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Business Wire
7 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
Prove Launches Unified Authentication Solution with Passive, Persistent Customer Recognition
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Prove, the leader in digital identity, today announced the launch of Unified Authentication SM, a modern authentication solution that passively and persistently recognizes customers, no matter where they appear or how often their devices or credentials change. This launch reflects a critical market shift: identity is no longer just a tool for fraud prevention or compliance – it's a core enabler of digital commerce. Businesses must seamlessly recognize and authenticate customers across mobile apps, desktops, laptops, call centers, kiosks, and third-party platforms. But as companies move away from SMS OTPs and other legacy tools, they face new challenges. While device fingerprinting, behavioral biometrics, and passkeys each add value, none single handedly solve the challenge of reliably identifying returning users throughout their lifecycle. Device fingerprints are probabilistic, biometrics can drift, and while passkeys sync for convenience, they no longer prove possession of a specific device on their own. As a result, many organizations revert to outdated methods that compromise both security and experience. Prove's Unified Authentication solution solves these challenges by harnessing the strengths of these technologies – and addressing their limitations – through a layered, orchestrated approach. At its core is the Prove Key SM, a next-generation cryptographic key that is persistently bound to a user's identity and secured directly on the device. Paired with real-time signal intelligence and advanced key management, the Prove Key delivers continuous, cross-channel authentication that endures through every lifecycle event. Key capabilities: Compliant MFA: Combines device fingerprinting, behavioral biometrics, and passkeys while addressing their limitations, delivering passive MFA with two strong factors and dynamic linking to support PSD2 and PSD3 compliance. Passive Key Management: A passive, identity-bound cryptographic credential that enables seamless reauthentication without re-enrollment, even when new keys are issued after device changes or number updates. Omnichannel Coverage: Operates across apps, browsers, desktops, kiosks, call centers, and third-party platforms to support portable 'passport-like' digital experiences. Resilient to Change: Maintains identity persistence through lifecycle events like device upgrades, SIM swaps, carrier ports, and phone number changes. Real-Time Risk Defense: Provides real-time protection against synthetic identities, stolen credentials, scams, mules, and social engineering. The result: less fraud, reduced costs, reduced abandonment, and measurable ROI through improved customer experience and long-term loyalty. 'Key-centric authentication is a valuable tool for fraud prevention,' said John Snyder, Senior Manager, Product at BetMGM. 'It's a great way to scale up fraud control without sacrificing user experience, making things easy for good users and hard for bad ones.' 'At Prove, we've always believed identity is the gateway to a new generation of digital experiences,' said Rich Rezek, Head of Platform and Solution Strategy at Prove. 'With Unified Authentication, we're bringing that vision to life – synchronizing identity and authentication in a more sophisticated way than ever before to eliminate friction, build trust, and protect every step of the customer journey, from onboarding to recovery and beyond.' Unified Authentication is now available in over 190 countries, delivering persistent recognition across onboarding, servicing, authentication, and payments – enabling businesses to engage customers securely, seamlessly, and at scale. To learn more, visit: . About Prove Prove makes identity work – verifying real people in real time without friction or guesswork. Trusted by 19 of the top 20 U.S. banks and more than 1,500 leading brands worldwide, Prove helps the biggest names in banking, fintech, crypto, gaming, commerce, insurance, and healthcare grow with confidence. Prove's identity verification and authentication solutions streamline onboarding, prevent fraud, and deliver seamless customer experiences across channels. With Prove, identity is no longer a question, it's proven. Learn more at
Yahoo
11-06-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Officials pass new law that will prohibit commercial development in state parks: 'We're just not going to stand for it'
Florida has taken a giant leap forward in the effort to preserve its state parks and prevent them from being used by developers. On May 22, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed CS/CS/HB 209, or the State Land Management bill, into law. The legislation creates the Florida State Park Preservation Act, which aims to protect Florida's state parks from commercial development. The law prohibits the construction of lodging, golf courses, and other sports facilities within state parks. It also mandates public hearings and digital access to land management plans, ensuring public oversight and transparency in park management. Sponsored by Florida State Representatives John Snyder and Peggy Gossett-Seidman, the bill passed through the Florida House of Representatives and Senate unanimously before being signed into law by Governor DeSantis. CS/CS/HB 209 comes in response to public concerns about proposed development projects from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection. According to a press release, the state launched its 2024-25 Great Outdoors Initiative with the goal to expand public access, increase outdoor activities, and provide new lodging options across Florida's state parks. The initiative was hailed as a move to reinforce the state's "dedication to conservation, the outdoor recreation economy, and a high quality of life for Floridians." After the 2024-25 Great Outdoors Initiative was met with widespread pushback in the state, Florida's DEP decided to reverse course, paving the way for CS/CS/HB 209. Following the law's signing, it will go into effect on July 1, 2025. The move will offer protection to Florida's 175 state parks, which span over 800,000 acres. As noted by Florida State Representative Anna Eskamani, the preservation of Florida's state parks goes far beyond partisan politics. "I do think the environment continues to be one of those topics that can build bridges," Eskamani told Fox 13. "And oftentimes, it's not red versus blue. It's people versus corporations." Do you think America does a good job of protecting its natural beauty? Definitely Only in some areas No way I'm not sure Click your choice to see results and speak your mind. Florida State Representative Lindsay Cross echoed the same sentiments of unity. "The idea of putting golf courses and mega-hotels in our state parks, as Floridians, we're just not going to stand for it," Cross said. Join our free newsletter for good news and useful tips, and don't miss this cool list of easy ways to help yourself while helping the planet.
CBS News
23-05-2025
- Politics
- CBS News
Bill to protect state parks from development of pickleball courts, golf courses signed by DeSantis
After a public outcry last year about a Department of Environmental Protection proposal, Gov. Ron DeSantis on Thursday signed a bill designed to prevent construction of golf courses, resort-style lodges and sports facilities in state parks. Lawmakers unanimously passed the bill during this spring's legislative session, and information on House and Senate websites said DeSantis had signed it. The measure will prohibit building golf courses, tennis courts, pickleball courts and ball fields in state parks. It will allow building cabins but not large facilities such as lodges. The Department of Environmental Protection proposal last year, dubbed the "Great Outdoors Initiative," was pulled back amid public opposition. It would have affected nine state parks. Perhaps the biggest target of opponents was a proposal to add three golf courses at Jonathan Dickinson State Park in Martin County, which is in the district of the Republican bill sponsors Rep. John Snyder and Sen. Gayle Harrell. Other parts of the initiative that drew heavy criticism included proposals to construct lodges with up to 350 rooms at Anastasia State Park in St. Johns County and Topsail Hill Preserve State Park in Walton County.
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
How Gov. Ron DeSantis can spin signing the FL 'State Park Preservation Act'
With great fanfare and unanimous support, the Florida Legislature passed the State Park Preservation Act (Senate Bill 80) and sent it to the governor. Kudos to state Sen. Gayle Harrell, and state Reps. John Snyder and Peggy Gossett-Seidman for shepherding this popular bill through their respective chambers, heeding the overwhelming bipartisan call of the citizenry. Now, it is up to Gov. DeSantis to respond, and he has three choices. He can veto the measure and risk an embarrassing override. He can quietly let it slide into law after July 1. Or he can sign it. If he signs the measure, he must give it a proper spin, especially since he is not one to apologize or admit a mistake. Here are some choices for what that spin could look like. Put the blame on others: 'This is what I have always wanted! If it wasn't for the hare-brained plan set forth by the rogue Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and leaked by a couple of clueless bureaucrats, we wouldn't have come to this pivotal point in state park history. I applaud this vital piece of legislation, and I guarantee DEP will never veer off the rails again.' Provide a touch of bitterness and irony after a positive statement: 'The people have spoken, and I work for the people! If they want to deal with heat, ticks and mosquitoes in a crowded campground instead of a luxury hotel, then so be it. But don't expect me to be sympathetic when I start hearing complaints about the lack of accommodations in state parks.' Castigate the bill's supporters while touting yourself as a prophet: 'This bill was propped up by a bunch of bunny huggers who have no foothold in reality. Who wants to hike, kayak or fish when you can play golf or pickleball? Sooner or later, people will be begging to change this act to allow for these popular uses. I was just ahead of my time!' And finally, warn that state parks will be in financial trouble because of this bill while digging at a political opponent: 'I was just trying to make state parks financially secure. So now, without an enhanced revenue stream, state parks might be in real trouble, especially if [Florida] House Speaker Daniel Perez and his cronies get their way in passing their treacherous state budget plan.' Editorial: The futures of Florida's state parks are now more certain because of you Of course, the governor can simply be real with the people: 'I am signing this bill because I am humbled by the support I have seen for our state parks. More than ever before, people have embraced the state park mission of providing 'resource-based recreation while preserving, interpreting, and restoring natural and cultural resources.' From here on, my promise to you is to be a model steward of our state's natural beauty and environment, especially when it comes to Florida's award-winning state parks. And when you hear the words 'Great Outdoors Initiative,' it will be to enhance compatible outdoor recreation for the benefit of our health and tourism-driven economy.' It is not too late for the governor to step up and be the leader we all need. Doug Alderson, author of several award-winning books on Florida's outdoors and environment, recently retired from Florida Department of Environmental Protection where he coordinated the state's system of kayak and canoe trails. This op-ed is part of a campaign by the USA Today Network-Florida Opinion Group to support Senate Bill 80 and protect Florida's state parks from development. This article originally appeared on Palm Beach Post: For DeSantis, the Florida state parks bill can be a win-win | Opinion
Yahoo
30-04-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
These Florida students want to protect our state parks. Their art shows it.
In March, the USA TODAY Network-Florida Opinion team reached out to Floridians, seeking their input into House Bill 209 and Senate Bill 80, introduced to protect Florida state parks from the kind of development proposed in 2024. Back then, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection's "Great Outdoors Initiative" proposed to make changes at nine state parks, including Jonathan Dickinson State Park near Hobe Sound. The plan to develop the parks, including adding three golf courses in Jonathan Dickinson, was scuttled in the face of furious public opposition and massive controversy. USA TODAY Network-Florida journalists have reported on this the past year, including efforts by Treasure Coast state Rep. John Snyder and Sen. Gayle Harrell to pass the protection bills. The network's state opinion team has advocated strongly and consistently for protection, but sought all Florida voices in the issue. Few came forward in complete opposition. Many letters from readers were published in April. At the same time, Rory Ellison, an assistant environmental educator at the Pelican Island Audubon Society in Indian River County, where he works as a college intern, reached out to the network and asked if his students could learn more about the issue, then address the effort. Shortly before the eve of a Senate vote April 29 on the bill, the network received a digital package from the Audubon Advocates, an after-school science education program of the Pelican Island Audubon Society. The members are fifth-graders at Indian River Academy, south of Vero Beach. The program is designed for fifth-graders in four Title I schools in Indian River County, and addresses "nature deficit disorder," the society says. Its program website says participants go outside, "kayaking on the lagoon, exploring trails and habitat on conservation areas." They learn "science vocabulary words, resulting in better STEM (science, technology and math) scores as they progress to higher grades." Scientists serve as role models. Ellison explained why he had students work on a project addressing the issue: "I read (editor Adam) Neal's article in the newspaper several weeks ago asking people to speak out in support of the campaign to save the parks and prevent a situation like last year when the state government had a secret plan to put golf courses and hotels on park land," Ellison said in an email. "This is meant to be seen by elected representatives and is part of the campaign to convince them and the Legislature to pass the bill. Twelve kids worked hard on it." While youngsters did their own work — shown in the accompanying photo gallery ― they also submitted the following letter, Ellison said: Opinion: USA Today Network-Florida Opinion campaign to preserve and protect our state parks "We want Florida lawmakers to prohibit inappropriate, damaging development in any of Florida's state parks and to make sure that any planning activities for park usage be transparent and made with public involvement. "Please protect Florida's state parks from harmful development by adopting the strong language of House Bill 209 when its companion, Senate Bill 80, is heard on the Senate floor. "HB 209 has broad support from Floridians and was approved unanimously in the House. It will close loopholes that would leave our state parks vulnerable to environmentally damaging development such as golf courses and hotels. We the People of Florida showed our strength by working together to defeat those threats last year. We need to make SB 80 stronger to be sure plans for bad development on park lands don't re-emerge in the future. "Thank you for standing up for state parks! "The Audubon Advocates of the Pelican Island Audubon Society" This article is part of a campaign by the USA Today Network-Florida Opinion Group to support Senate Bill 80 and protect Florida's state parks from development. Email letter, op-eds, even photos to , and we will publish them. Please include your name, city and contact information. This article originally appeared on Treasure Coast Newspapers: Protect Florida state parks, student Audubon Advocates say | Opinion
