegates are invited to submit a proposal by 25 September 2026.

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Chander S Jeena

15 April 2026

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XV Anniversary Conference on Photonics and Information Optics

The XV Anniversary International Conference on Photonics and Information Optics commenced on 28 January 2026 at the National Research Nuclear University MEPhI in Moscow. Organised in collaboration with the Russian Academy of Sciences, the three-day event gathered researchers, engineers, and academics working in photonics and digital optics.

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Chander S Jeena

15 April 2026

1 min read

Guatemala to Host HSP Latin America as Registration and Award Entries Open

Reconnaissance, publishers of Holography & Optical Technology News™ and organisers of the High Security Printing™ (HSP) conferences, has announced that registration is now open for the upcoming HSP Latin America event, scheduled for 1-3 June 2026 in Guatemala City, Guatemala. The program details are already announced.

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Chander S Jeena

24 Feb. 2026

6 min read

HSP EMEA Makes Its African Debut with a Record Audience

This February, HSP EMEA marked its 22nd edition with its largest event yet. For the first time, the conference was held in Morocco and on the African continent, highlighting the region’s rising role in secure printing, identity management, and related technologies.

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Chander S Jeena

24 Feb. 2026

2 min read

ODDS 2027 Call for Papers: Advancing Research in Next-Generation Security

The organisers of the Optical & Digital Document Security™ (ODDS) conference announce the Call for Papers for ODDS 2027, inviting researchers, technologists, and practitioners to submit original work on document and identity system security.

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Chander S Jeena

22 Jan. 2026

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HSP EMEA Heads to Morocco for the First Time

Reconnaissance, publisher of Holography & Optical Technology News™ and organiser of the High Security Printing™ (HSP) conference series, has confirmed that final preparations for HSP EMEA 2026 are underway, with registrations filling near capacity. The event will take place from 9-11 February 2026 in Rabat, Morocco, and registration will close soon.

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Chander S Jeena

22 Jan. 2026

1 min read

Banknote Conference Coming in May

The Banknote Conference 2026 will take place 11-14 May in Washington DC. Even though the event is still months away, the organiser, Currency Research, has already shared details about six pre-event workshops and the first tranche of confirmed speakers, showing that a strong, technical program is planned.

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Chander S Jeena

16 Dec. 2025

5 min read

HSP Asia 2025 Sets a New Benchmark in its 21-Conference Journey

The 21st edition of High Security Printing™ Asia (HSP Asia), held in Kuala Lumpur from 1-3 December 2025, delivered the strongest performance in the event’s history. The conference set a new benchmark for the series, attracting 337 delegates from 145 organisations across 51 countries, including 34 governments and central banks. It also raised the bar for high-quality presentations, strategic collaborations, and high-impact new product launches.

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Chander S Jeena

23 Oct. 2025

2 min read

HSP Asia Returns to Malaysia After 15 Years

Reconnaissance, publishers of Holography & Optical Technology News™ and organisers of the High Security Printing™ (HSP) conferences, have announced the full programme for the upcoming HSP Asia 2025, taking place from 1-3 December 2025 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

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Chander S Jeena

23 Sept. 2025

4 min read

Welcome to the Genius of Secure Documents

The 2025 edition of the Optical & Digital Document Security™ (ODDS) Conference opened with the headline ‘Welcome to the Genius of Secure Documents’. The conference was formally opened by Francis Tuffy, the newly appointed Chairman of ODDS, setting the tone for three days of technical exchange and innovation of experts, innovators and leaders in the optical security landscape.

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Chander S Jeena

18 Aug. 2025

2 min read

Optical Technologies Shine in ODDS 2025 Programme

The programme for the 2025 Optical & Digital Document Security™ (ODDS) conference, which takes place 15-17 September in Warsaw and is supported by the International Optical Technologies Association (IOTA), has now been finalised, reaffirming its position as the technical forum for physical, digital, and virtual document security.

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Chander S Jeena

13 July 2025

3 min read

IOTA’s First Webinar: A Resounding Success

IOTA’s inaugural webinar, titled ‘Seeing is Believing: Optical Features for High-Stakes Security’, held on 25 June 2025, lived up to its name. This was the International Optical Technologies Association’s (IOTA) first public event under its new identity, and focused on the essential role of optical technologies in verifying and safeguarding high-stakes documents, such as banknotes, identity cards, tax stamps, and branded products.

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