IN Groupe, the French firm specializing in identity solutions and secure digital services at the cutting edge of technology, electronics, and biometrics, has entered exclusive negotiations to acquire Idemia Smart Identity, a biometric and identity verification technology leader, from Advent. The acquisition aims to combine IN Groupe’s expertise in physical identity documents with Idemia’s biometric and digital identity capabilities, creating a global leader in identity technology and addressing the growing demand for secure identity solutions across public and private sectors. The potential deal, valued at over €1 billion, would strengthen the combined entity’s international presence and support the transition toward digital identity solutions while upholding European privacy and security standards.
IN Groupe Begins Exclusive Negotiations to Acquire Idemia Smart Identity