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Leading Provider of Endpoint Encryption Unveils Comprehensive Port Protection to Address Insider Threats

– Pointsec Expands Data Protection Portfolio with Pointsec Device ProtectorStockholm, SWEDEN – January 22, 2007 – Pointsec Mobile Technologies, the global leader in mobile data protection, today released the Pointsec Device Protector solution which extends its enter¬prise data protection to include complete port and storage device management, effectively preventing sensitive information from falling into the wrong hands. Available immediately, Point¬sec Device Protector is the only product available which addresses internal threats through the powerful combination of port management,

Pointsec extends OEM partnership with HitachiSoft

Stockholm, SWEDEN – January 16, 2007 – Pointsec Mobile Technologies, the global leader and the provider of the de facto standard for enterprise security software for laptop and desktop PCs and handhelds, and Hitachi Software Engineering Co., Ltd. (HitachiSoft) today announced a renewed and extended partnership. Through an OEM agreement, HitachiSoft has added Pointsec for Pocket PC to its Hibun series of security products, to be distributed in the Japanese market under the brand name Hibun AE MobilePhone Encryption. Previously, HitachiSoft has obtained OEM rights from Pointsec for the

Pointsec releases data encryption solution for Nokia Eseries handsets

Pointsec builds leadership with first to market data encryption solution for S60 platform.STOCKHOLM, Sweden, November 7, 2006 – Pointsec Mobile Technologies, a global leader in mobile enterprise security, today released Pointsec for Symbian 3.0 S60 Edition, a new version of its security solution, offering strong data protection and access control for business users with Nokia Eseries handsets based on the S60 platform. Supported models include the Nokia E50, Nokia E60, Nokia E61, Nokia E62, and Nokia E70. This is the first solution for protecting data stored on S60 devices using real-time

Pointsec and ActivIdentity Integrated Solution Boosts Data Security for PCs and Laptops

ActivIdentity Smart Cards and USB Tokens Now Tightly Integrated with Pointsec’s Endpoint Encryption SoftwareSTOCKHOLM, Sweden, October 30, 2006 – Pointsec, the global leader and the provider of the de facto standard for enterprise encryption software for laptop and desktop PCs, PDAs and smart¬phones, today announced that Pointsec for PC 6.0 now integrates with ActivIdentity™ Smart Card ID solutions, and with ActivIdentity ActivKey™, its USB token solution, providing customers with enhanced data security through combined endpoint encryption and strong, two-factor authentication.“As

Pointsec appoints President for Wireless Solutions subsidiary to strengthen mobile carrier market presence

STOCKHOLM, Sweden, October 10, 2006 – Pointsec, the global leader and the provider of the de facto standard for enterprise security software for laptop and desktop PCs, PDAs and smartphones, has appointed Christopher Grahn as President of Pointsec Wireless Solutions, the company’s business unit for developing and marketing endpoint encryption solutions for the carrier market. Pointsec Wireless Solutions was formed in April 2006 as a wholly owned subsidiary of Pointsec Mobile Technologies, with the purpose to streamline Pointsec’s offering to mobile carriers, handset manufacturers, and to

Pointsec appoints Martin Leamy to lead U.S. operations

STOCKHOLM, Sweden, September 21, 2006 – Pointsec, the global leader and the provider of the de facto standard for enterprise security software for laptop and desktop PCs, PDAs and smart¬phones, has appointed Martin Leamy as President of Pointsec Mobile Technologies Inc., the company’s U.S. subsidiary. He succeeds Thomas Blitz, who is retiring from the company. “Martin is the ideal candidate to lead our operations in Pointsec’s largest market,” said Peter Larsson, CEO, Pointsec. “He brings a solid track record of managing growth and implementing operational improvements.” Most recently,

Pointsec Unveils New Version of Encryption Software for Linux

Pointsec for Linux 2.0 Offers Support for Remote Help, Single Sign-On and Broader SecuritySTOCKHOLM, Sweden, September 6, 2006 – Pointsec, the global leader and the provider of the de facto standard for enterprise security software for laptop and desktop PCs, PDAs and smart¬phones, today announced the latest version of its endpoint encryption software for Linux desktops and laptops, Pointsec for Linux 2.0. Committed to its continued support of Linux-based operating systems, Pointsec now offers Linux users new features including support for remote help, single sign-on and broader security

Pointsec Positioned in the “Leaders” Quadrant in Analyst Firm’s Mobile Data Protection Magic Quadrant

Evaluation Based on Completeness of Vision and Ability to ExecuteSTOCKHOLM, Sweden, September 5, 2006 – Pointsec, the global leader and the provider of the de facto standard for enterprise security software for laptop and desktop PCs, PDAs and smart¬phones, today announced that it has been positioned by Gartner, Inc. in the leaders quadrant in the 1H06 Mobile Data Protection Magic Quadrant’i report. According to Gartner, “leaders” are vendors who are performing well today, have a clear vision of market direction and are actively building competencies to sustain their leadership position in

Pointsec and Entrust protect 60,000 at Göteborg University

Göteborg University gets a strong authentication solution to protect student and faculty records with Entrust IdentityGuardSTOCKHOLM, Sweden, July 11th, 2006 – In order to protect records from 60,000 students and faculty, and to ensure that those records only could be accessed by the appropriate parties, Göteborg University plans to implement IdentityGuard from Entrust, represented by Pointsec in the Nordic countries. Entrust IdentityGuard is a cost effective and user friendly solution with a second factor authentication. The order was recognized as revenue during the first quarter of 2006.

Companies see risk of removable media but still turn a blind eye

In spite of knowing that removable media as media players and USB memory sticks are insecure, most IT professionals still don’t use any security technologies to protect their mobile data.Stockholm, SWEDEN – June 8th, 2006 – Pointsec Mobile Technologies, the global leader and the provider of the de facto standard for enterprise security software for laptop and desktop PCs, PDAs and smartphones, today published results from a survey on the use of removable media among IT professionals. The survey is conducted for the second year in a row and shows that the number of IT professionals who use

Pointsec Mobile Technologies Attains RSA Secured® Partner Program Certifications

– Pointsec-RSA Security Partnership Offers Joint Customers Stronger Access Control for PCsStockholm, SWEDEN – May 8, 2006 – Pointsec Mobile Technologies, the global leader and the provider of the de facto standard for enterprise security software for laptop and desktop PCs, PDAs and smartphones, today announced that it has received new certifications in the RSA Secured Partner Program which help ensure interoperability between Pointsec for PC and several RSA Security smart card and two-factor authentication solutions. As part of the RSA Secured Partner Program, Pointsec has been awarded the

Pointsec signs add-on order with global accounting firm

– Total order value SEK 26.4 millionStockholm, SWEDEN – May 2, 2006 – Pointsec Mobile Technologies, a subsidiary of Protect Data AB, and the global leader and the provider of the de facto standard for enterprise security software for laptop and desktop PCs, PDAs and smartphones, today announced an add-on order with a global accounting firm. A first agreement with the same company was announced in February of 2006. Pointsec will provide the organization with its Pointsec endpoint security solution for internal use. In total, the order is worth SEK 26.4 M, of which SEK 18.0 M will be

HitachiSoft and Pointsec join forces to improve security

HitachiSoft distributes Hibun AE Full Disk Encryption under OEM agreement for Pointsec for PCStockholm, SWEDEN – April 12, 2006 – Pointsec Mobile Technologies, the global leader and the provider of the de facto standard for enterprise security software for laptop and desktop PCs, PDAs and smartphones, and Hitachi Software Engineering Co., Ltd. (HitachiSoft) today announced the formation of a new partnership. As the first step in their collaboration, HitachiSoft has obtained OEM rights from Pointsec for its flagship product, Pointsec for PC, which protects against information leakage from

Pointsec Announces Formation of Pointsec Wireless Solutions

New Business Unit Will Build Channel for Wireless Data Encryption with Wireless Carriers and Handset ManufacturersStockholm, SWEDEN – April 3, 2006 – Pointsec Mobile Technologies, the global leader and the provider of the de facto standard for enterprise security software for laptop and desktop PCs, PDAs and smartphones, today announced the formation of Pointsec Wireless Solutions, a self-sustained business unit within Pointsec Mobile Technologies that will be focused on bringing data encryption to wireless devices in the enterprise. Recognizing the growing enterprise acceptance of

Pointsec signs contract with Japanese partner

Total license revenue SEK 9.4 millionStockholm, SWEDEN – March 30, 2006 – Pointsec Mobile Technologies, the global leader and the provider of the de facto standard for enterprise security software for laptop and desktop PCs, PDAs and smartphones, today announced a contract with a Japanese partner. Pointsec will provide its Pointsec endpoint security solution. The total license sales from this order amounts to SEK 9.4 million, which will be recognized as revenue during the first quarter of 2006. Pointsec’s mobile device encryption software ensures that all or selected parts of a mobile

Pointsec signs contract with FMV

FMV (Swedish Defense Materiel Administration) selects Pointsec for PC to protect information assets for 5,000 users.Stockholm, SWEDEN – March 2, 2006 – Pointsec Mobile Technologies, the global leader and the provider of the de facto standard for enterprise security software for laptop and desktop PCs, PDAs and smartphones, today announced a contract with FMV. Pointsec will initially supply 5,000 user licenses for its Pointsec for PC endpoint security solution to the Swedish Armed Forces, with an option for an additional 5,000 licenses in the future. The order will be delivered and booked in

Pointsec signs contract with global consultancy company

– Total order value SEK 14.1 millionStockholm, SWEDEN - February 15, 2006 – Pointsec Mobile Technologies, the global leader and the provider of the de facto standard for enterprise security software for laptop and desktop PCs, PDAs and smartphones, today announced a contract with a global consultancy company. Pointsec will provide the organization with its Pointsec endpoint security solution for internal use. In total, the order is worth SEK 14.1 M, of which SEK 11.8 M will be recognised as revenue during the first quarter of 2006. Pointsec’s mobile device encryption software ensures that

Pointsec Joins Industry Leaders in Microsoft’s SecureIT Alliance

Community Partners Work Together to Enhance Microsoft Platform SecurityStockholm, SWEDEN – February 14, 2006 – Pointsec Mobile Technologies, the global leader and the provider of the de facto standard for enterprise security software for laptop and desktop PCs, PDAs and smartphones, today announced that it has joined the SecureIT Alliance where it will work with industry leaders to provide security solutions for the Microsoft platform. As a member of the SecureIT Alliance, Pointsec will work to enhance Microsoft applications platform security and to provide more trustworthy computing

Northern Trust Corporation Selects Pointsec to Protect Sensitive Customer Data

Enterprise-Wide Deployment of Endpoint Encryption Solutions Underscores Bank’s Commitment to Customers Stockholm, SWEDEN – January 16, 2006 – Pointsec Mobile Technologies, the global leader and the provider of the de facto standard for enterprise security software for laptop and desktop PCs, PDAs and smartphones, today announced that Northern Trust Corporation has selected Pointsec’s endpoint encryption solutions to protect its customers’ data and comply with certain regulatory standards. Pointsec for PC will be used to secure information stored on all of Northern Trust’s desktop and laptop

Pointsec appoints Select Technologies as Value Added National Distributor for India

STOCKHOLM, Sweden, December 22, 2005 – Pointsec, a subsidiary of the publicly traded Protect Data AB and the global leader and provider of the de facto standard for enterprise security software for laptop and desktop PCs, PDAs and smartphones, today announced the appointment of Select Technologies, a leading player of Information Protection & Management Solutions and Services as Value Added National Distributor in India. The partnership with Select will enable Pointsec to reach out to a wider section of its target audience and strengthen its leadership position in the Indian market. With

Pointsec Debuts New Multi-Factor Authentication Engine

Pointsec for PC Version 6.0 Combines Full-Disk Encryption with Standardized Smart Card Interface for Highest Level of Security Unveils New Software Development Kit to Streamline Smart Card Integration ProcessStockholm, Sweden – December 12, 2005 – Pointsec Mobile Technologies, the global leader and the provider of the de facto standard for enterprise security software for laptop and desktop PCs, PDAs and smartphones, today announced the newest release of its flagship product, Pointsec® for PC version 6.0, with a new access control architecture built for increasingly standardized

Pointsec and Axalto Team Up to Provide Enterprises With Advanced Data Protection

STOCKHOLM, Sweden, December 5, 2005 – Axalto, the world’s leading provider of microprocessor cards, and Pointsec Mobile Technologies, the leading provider of mobile data protection, have teamed up to provide enterprises with a highly secure data access solution for mobile computing devices. Pointsec will integrate Protiva™ smart cards and strong authentication tokens from Axalto with its data encryption solutions for stronger and more secure access to endpoint devices such as desktops and laptops. “Axalto’s technologies add two-factor authentication to our full-disk encryption solutions.

Swedish Government Selects Pointsec and Entrust to Deliver Secure Authentication for Public Electronic ID Service

Pointsec signs SEK 5.1 Million government contract, booked in Q2, 2005, a breakthrough order for Entrust’s innovative IdentityGuard authentication solution in the Swedish market.STOCKHOLM, Sweden, November 30, 2005 – Pointsec, the Nordic market leader for Digital Identity solutions, today announced it has been selected by nine of Sweden’s largest public administrations to provide strong user authentication to over 500,000 users. This solution will be an important part of the new Government personal identification platform, designed to facilitate citizens’ access to eGovernment services. The

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