FST21, The Leading Biometric Access Solution Rebrands To FST Biometrics

NEW YORK, April 2, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- FST21, the leading biometric access solution provider, today announced its rebrand to FST Biometrics. As part of the initiative, the company will further concentrate its efforts on its In Motion Identification (IMID) technology. FST Biometrics' products, including IMID Access, IMID Digital Doorman and IMID Solo, will offer enterprises, campuses, venues and facilities secure access, at the speed of life.

FST Biometrics' products use a fusion of biometric and analytic technologies that include facial recognition, behavior analysis, and voice recognition to provide a seamless security experience for buildings, corporations, and secured facilities. The technology has the potential to make card keys and building sign-ins obsolete, while offering unparalleled security, as well as a seamless access experience across the board.

"As our team continues to establish our global presence, I believe this rebrand highlights our commitment to exceptional security and seamlessly convenient access in populated cities around the world. As the global population continues to grow, a need has surfaced for secure access to places, facilities and information without sacrificing one's way of life in lieu of restrictive security measures," stated Major-General Aharon Zeevi Farkash, Founder and CEO, FST Biometrics. "We are all looking forward to FST Biometrics' expanding business and technology advancements over the next year in the global market." 

Over the past year, the Israeli-based company has formed a global presence by recently opening an office in 7 World Trade Center, solidifying a U.S. presence, while implementing its technology within various locations in the NYC area and across the United States. Locations include Knickerbocker Village, The Taino Towers, BYLA school in LA, and more. The technology is also being tested at hubs like Tel Aviv's Ben Gurion Airport, the Israeli Diamond Exchange Enterprises and other locations around the world.

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ABOUT FST BIOMETRICS: 
FST Biometrics is a leading biometric access control solutions provider. FST Biometrics' IMID product line provides top security and convenience by fusion of real time information for fast and automatic access control. It's hassle-free and allows authorized users quick and convenient access. The IMID technology implements a fusion of biometric and analytic technologies that include facial recognition, behavior analysis and voice recognition.

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FST21 Appoints Arie Melamed As Chief Marketing Officer

NEW YORK, March 27, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- FST21, the leading biometric access solution provider, today announces the addition of Arie Melamed to the company's C-level staff as Chief Marketing Officer.

Mr. Melamed brings with him over 20 years of experience in sales and marketing, most recently having served as Head of Global Marketing & Channel Sales for ECI Telecom, a global telecommunication networking provider.    

"It's an honor to join FST21, a company on the cutting edge of biometric access control technology," says Mr. Melamed. "Biometric access control is a hot topic for both the national and international security markets, and I am thrilled to utilize my experience and knowledge to lead the company's marketing forward."

At ECI Telecom, Mr. Melamed managed a global marketing and channel team. His vast knowledge of sales and marketing tactics helped him lead an increase in the company's indirect sales and implement a series of progressive revenue marketing procedures.

"Arie has a proven record of change management with high-profile technology companies. I am confident that his past experience overseeing global marketing for a major telecommunications company will allow him to manage our international marketing ventures effortlessly," says Major-General Aharon Zeevi Farkash, Founder and CEO, FST21. "The team is excited to have him in the company, and we all look forward to the expansion of FST21's business over the next year." 

Previously to ECI, Mr. Melamed also spent several years as the Associate Vice President of Sales for Enavis Networks. Mr. Melamed earned a degree in Applied Physics and Electro-Optics from the Jerusalem College of Technology, as well as an MBA from Ben Gurion University in Israel.

FST21 has recently announced growth plans for the future, including its continued expansion into the U.S. market with the opening of an office at 7 World Trade Center in New York City. 

ABOUT FST21:
FST21 is a leading biometric access control solutions provider. FST21's SafeRise provides top security and convenience by fusion of real time information for fast and automatic access control. It's hassle-free and allows authorized users quick and convenient access. SafeRise's In Motion Identification™ uses a fusion of biometric and analytic technologies that include facial recognition, behavior analysis and voice recognition.

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Israeli-Based Biometric Security Company, FST21, Opens U.S. Office In 7 World Trade Center

NEW YORK, Feb. 25, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- FST21, the leading biometric security company that uses a fusion of biometric and analytic technologies, announced today the opening of the company's first New York City-based office. The location, at 7 World Trade Center, establishes FST21's presence in the financial epicenter of the city and highlights the importance of convenient security in the area, while also furthering the company's investment in the U.S. market.

FST21's new office features a fully operational installment of the company's biometric security system, including the patented SafeRise In Motion Identification® technology. The security system seamlessly incorporates both biometric and analytic technology developed by the company, allowing for facial recognition, behavior analysis, voice recognition, and more.

"As we continue to expand our business, we are excited to open our office in the heart of New York's business center," says Major-General Aharon Zeevi Farkash, Founder and CEO, FST21. "Over the past year we have furthered our technology development of biometric security to reach over a 99% positive identification rate. The location further establishes our commitment to the U.S. market, while also showcasing our innovative technology in a city plagued by daily security struggles."

The New York City office is the second location in the U.S. for FST21, which also has an office in Sayreville, NJ. The company has already implemented its SafeRise technology within various locations in the New York City area, particularly the famous Knickerbocker Building and the Taino Towers.

The company was founded by Major-General Farkash, a world expert in security and former head of the Israeli Military Intelligence Directorate. For more information on FST21 please click here.

ABOUT FST21:
FST21's SafeRise provides top security and convenience by fusion of real time information for fast and automatic visitor management. It's hassle-free and allows authorized users quick and convenient access. SafeRise's In Motion Identification™ uses a fusion of biometric and analytic technologies that include facial recognition, behavior analysis, voice recognition, LPR, RFID and more.

ABOUT 7 WORLD TRADE CENTER:
7 World Trade Center opened in 2006 as the first office tower to be rebuilt at the World Trade Center.  The building contains 42 office floors above a ten-story base and was New York City's first office building to be certified by the U.S. Green Building Council's Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design (LEED) rating system - achieving the gold standard in March 2006. The building's environmental design features include state-of-the-art ultra-clear exterior glass technology, high-efficiency air filtration, energy and water conservation technologies and 15,000 square feet of open park space.

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