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Profile:ActivCard S.A. develops, markets and supports digital identity systems and products that enable its customers to issue, use and maintain digital identities in a secure manner. The Company classifies its products into two categories, authentication products and identity management products. The Company`s systems and products include software and hardware products that facilitate the authentication of a user to a network service provider or database administrator through a number of different personal security devices, such as a smart card, a token, biometric device, a mobile telephone or a personal digital assistant. The Company also offers customers a variety of services, which range from advanced customer support to in-depth security assessments.
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ActivCard Digital Identity Products Selected by Northrop Grumman for SEWP III
Northrop Grumman Extends Availability of ActivCard Award Winning Common Access Card (CAC) Software and Identity Management Solutions
Wednesday August 28, 8:19 pm ET


FREMONT, Calif., Aug. 28 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- ActivCard® (Nasdaq: ACTI; Nasdaq Europe), a leader in identity management and strong authentication solutions, today announced its partnership with Northrop Grumman Corp.`s (NYSE: NOC - News) Information Technology (IT) sector. The partnership fulfills the U.S. federal government`s digital identity needs through NASA`s Scientific and Engineering Workstation Procurement III (SEWP) government-wide acquisition contract.
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Northrop Grumman, the second largest supplier of information technology to the U.S. government, will offer ActivCard`s Common Access Card (CAC) solutions developed for the Department of Defense (DoD) along with its family of digital identity and strong authentication products, to all federal government agencies interested in smart card-based identity badge systems.

"ActivCard fills a key role in our current SEWP because of its leadership and expertise in large-scale deployments of identity management systems worldwide for the US government and private enterprise," said Max Kymmel, SEWP program manager for Northrop Grumman IT. "We aim to be an active partner with ActivCard to provide a cost-effective and proven solution to enhance government security."

"Northrop Grumman IT`s consulting and professional services team provide the skills and implementation capability to deliver ActivCard digital identity management products and assist the government with its mandate to upgrade security," said Ed MacBeth, senior vice president of marketing and corporate development for ActivCard. "This agreement also expands our reach into and beyond the DoD, and lets government officials who want to work with a trusted "super brand" like Northrop Grumman equip their workstations with ActivCard Gold(TM) for CAC workstation client software -- directly from the company that created the CAC solution for the DoD."

The DoD CAC program is the world`s largest multi-application smart card badging program. The CAC is a military ID badge that enables building and site access around the world, photo ID, healthcare privileges, and demographic and entitlement information. It also secures communications and transactions via PKI keys and digital certificates that encrypt and decrypt email, digitally sign email, and enable user authentication for network access. The DoD has a mandate that all 4.3 million DoD active personnel worldwide will be issued the new consolidated ID badge by the end of 2003.

The Defense Manpower Data Center (DMDC) today issued the one millionth CAC, using ActivCard`s digital identity management (IDM) system, which enables the scalability, manageability and lower total cost of ownership that result from consolidating multiple credentials and data onto a single smart card -- and managing card content throughout each stage of the identity badge lifecycle. ActivCard also is the leading supplier of smart card client software for the CAC, selling nearly one million licenses of ActivCard Gold for CAC to the Army, Air Force, Navy, and other government agencies.

Northrop Grumman IT was chosen to provide networking and storage solutions to all federal government agencies and their contractors in an open and distributed environment through 2006; and the subcontract agreement gives ActivCard® the right to sell its digital identity management solutions to the government through Northrop Grumman IT`s contract.

To contact Northrop Grumman about ActivCard solutions, or to obtain information, including a white paper on the CAC deployment, please visit the following website: http://www.feddata.com/dm/activcard/ .

About ActivCard, Inc.

ActivCard, www.activcard.com, is a leader in identity management and strong authentication solutions. We give businesses and governments the confidence that people are who they say they are online. ActivCard has the unique ability to implement a complete end-to-end, open standards-based digital identity system. We are trusted by the leading names in network computing including Hewlett-Packard Company®, Sun Microsystems, Inc.®, and VeriSign, Inc.®, as well as the U.S. Department of Defense.

The statements in this press release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties, including risks associated with fluctuations in operating results, our history of losses, the concentration of our customer base, our reliance on strategic relationships, acquisitions and managing the Company`s future growth, and other risks identified in the Company`s periodic filings with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission, including but not limited to those appearing under the caption "Risk Factors" in the Company`s annual report on Form 20-F. Actual results, events and performance may differ materially. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof. ActivCard disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.




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ActivCard Provides the `Smarts` in One Million Common Access Cards (CAC) Issued by the U.S. Department of Defense
Wednesday August 28, 8:33 pm ET


FREMONT, Calif., Aug. 28 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- ActivCard® (Nasdaq: ACTI; Nasdaq Europe), a leader in identity management and strong authentication solutions, announced that the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) today issued the one millionth smart card-based Common Access Card (CAC) enabled by the company`s digital identity management (IDM) system and standard-setting, secure card applets.
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The CAC is a military ID badge that enables building and site access around the world, photo ID, healthcare privileges, and demographic and entitlement information among other applications. The DoD uses ActivCard`s open standards-based IDM system, known by the DoD as the "issuance portal," to initialize, personalize, and manage user credentials and applications on over one million chip-based smart-cards issued to active duty personnel around the world.

The one millionth CAC milestone is being celebrated today in a special ceremony at an issuance site at Fort Belvoir in the Washington DC area. The DoD has mandated that all 4.3 million DoD active personnel worldwide will be issued the new consolidated CAC ID badge by the end of 2003.

"We are incredibly proud of accomplishing this milestone with the Defense Manpower Data Center (DMDC) team to create and manage the world`s largest deployment of multi-application smart card-based ID badges," said Steven Humphreys, CEO of ActivCard. "It is gratifying to be recognized for providing the digital identity management system which has enabled a deployment of this magnitude and has tightened security for military personnel around the world."

"DMDC has partnered with the world`s best IT companies to produce the CAC, recognized as one of the best products in the world through its nine major technology awards in the last year," said Kenneth C. Scheflen, Director, DMDC. "Our team has worked very hard to use commercially available products and to push the smart card industry toward standards-based products and full interoperability. What DoD has accomplished is now available to other governmental and private organizations who want to leverage the technology with minimal start up time and costs."

The ActivCard CAC solution drives down the DoD`s total cost of operation by addressing system deployability, scalability, manageability, and supportability at every stage of the CAC card`s lifecycle.

At the time of a CAC card`s issuance, ActivCard`s IDM system consolidates multiple credentials and applications on a single card into the ActivCard applets -- special applications designed for smart cards stored in the cards -- which are PIN, PKI and Generic Container (GC). CAC users are then enabled to digitally sign and encrypt/decrypt email, approve electronic purchases, provide user authentication for network access and their demographic data and PKI certificates are stored in the GC. After issuance, ActivCard`s IDM system can add or update applications or information on the CAC card securely, in military locations around the world.

About ActivCard CAC Solutions

ActivCard IDM software is the foundation for the entire CAC infrastructure. Beginning in 1999 with the DMDC, the Company:

-- Developed the specifications for the CAC card infrastructure, including
secure channels for issuance and post-issuance management, usage and
future applications
-- Is fully compliant with the GSA CAC interoperability standard for user
workstation software and CAC standards with the Internet Engineering
Task Force (IETF), Global Platform, National Institute of Standards
(NIST) and National Security Agency (NSA) policy
-- Developed and licensed the CAC applets to the DMDC for 4.3 million
users
-- Deployed IDM software -- in conjunction with integration partner EDS
-- on all RAPIDS user enrollment workstations installed in 900
locations around the world, including the Pentagon, military bases and
aircraft carriers
-- Deployed nearly one million copies to date of ActivCard Gold(TM) for
CAC workstation client software with the U.S. Army, Navy and Air Force
-- Is the only provider whose technology is deployed throughout the CAC
infrastructure -- in the data center, on client workstations and inside
the CAC ID Badge.


About ActivCard

ActivCard, www.activcard.com, is a leader in identity management and strong authentication solutions. We give businesses and governments the confidence that people are who they say they are online. ActivCard has the unique ability to implement a complete end-to-end, open standards-based digital identity system. We are trusted by the leading names in network computing including Hewlett-Packard Company®, Sun Microsystems, Inc.®, and VeriSign, Inc.®, as well as the U.S. Department of Defense.

The statements in this press release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties, including risks associated with fluctuations in operating results, our history of losses, the concentration of our customer base, our reliance on strategic relationships, acquisitions and managing the Company`s future growth, and other risks identified in the Company`s periodic filings with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission, including but not limited to those appearing under the caption "Risk Factors" in the Company`s annual report on Form 20-F. Actual results, events and performance may differ materially. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof. ActivCard disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.




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ACTIVCARD LAUNCHES VAR-BASED "SMART VPN" CAMPAIGN
ActivCard`s "Smart VPN™" solution, launched today, bundles a AAA Server with a USB device and digital identity software. The ActivCard Smart VPN offering is exclusive to the installed VPN customer base of ActivCard Certified Partners

Suresnes, France - September 16, 2002 - ActivCard® (NASDAQ/NASDAQ Europe: ACTI) a leader in identity management and strong authentication solutions, today announced that ActivCard`s network of certified Value Added Distributors (VADs), Value Added Resellers (VARs) and System Integrators (SIs) will benefit from a new promotion, the "Smart VPN™".

The Smart VPN promotion is designed to motivate Virtual Private Network owners to add strong authentication to their current VPN-based remote access systems in order to protect against unwanted intrusion from hackers. ActivCard combines its ActivPack™ AAA Server for LDAP environments, ActivCard Gold™ and ActivKey™ USB key to provide a complete strong authentication solution for VPNs. The offering starts today and will finish on December 31, 2002.

Businesses are rapidly embracing remote access VPNs to extend the reach of their enterprise network perimeters. Flexible remote access VPN services streamline business operations, improve employee productivity, reduce the cost of networking administration, and eliminate the high cost of leased lines and modem banks. As a result, and according to industry analyst group Forrester Research, IP-based VPNs will actually be used by 70% of all companies for up to 90% of their data communications needs by 2003.

But many VPNs are susceptible to intrusion because users are only required to provide static passwords that are easily hacked, guessed or simply re-used by unauthorized people. As a result, VPN users have increasingly been looking for strong, two factor authentication services, along with a USB key or a smart card, to transform their VPNs into "Smart VPNs".

ActivCard`s "Smart VPN" offering goes beyond the traditional "token approach" that legacy token vendors have been offering for the past few years. With the Smart VPN solution, ActivCard resellers will enable VPN administrators to evaluate ActivCard`s new ActivPack v5.1 AAA Server, specially designed for an LDAP environment, ActivCard Gold v2.2 client software and an ActivKey USB token.

"The objective of the ActivCard Smart VPN promotion is to reduce our channel partners` sales cycle and to optimize the sales and installation of strong authentication solutions for corporations," said Franck Burtin, ActivCard Channel Sales Director, EMEA. Last March, ActivCard conducted a similar campaign exclusively targeted at Check Point™ VPN-1 and Firewall-1 customers. "Building on the success of the previous campaign, ActivCard is expanding its target base to include users of VPNs from Cisco®, NetScreen®, Nortel Networks®, and Check Point," added Burtin.

"ActivCard "Smart VPN" solution will be offered to our installed customer base of VPN users," said Alastair Broom, Enterprise Marketing Manager, Siemens Network Systems Ltd, Hemel Hempstead, UK. "We support ActivCard identity management (IDM) technology because it enables smart card and USB-based strong user authentication to become an integrated feature of all market leading VPN and firewall solutions and this is what our customers have been asking for", added Broom.

"ActivCard`s combination of elements for a smart VPN is exactly what the market is currently looking for," said Axel Diekmann, European Product Management, Integralis, Ismaning. "We welcome this campaign to provide our VPN customers with what they need for secure VPN access while at the same time ensuring that they achieve an enhanced return on their investment."

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About ActivCard

ActivCard is a leader in identity management (IDM) software and strong authentication solutions. We give businesses and governments the confidence that people are who they say they are online. ActivCard has the unique ability to implement a complete end-to-end, open standards-based digital identity system. We are trusted by the leading names in network computing including Hewlett-Packard Company®, Sun Microsystems, Inc.®, and VeriSign, Inc.®, as well as the U.S. Department of Defense.

The statements in this press release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties, including risks associated with fluctuations in operating results, our history of losses, the concentration of our customer base, our reliance on strategic relationships, acquisitions and managing the Company`s future growth, and other risks identified in the Company`s periodic filings with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission, including but not limited to those appearing under the caption "Risk Factors" in the Company`s annual report on Form 20-F. Actual results, events and performance may differ materially. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof. ActivCard disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.



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ActivCard Unveils ActivCard Identity Management System(TM) (AIMS)
Product Developed for U.S. Department of Defense Makes It Easier to Deploy Digital Identities Across the Enterprise; Microsoft(R) Corporation Adopts AIMS to Manage Employee Smart Card ID Program
Monday September 23, 2:45 am ET


FREMONT, Calif., Sept. 23 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- ActivCard® (Nasdaq: ACTI; Nasdaq Europe: ACTI), the leader in IDentity Management (IDM) software, today introduced ActivCard Identity Management System(TM) (AIMS), the first product line of powerful multi-tiered software designed to manage the complete lifecycle of multi-function identity smart cards -- from issuance to termination -- including the credentials and applications on them.
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AIMS is designed for the IT departments of mid-sized and large organizations who need to improve network security while reducing IT spending. By integrating with existing user identity infrastructure components, AIMS minimizes the time and costs associated with maintaining and supporting a digital identity infrastructure. ActivCard is the only company that provides an end-to-end enterprise identity management solution that manages all of the multiple digital identities associated with each respective user in an organization. Employees use a variety of credentials to access different corporate services. AIMS allows companies to easily issue and manage security tokens, smart cards, credentials (PKI and SKI), passwords, biometrics and even custom data and card applications through AIMS` single, integrated Web interface.

Today, ActivCard also announced that Microsoft has adopted and deployed AIMS at its Redmond campus and has already enrolled and issued over 25,000 smart card employee IDs. Microsoft employees now use their smart ID badges to access company networks locally and remotely supported by a strong authentication infrastructure.

"Issuing and managing smart card IDs without a central management system is like selling someone a car that can never be repaired, refueled or maintained. When the vehicle needs service, you have to buy a new car," said Ed MacBeth, senior vice president of marketing, ActivCard. "AIMS provides the provisioning and ongoing maintenance features required for successful smart card-based ID deployments."

AIMS automates many of the maintenance features of the smart card allowing companies to recoup the cost of the card and the issuance by eliminating help desk calls. An average enterprise help desk gets 1.2 calls per end user per month. Typical problems like password reset or PIN unlock cost an average of $17-20 and take about 7.5 minutes each, according to Gartner Group(1). AIMS reduces the number and cost of corporate help desk calls through a variety of user self-service functions. AIMS also offers productivity benefits by consolidating and managing multiple credentials on one card -- for workstation and network login, email encryption, digital signatures, remote access and single sign-on -- all with a familiar ATM-like experience for the user.

AIMS is based on an ActivCard technology platform currently licensed and implemented at the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) to manage its deployment of 4.3 million smart card-based IDs known as the Common Access Card (CAC), the world`s largest deployment of multi-application smart card-based ID badges. The DoD is currently issuing 8,500 badges per day using the system at over 650 locations around the world. These new CAC badges include both physical and logical access capabilities, PKI-based digital signature and encryption applets, and personal demographic information.

AIMS is based on open standards and is interoperable with leading smart cards, certificate authorities and LDAP directories. Two different editions are available, depending on the size and requirements of the organization:

ActivCard Identity Management System(TM)-Standard Edition is for mid-size organizations that need to implement a standard set of security functions for smart cards and tokens. It is an "out-of-the-box" product optimized for Windows® environments.

ActivCard Identity Management System(TM)-Enterprise Edition is designed for larger organizations that need a scalable platform. Leveraging the enhanced security benefits of the Java Card and Global Platform standards, AIMS provides advanced post-issuance management capabilities. For example, with AIMS-Enterprise it is possible to add additional applications including e-cash, employee health benefits and records, loyalty programs, entitlement programs, payment systems and other services. The system is scalable, so that a company can start small and grow to hundreds of thousands of users.

AIMS is part of a complete ActivCard IDM solution that includes ActivCard Gold(TM) middleware software that enables client authentication methods, including one-time-use dynamic passwords (SKI), PKI and biometrics. The IDM solution may include the ActivCard Applet Suite on the card for credential management, Trinity(TM) single sign-on software, and ActivPack(TM) AAA Server for remote access.

To contact ActivCard about AIMS solutions or to obtain pricing information please call: 800-529-9499 to speak with a direct sales person. Additional information is available on our website: www.activcard.com/activ/products/infrastructure/aims_e .

About AIMS

AIMS is a Web-based, distributed, centrally-managed solution enabling cost-effective deployment of smart cards anytime, anywhere in the world. A true end-to-end solution, AIMS addresses three critical elements of smart card deployments in a streamlined, automated, highly-secure process:

1. Issuance -- Bind smart cards to users; initialize applets and
personalize Personal Identification Numbers (PIN); generate Public Key
Infrastructure (PKI) keys and retrieve PKI certificates and other
data, including Symmetric Key Infrastructure (SKI) credentials; and
manage the printing of cards.
2. Post-issuance -- Complete card content management, including
credential renewals and updates of data and applets; self service and
help desk functions used for unlocking cards and issuing temporary and
replacement cards; logistics and inventory management, ensuring that
only authorized cards are issued; secured auditing and reporting, to
record and report all transactions related to the cards and their
contents.
3. Administration -- Configuration with directory services and
certificate authorities, and managing roles and policies requirements
for large smart card deployments.


About ActivCard

ActivCard, www.activcard.com, is the leader in IDentity Management (IDM) software. Our scalable IDM and strong authentication solutions are trusted by organizations - from enterprise to governments around the world. ActivCard IDM systems deliver maximum Return On Identity(TM) (ROI) through increased security, reduced cost, and user convenience. The modular product design allows our customers to add capabilities as required, preserving their investment.

The statements in this press release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties, including risks associated with fluctuations in operating results, our history of losses, the concentration of our customer base, our reliance on strategic relationships, acquisitions and managing the Company`s future growth, and other risks identified in the Company`s periodic filings with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission, including but not limited to those appearing under the caption "Risk Factors" in the Company`s annual report on Form 20-F. Actual results, events and performance may differ materially. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof. ActivCard disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

(1) Gartner Group Note #DF-14-7228, 14 Jan 2002



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Microsoft Deploys ActivCard Identity Management System(TM) (AIMS)
ActivCard Identity Technology Selected by Microsoft IT Security Group For Largest Deployment of New Corporate ID Badges
Monday September 23, 2:45 am ET


FREMONT, Calif., Sept. 23 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- ActivCard® (Nasdaq: ACTI; Nasdaq Europe: ACTI), the leader in IDentity Management (IDM) software, today announced that the ActivCard Identity Management System(TM) (AIMS) has been adopted by Microsoft Corporation (Nasdaq: MSFT - News) for their employees and contractors. Microsoft® has deployed the solution -- including a corporate, smart card-based identity (ID) badge -- to more than 25,000 employees in this initial deployment phase.
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As a component of its overall corporate security strategy, all Microsoft employees, contractors, and authorized users will carry the ID smart card for physical access to on-campus facilities and remote access to Microsoft`s corporate network. The AIMS solution met Microsoft`s requirements for secure issuance and distribution of smart cards and user credentials in a large-scale enterprise -- and performed under the demands of Microsoft`s rapid deployment schedule.

"The ActivCard AIMS solution integrates smoothly into our current network infrastructure, leveraging the built-in authentication and digital certificate management capabilities of Windows .NET Server and Windows XP," said Greg Wood, general manager, Microsoft Corporate IT Security. "We have chosen ActivCard as our digital identity management partner for smart cards."

Much like the ActivCard solution adopted by the U.S. Department of Defense, the system enables Microsoft to achieve the highest possible return on investment while providing tightened corporate security and ease-of-use for badge holders.

"Network security and employee identity are critical issues for organizations today, and a high priority for IT managers and CIOs," said Steve Humphreys, chairman and CEO of ActivCard. "Microsoft`s adoption of our AIMS solution is recognition of ActivCard`s leadership. Using their corporate access card, Microsoft employees are able to access company networks remotely with the ease of use of an ATM card and their IT managers can rely upon the strong authentication infrastructure that identifies users."

This deployment is a major step in building upon a long-term partnership with Microsoft. ActivCard is committed to providing the performance, ease-of-use and cost effectiveness of Digital IDs in the Microsoft environment with technology that supports Active Directory® and leverages the emerging .NET architecture. The synergy of the two companies enables customers to use Microsoft Active Directory for identity management of large-scale user populations inside and outside corporate firewalls -- with a lower total cost of ownership and the accelerated return on investment of consolidated physical and logical credentials. As Web Services expand, the need for security continues to grow. ActivCard is in a position to offer comprehensive digital identity solutions meeting Microsoft standards and Microsoft customer requirements.

About ActivCard Identity Management System(TM) (AIMS)

AIMS minimizes the time and costs associated with deploying, maintaining and supporting a digital identity infrastructure through a web-based smart card provisioning and management system. AIMS allows companies to easily issue and manage advanced, multi-application smart cards -- as well as the credentials and applications that are stored on them such as PIN, SKI, PKI and biometric authentication and digital signatures. The solution works with the Microsoft campus` primary identity management infrastructure components including Active Directory, database and PKI components. AIMS is a key component of the ActivCard Corporate Access Card(TM) (CAC) solution, which allows companies to easily deploy unified systems that reduce costs, increase security and improve employee productivity. Leveraging the ActivCard solution deployed by the U.S. Department of Defense, the ActivCard CAC delivers proven digital identity management capabilities to corporate enterprises.

About ActivCard

ActivCard, www.activcard.com, is the leader in IDentity Management (IDM) software. Our scalable IDM and strong authentication solutions are trusted by organizations -- from enterprise to governments around the world. ActivCard IDM systems deliver maximum Return On Identity(TM) (ROI) through increased security, reduced cost, and user convenience. The modular product design allows our customers to add capabilities as required, preserving their investment.

The statements in this press release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties, including risks associated with fluctuations in operating results, our history of losses, the concentration of our customer base, our reliance on strategic relationships, acquisitions and managing the Company`s future growth, and other risks identified in the Company`s periodic filings with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission, including but not limited to those appearing under the caption "Risk Factors" in the Company`s annual report on Form 20-F. Actual results, events and performance may differ materially. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof. ActivCard disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.




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ActivCard Files S-4 Registration Statement for Reincorporation From France to United States
Tuesday September 24, 10:28 pm ET


FREMONT, Calif. and SURESNES, France, Sept. 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- ActivCard S.A. (Nasdaq: ACTI; Nasdaq Europe: ACTI) today announced that ActivCard Corp., a recently formed Delaware corporation, has filed a Form S-4 Registration Statement under the Securities Act of 1933 with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") for the purpose of commencing an exchange offer to enable the change of domicile of the publicly listed company of the ActivCard group of companies, currently ActivCard S.A., to the state of Delaware in the United States. In connection with this SEC filing, a similar filing is being made with the Belgian Banking and Finance Commission in connection with ActivCard`s listing with Nasdaq Europe.
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About ActivCard

ActivCard, www.activcard.com, is the leader in IDentity Management (IDM) software. Our scalable IDM and strong authentication solutions are trusted by organizations -- from enterprise to governments around the world. ActivCard IDM systems deliver maximum Return On Identity(TM) (ROI) through increased security, reduced cost, and user convenience. Our product philosophy is to provide a modular design to allow our customers to add capabilities as required, preserving their investment.

The statements in this press release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties, including risks identified in the Registration Statement. Actual results, events and performance may differ materially. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof. ActivCard disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

Complete details of the transaction will be set forth in the Registration Statement and other appropriate filings to be made with the SEC. WE URGE INVESTORS TO READ THE REGISTRATION STATEMENT AND ANY OTHER DOCUMENTS THAT WE WILL FILE WITH THE SEC WHEN THEY BECOME AVAILABLE BECAUSE THEY WILL CONTAIN IMPORTANT INFORMATION APPLICABLE TO THIS TRANSACTION. Investors will be able to obtain any documents filed with the SEC relating to the transaction free of charge from the SEC`s website at www.sec.gov. In addition, you may obtain documents filed with the SEC by ActivCard Corp. and ActivCard S.A. free of charge by requesting them in writing from ActivCard, 6623 Dumbarton Circle, Fremont, California 94555, Attention: Megan O`Reilly-Lewis, telephone: [phone].

This communication shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy securities, nor shall there be any sale of securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of such jurisdiction.




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ActivCard Debuts Corporate Access Card(TM) (CAC)
Solution
Tuesday October 1, 2:45 am ET

FREMONT, Calif., Oct. 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- ActivCard® (Nasdaq: ACTI; Nasdaq Europe:
ACTI), the leader in IDentity Management (IDM) software, today announced that the ActivCard
Corporate Access Card(TM) (CAC) solution -- based upon proven technology developed initially
for the U.S. Department of Defense -- is now available for the enterprise.

The Corporate Access Card solution is a modular suite of software products for enterprise identity
badge deployments. After six years of R&D and standardization work with leading standards
bodies, including Java Card Forum and Global Platform (formerly Visa® Open Platform), ActivCard
is now providing the CAC solution to enterprise customers worldwide. ActivCard Corporate Access
Card solutions fully leverage the multi-functionality of the DoD CAC standard, the Java Card(TM)
platform and other smart card-based platforms.

"Consider all the credentials a company has to manage for just one user -- a picture ID card,
remote authentication token, identity PKI certificates, biometrics and any number of static
passwords -- each requiring a separate management system and staffing resources to administer
them," said Ed MacBeth, ActivCard Senior Vice President of Marketing. "With the ActivCard
Corporate Access Card, enterprise organizations can issue a consolidated smart card-based
employee badge -- with a single management system -- delivering a strong ROI for the bottom line."

The Corporate Access Card solution allows users to securely access business applications,
including network log-in, e-mail encryption, remote access and single sign-on. Users simply insert
their CAC into their computer, enter their PIN, and gain secure access to a wide range of services.

When activated with ActivCard applets, a CAC solution allows enterprises to conduct business in
new ways. Along with secure storage on the card of employee records and benefits -- like
healthcare entitlements -- companies also can use the card for cashless payment systems, such as
in the company cafeteria and vending machines. ActivCard IDM software lets companies add new
applets to the card post issuance for new services.

With ActivCard Identity Management System(TM) (AIMS) software, the CAC can be integrated with
existing corporate directory structures. The system administrator can easily assign and manage
user`s credentials cost effectively leveraging the current network infrastructure.

Corporate Access Card solutions strengthen enterprises` physical and network security while at the
same time reducing IT costs. The CAC provides Return On Identity(TM) -- an ROI based on
reduced costs, user convenience, and the increased security that comes from knowing with
certainty who is accessing the company`s systems and services.

The U.S. government`s recent "National Strategy to Secure Cyberspace" has called on business
leaders to share in the responsibility of securing the Internet -- starting with the perimeter of the
corporate enterprise with a charter to develop infrastructure protection plans that address both
cyber and physical security.

"The CAC solution is exactly the type of private sector leadership the government had in mind
when it challenged corporations to take action to assure critical operations will not be disrupted by
cyber attacks," MacBeth added. "Our customers are adopting solutions that bridge physical and
logical security to prove user identity."

About the ActivCard Corporate Access Card(TM) Solution

The Corporate Access Card solution is a modular suite of software products for enterprise identity
badge deployments. This solution has been designed to securely issue, use and manage multiple
types of digital identity credentials, i.e. PKI keys and certificates, biometrics, one-time passwords
and static passwords. The modular components of ActivCard CAC solution:

-- Begin inside the smart card microchip with ActivCard Applets and secure
framework.
-- Extend to the user workstation with ActivCard Gold(TM) smart card
middleware software
-- Extend to the network with the Trinity(TM) single sign-on server and
ActivPack(TM) AAA remote access secure server.
-- Are managed by ActivCard Identity Management System (TM) (AIMS), a
Web-based, centrally managed, distributed software enabling
cost-effective deployment of smart cards anytime, anywhere.
-- Are based upon open systems support for all leading platforms,
directories and smart cards.


The Corporate Access Card is based upon ActivCard`s experience with the world`s largest scale
smart identity badge deployment, the DoD Common Access Card (CAC).

-- ActivCard developed the specifications for the DoD CAC card
infrastructure, including secure channels for issuance, post-issuance,
usage and future applications
-- ActivCard is the only provider whose technology is deployed throughout
the CAC infrastructure -- in the data center, on client workstations
and inside the CAC ID badge.


To contact ActivCard about Corporate Access Card solutions please call: 1-800-529-9499 or
510-574-0100 to speak with a direct sales person.

About ActivCard

ActivCard, www.activcard.com, is the leader in IDentity Management (IDM) software. Our scalable
IDM and strong authentication solutions are trusted by organizations -- from enterprise to
governments around the world. ActivCard IDM systems deliver maximum Return On Identity(TM)
(ROI) through increased security, reduced cost, and user convenience. The modular product
design allows our customers to add capabilities as required, preserving their investment.

The statements in this press release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements
that involve risks and uncertainties, including risks associated with fluctuations in operating results,
our history of losses, the concentration of our customer base, our reliance on strategic
relationships, acquisitions and managing the Company`s future growth, and other risks identified in
the Company`s periodic filings with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission,
including but not limited to those appearing under the caption "Risk Factors" in the Company`s
annual report on Form 20-F. Actual results, events and performance may differ materially. Readers
are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only
as of the date hereof. ActivCard disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any
forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.



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ActivCard ActivPack(TM) AAA Server 5.1 Advances LDAP-Centric Remote Access
Improves Manageability While Cutting Costs to Deliver Compelling ROI
Tuesday October 8, 5:44 pm ET


FREMONT, Calif., Oct. 8 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- ActivCard® (Nasdaq: ACTI; Nasdaq Europe: ACTI), the leader in IDentity Management (IDM) software, today announced the worldwide availability of ActivPack AAA Server 5.1, enabling enterprises to more cost-effectively control and manage remote access to corporate network resources.
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ActivPack is a RADIUS and TACACS+ strong authentication, authorization and administration (AAA) server that protects critical enterprise assets by ensuring and tracking user identity across a network infrastructure that is accessible any time, from anywhere. ActivPack is the first authentication server to plug directly into any enterprise`s existing LDAP (Lightweight Directory Access Protocol) directory.

ActivPack fully integrates with all LDAP-compliant directories, enabling users and their access rights to be managed centrally without the need to modify the existing corporate directory infrastructure. This eliminates costly dual administration of remote access users. It also prevents an increasingly common security risk that occurs when administrators remove an employee from the corporate directory and mistakenly leave their record open in a separate remote access database. ActivPack verifies user identities using static passwords, synchronous authentication or challenge/response authentication, offering companies a complete range of authentication methods.

ActivPack provides organizations using password authentication with legacy systems or tokens for remote access with a wide choice of digital credentials. It offers a clear migration path to more advanced authentication technologies, such as smart cards and public-key authentication (PKI).

"ActivPack maps neatly onto our existing LDAP directory, thus strengthening our corporate security without adding an additional layer of administration," said Thibault Lepine, Corporate IT Infrastructure Engineering Manager, STMicroelectronics, the world`s third largest semiconductor company. "ActivPack`s directory integration directly lowers our costs of administering authentication services."

ActivPack AAA Server now offers more flexibility in deployment options. ActivPack 5.1 now runs on Solaris(TM) 8 operating system as well as Windows® 2000(TM). It also newly supports ActivCard`s complete line of authentication devices, including ActivCard One(TM) Keychain Token, ActivKey(TM) and ActivCard 32K Java Card.

ActivPack offers a high performance, scalable solution that provides around-the-clock uptime for an enterprise`s critical remote access services. Companies with multiple offices and a highly mobile workforce can authenticate more easily to their remote servers using their existing credentials. ActivPack`s roaming capability facilitates access by allowing traveling users to connect locally while ActivPack transparently retrieves their credentials from the user`s home server.

"ActivPack`s compliancy with open standards, like RADIUS and TACACS+, means it can be combined with virtually any market-leading network access solution," said Ed MacBeth, Senior Vice President of Marketing, ActivCard. "ActivPack delivers a compelling ROI for customers who can use funds designated for maintaining legacy token deployments to upgrade to non-expiring tokens or beyond to smart cards, USB keys or PKI authentication."

ActivPack also includes a fully automated suite of PC clients: ActivCard Gold(TM), ActivPack Client for Check Point(TM) FW-1, ActivPack Client for Check Point VPN-1, ActivPack for Microsoft® RAS-Telnet Client, and ActivPack SSO Client. These clients contribute to lower help desk costs and ensure the authentication process is transparent to the end user. They provide simple Personal Identification Number (PIN) entry and an ATM-like user experience.

ActivPack also can be deployed as part of ActivCard`s Corporate Access Card(TM) (CAC) solution, a modular suite of software products for enterprise identity badge deployments. The Corporate Access Card solution allows users to securely access business applications, including network log-in, e-mail encryption, remote access and single sign-on. Users simply insert their CAC into their computer, enter their PIN, and gain secure access to a wide range of services. The Corporate Access Card is based upon ActivCard`s experience with the world`s largest scale smart identity badge deployment, the DoD Common Access Card (CAC), and provides a compelling return on investment (ROI) for enterprise business.

Test ActivPack Free of Charge

ActivCard is currently offering a free trial of ActivPack AAA Server 5.1 as part of the Smart VPN promotion running until December 31, 2002. This enables VPN users with an LDAP directory to install, test and evaluate the benefits of ActivPack together with the ActivKey(TM) USB key.

For further information please visit: www.activcard.com/smartvpn/index-us.html

About ActivCard

ActivCard, www.activcard.com, is the leader in IDentity Management (IDM) software. Our scalable IDM and strong authentication solutions are trusted by organizations -- from enterprise to governments around the world. ActivCard IDM systems deliver maximum Return On Identity(TM) (ROI) through increased security, reduced cost, and user convenience. Our product philosophy is to provide a modular design to allow our customers to add capabilities as required, preserving their investment.

The statements in this press release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties, including risks associated with fluctuations in operating results, our history of losses, the concentration of our customer base, our reliance on strategic relationships, acquisitions and managing the Company`s future growth, and other risks identified in the Company`s periodic filings with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission, including but not limited to those appearing under the caption "Risk Factors" in the Company`s annual report on Form 20-F. Actual results, events and performance may differ materially. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof. ActivCard disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.




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Press Release
Source: ActivCard


ActivCard to Host Third Quarter 2002 Webcast on
November 4, 2002 at 8:00 a.m. (PT)
Monday October 21, 6:30 am ET

FREMONT, Calif., Oct. 21 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- ActivCard (Nasdaq: ACTI; Nasdaq Europe:
ACTI), the leader in IDentity Management (IDM) software, invites you to listen to its webcast on
Monday, November 4, 2002 for a review of third quarter financial results.

When: Monday, November 4, 2002
11:00 a.m. (ET)/ 8:00 a.m. (PT)

How: Visit the Company`s website at www.activcard.com to listen to
the live broadcast


ActivCard, www.activcard.com, is the leader in IDentity Management (IDM) software. Our
scalable IDM and strong authentication solutions are trusted by organizations -- from enterprise
to governments around the world. ActivCard IDM systems deliver maximum Return On
Identity(TM) (ROI) through increased security, reduced cost, and user convenience. Our
product philosophy is to provide a modular design to allow our customers to add capabilities as
required, preserving their investment.

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Dow Jones Business News
NEWS SNAP: Vasco Narrows 3rd Quarter Losses, Comes Out Fighting
Wednesday October 23, 2:56 pm ET


BRUSSELS -(Dow Jones)- Vasco Data Security International Inc. (NasdaqNM:VDSI - News) CEO said Wednesday improved sales and aggressive cost cutting narrowed third-quarter losses but current economic uncertainty made it impossible to give an indication about future financial performance.
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"We`re alive and kicking," the company`s chief executive Mario Houthooft told Dow Jones Newswires, "We`re bringing new products to the market."

At 1826 GMT shares of Vasco were up 8.0% to $1.49 on Nasdaq.

Houthooft spoke just after the Belgian-U.S. maker of security programs booked an operating loss of $808,882 in the third quarter, a major improvement over its $3.6 million loss in the year-earlier period.

Vasco has struggled since the Internet bubble burst in 2000. Its share price has plunged from a high of $25 in February 2000 to its present level. The market for data security software evaporated.

But large customers such as banks are now placing new orders. Revenues climbed 7% to $5.1 million during the quarter underpinned by sales of Digipass and VACMAN software used to conduct secure phone and e-banking.

"Banks are offering customers more services remotely," as they cut branches to reduce costs explains Houthooft. "They want them to be secure."

Vasco also is making inroads into the core network access market, territory traditionally dominated by RSI Holdings Inc (RSII) . Margins are much higher than in other area of data security software. This business now accounts for over a quarter of Vasco`s total revenues.

Vasco has sharply reduced its overheads this year. It now trains salespeople in-house and no longer prints glossy sales brochures - they`re sent electronically or customers can read CDs. The company has also stopped attending large and expensive trade shows and now organizes its own events. Research and development is carried out at two sites rather than seven.

Operating expenses fell by 42% in the third quarter to $3.8 million. Houthooft expects the full effects of the cost reductions to be realized in the fourth quarter. This will place Vasco in good position to "move quickly to profitability and positive cash flow" when markets become more stable, Houthooft said.

Vasco faces a number of other challenges. It is presently contesting a lawsuit bought against it by ActivCard SA . Costs associated with the case, which has yet to go to court in the U.S., have swelled its general and administration overhead by $300,000 to $1.2 million.

"We are impressed by the evolution of revenues, but the G&A costs are disappointing," said Christophe Pieron, an equity analyst at Bank Degroof in Brussels.

But Houthooft said he didn`t expect it to be a long-term drain on the company`s finances.

Company Web site: http;//www.vasco.com

-By Victoria Knight,Dow Jones Newswires; 322-285-0132; [e-mail]

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ActivCard Launches New Version of Smart Card Industry`s Leading Middleware, ActivCard Gold (TM) 2.2
Thursday October 31, 2:45 am ET
One Million Licenses Sold to Date to U.S. Department of Defense
- Enhanced Security - New Features Ease Deployment of Digital ID Badges - Greater Performance - Twice As Fast As Previous Release - Maximum Interoperability - New Version Supports More Operating Environments Than Any Other Middleware


FREMONT, Calif., Oct. 31 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- ActivCard® (Nasdaq: ACTI; Nasdaq Europe: ACTI), the leader in IDentity Management (IDM) software, today announced the worldwide availability of ActivCard Gold 2.2 and ActivCard Gold for CAC 2.2, enabling enterprises and U.S. government agencies to upgrade the security of their desktops with multi-application smart cards to increase productivity and business confidence.
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ActivCard Gold software is a multi-function smart card-based authentication and digital signature solution. The new version greatly expands interoperability with a variety of devices and systems, operates at twice the speed of past versions and makes it easy to install and deploy smart card-based IDs to large-scale user populations.

"ActivCard Gold 2.2 raises the bar on smart card middleware quality through high performance, customizability and ease of deployment," said Ed MacBeth, senior vice president of marketing, ActivCard. "ActivCard Gold 2.2 has proven maturity and reliability which is why it continues to be the top choice smart card security software, way ahead of newer competitors."

Enhanced Interoperability

With more than 1.5 million copies sold, ActivCard Gold is the most deployed smart card client software on the market. ActivCard Gold 2.2 supports more applications, smart cards, readers, PKI certificate authorities and operating environments than any other smart card middleware. New support in the 2.2 release includes Windows® XP; biometric fingerprint authentication; remote desktop environments like Windows XP Remote Desktop and Windows.NET(TM) Terminal Server; and thin client terminals. ActivCard Gold 2.2 also offers broader support for new Java Cards, PKI and leading messaging and collaboration platforms, including IBM® Lotus Notes®.

Double the Performance

New performance features in the middleware -- which secures the desktop by increasing security for remote access, local login, email and other applications -- make ActivCard Gold 2.2 on average twice as fast as previous releases. For example, logging in to a Windows network with an ActivCard Gold-enabled smart card takes 50% less time than before, which increases user satisfaction.

New Set Up Features Lower Total Cost of Ownership

ActivCard Gold 2.2 is now fully customizable and configurable, allowing corporations to easily integrate the software into their existing environment and fine-tune the product for administrator`s specific needs and end-user convenience. This reduces the cost of deployments -- which lowers the total cost of ownership (TCO) -- and makes large-scale deployments easier.

ActivCard Gold for CAC 2.2 Launches Today

ActivCard also announced today the launch of ActivCard Gold for CAC 2.2, client software designed exclusively for the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Common Access Card (CAC) program. In October 2002, ActivCard sold its one-millionth license of ActivCard Gold for CAC to the DoD agencies: Army, Navy, Air Force and Marine Corps.

This latest version provides most of the new features of ActivCard Gold 2.2 as well as new user capabilities unique to the DoD. These include a new CAC demographic data viewer and support for the Defense Travel System (DTS) program, which authenticates users and provides travel approvals via digital signature. It also supports the Oberthur CosmopolIC Card, the third card type issued by the DoD.

"New features of ActivCard Gold 2.2 will allow military personnel even greater use of their Common Access Cards, like arranging travel through the Defense Travel System," said Jean-Luc Azou, senior product marketing manager for ActivCard Gold. "The U.S. Navy created a custom `silent` installation of ActivCard Gold 2.2 using the new set up features, which enabled them to push the new version rapidly to Navy personnel workstations on multiple bases without having to manually perform the upgrade."

Key Component of ActivCard Corporate Access Card(TM) Solutions

ActivCard Gold can be either standalone end user client software or a key component of ActivCard Corporate Access Card (CAC) solutions. The Corporate CAC is a modular suite of software products for enterprise identity badge deployments, which enables administrators to manage and update smart card content during and following issuance. ActivCard Gold users can access the ActivCard Identity Management System (AIMS) user portal for self-service functions like card Personal Identification Number (PIN) unlock, card resynchronization and certificate downloads, saving the company money by eliminating help desk costs.

Test ActivCard Gold Free Of Charge

ActivCard is currently offering a free trial of ActivCard Gold 2.2 as part of the Smart VPN promotion running until December 31, 2002. This enables VPN users to install, test and evaluate the benefits of ActivCard Gold 2.2 together with the ActivKey(TM) USB key and with the ActivPack AAA server. For further information please visit: www.activcard.com/smartvpn/index-us.html

About ActivCard

ActivCard, www.activcard.com, is the leader in IDentity Management (IDM) software for remote access, local access and digital identity card solutions. Our scalable IDM and strong authentication solutions are trusted by organizations -- from enterprise to governments around the world. ActivCard IDM systems deliver maximum Return On Identity(TM) (ROI) through increased security, reduced cost, and user convenience. Our product philosophy is to provide a modular design to allow our customers to add capabilities as required, preserving their investment.

The statements in this press release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties, including risks associated with fluctuations in operating results, our history of losses, the concentration of our customer base, our reliance on strategic relationships, acquisitions and managing the Company`s future growth, and other risks identified in the Company`s periodic filings with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission, including but not limited to those appearing under the caption "Risk Factors" in the Company`s annual report on Form 20-F. Actual results, events and performance may differ materially.

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Precise Biometrics and Activcard Field First Biometrics Solution To Be Awarded Key Government Security Certificate
Thursday October 31, 2:45 am ET


LUND, Sweden and FREMONT, Calif., Oct. 31 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Precise Biometrics AB (Stockholm: PREC-A), developer and provider of world- leading and user-friendly biometric security solutions based on fingerprints, and ActivCard® (Nasdaq: ACTI; Nasdaq Europe: ACTI), the leader in IDentity Management (IDM) software, have fielded the world`s first biometrics solution to be awarded the security validation certificate FIPS 140-1 Level 2, issued by the US National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).
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The certified biometrics solution is now available to government agencies and businesses seeking biometric authentication as part of a Java Card-based smart card ID solution. The security validation certificate emphasizes the high level of acceptance and maturity of a technology and proves that it has met the security requirements of the federal agencies. This can become an important competitive advantage within US public procurement contracts, as U.S. government agencies usually require FIPS 140 certification of all suppliers.

The certificate was awarded to Precise Biometrics and ActivCard for a jointly developed Java Card-based smart card solution that contains a stored biometric template of a fingerprint inside a FIPS-certified applet on a smart card. The solution is designed for use in identity badge deployments by governments and enterprise businesses. The fingerprint identification on the card is facilitated by Precise Match-on-Card(TM) technology and allows the owner to securely and conveniently access systems, facilities and information.

ActivCard and Precise Biometrics began working together in 2000 to bring to the market a secure, certified match-on-card biometrics solution compatible with the US Department of Defense (DoD) Common Access Card (CAC) project.

"Combining fingerprint biometrics with smart cards is the preferred solution for validating employee and contractor identities for government agencies seeking enhanced security because it provides nearly unbreakable three-factor authentication, which is the best identity-based security for the money available today," said Ed MacBeth, senior vice president of marketing, ActivCard.

"This is a very good reference for our security solutions, as well as a commercially important milestone, as U.S. federal agencies require certification according to FIPS 140. We now have a very good starting-point for continued sales within prioritized segments in the US market," said Christer Bergman, CEO of Precise Biometrics.

About The Certificate

The validation certificate is issued by NIST, a non-regulatory federal agency within the U.S. Commerce Department`s Technology Administration. NIST`s mission is to develop and promote measurements, standards, and technology to enhance productivity, facilitate trade, and improve the quality of life.

The DoD aims to extend the CAC solution to biometrics for the enhanced security benefits of multi-factor authentication. The CAC is a military ID badge that enables building and site access around the world, photo ID, healthcare privileges, and demographic and entitlement information sharing. The DoD has mandated that all 4.3 million active duty personnel will carry the multi-application smart card-based CAC.

As a result of the certification, it will be much easier for government agencies to adopt a combined biometrics-smart card solution for the protection of sensitive information in computers and telecommunication systems in all security systems based on cryptography.

About The Solution

The security-certified joint solution consists of a cryptographic module jointly developed by ActivCard and Precise Biometrics. The platform is a Schlumberger Cyberflex 32K smart card, with the biometric functionality provided using the Precise BioMatch(TM) Pro Toolkit, which enables fingerprint enrollment and Precise Match-on-Card(TM) technology, allowing on-card verification. ActivCard provides the internal Java Card application framework that ensures a secure implementation of that technology and allows other smart card applications to benefit from on-card biometrics validation.

For sales information, please contact ActivCard at 1-510-574-0100 or Precise Biometrics at 1-703-848-9266.

About Precise Biometrics

Precise Biometrics is an innovative security company that supplies world- leading systems for authentication using fingerprints. The solutions supplied by the company replace keys, PIN codes and passwords. The company`s products are cost effective and provide security and comfort combined with top-class protection of personal integrity. The range of products includes systems for access control to computers and networks and for building into mobile and terminals, such as mobile phones and portable computers. The company headquarters are in Lund, Sweden. The company also has offices in Stockholm and a U.S. subsidiary in Washington, D.C. Precise Biometrics is listed on the O-list of the Stockholm Stock Exchange (symbol: PREC A). For additional information, visit www.precisebiometrics.com

About ActivCard

ActivCard, www.activcard.com, is the leader in IDentity Management (IDM) software for remote access, local access and digital identity card solutions. Our scalable IDM and strong authentication solutions are trusted by organizations - from enterprise to governments around the world. ActivCard IDM systems deliver maximum Return On Identity(TM) (ROI) through increased security, reduced cost, and user convenience. Our product philosophy is to provide a modular design to allow our customers to add capabilities as required, preserving their investment.

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ActivCard Reports Record Third Quarter Revenues
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ActivCard(R) (EUROPE: ACTI) , the leader in IDentity Management (IDM) software, today reported
financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2002.

In the third quarter of fiscal 2002, ActivCard reported its third sequential quarterly revenue increase, achieving
record revenues of $12.0 million, an increase of 25% over the $9.6 million reported in the second quarter of
2002. Third quarter 2002 revenues were also 36% higher than third quarter revenues in the comparable
quarter a year ago.

Pro forma net loss for the quarter was $1.2 million, or $0.03 per diluted share, compared to pro forma net
loss of $3.0 million or $0.07 per diluted share in the second quarter of 2002 and $2.5 million, or $0.06 per
diluted share, in the third quarter of 2001. Pro forma net loss for the quarter excludes acquisition-related
charges, re-incorporation costs, deferred stock compensation, restructuring charges, foreign exchange gains
and losses, and the loss from discontinued operations. Actual GAAP net loss for the quarter was $2.9 million,
or $0.07 per diluted share, compared to a net loss of $4.7 million, or $0.11 per diluted share, in the second
quarter of 2002 and $3.8 million or $0.10 per diluted share in the third quarter of 2001.

"We are very pleased with the record revenues we achieved in the third quarter and our continued focus on
expense controls has improved the bottom line," commented ActivCard Chief Executive Officer Steven
Humphreys. "We are well on our way to achieving our previously stated objectives of 30-35% year-over-year
revenue growth and cash flow breakeven from continuing operations in the fourth quarter.

Third Quarter 2002 Highlights Highlights of the third quarter of 2002 included: -- Announced Microsoft(R)
Corporation as a customer for ActivCard Identity Management Software(TM) (AIMS) and digital ID badge
solutions. Microsoft has issued 25,000 corporate ID badges to its employees to date. The companies also are
planning joint marketing of security solutions built around ActivCard software and Microsoft``s Active
Directory(TM) and the Windows(R) .NET architecture. -- Won significant new business with a new U.S.
Department of Defense (DoD) agency customer and expanded deployments with six other existing agency
customers within the U.S. DoD. -- Chosen by Northrop Grumman to fulfill its digital identity software
procurement needs through NASA``s Scientific and Engineering Workstation Procurement III (SEWP)
contract. -- Announced our new Corporate Access Card(TM) (CAC) solution, a modular suite of software
and hardware products for enterprise identity badge deployments, using proven technology initially developed
for the U.S. DoD. -- Won a major Japanese automobile manufacturer customer and deployed 26,000
Corporate Access Cards to its employees with another 20,000 planned in the near future. -- Won additional
business with Hewlett-Packard as HP expanded its deployment of our Corporate Access Card (CAC)
solution placing new orders for ActivCard IDM products and services. -- Commended by the U.S. Defense
Manpower Data Center as it issued their one millionth Common Access Card using the ActivCard IDM
solution designed specifically for the DoD Common Access Card program. -- Launched the AIMS product
line, a web-based smart card provisioning and management system based on industry standards. Recognized
first customer revenue from AIMS during the quarter and initiated five pilots, of which four are enterprise and
one is government. -- Announced the availability of ActivPack(TM) 5.1, our AAA authentication server and
remote access solution, which is the first to directly connect into LDAP enterprise directories. -- Filed Form
S-4 with the SEC for the purpose of re-incorporating our listed company from the Republic of France to the
United States.

Mr. Humphreys added, "We were successful delivering our IDM solutions to new government and enterprise
customers worldwide and several of our existing customers within the DoD expanded deployments in the third
quarter. We also brought three new products and solutions to market targeted at the enterprise segment and
sharpened our focus on digital ID cards, remote access and local access in our solution offering. We believe
we are well positioned to continue to increase market share, increase revenue and drive to profitability."

Fourth Quarter and 2002 Outlook

In the fourth quarter, we expect revenues to range between $12.0 million and $13.0 million. Pro forma net
loss per share is expected to range between $0.00 and $0.03. Actual GAAP net loss for the fourth quarter is
expected to range between $0.07 and $0.11 per share, which will reflect incremental costs related to our
re-incorporation of the Company in the United States. We reiterate our earlier guidance of 30-35%
year-over-year revenue growth and cash flow break-even from continuing operations in the fourth quarter of
2002.

ActivCard will hold a conference call at 11 a.m. EST on November 4, 2002, featuring Mr. Humphreys and
Chief Financial Officer Blair Geddes, to discuss these third quarter results. A live Webcast of this conference
call will be available on the Investor page of our Website at http://www.activcard.com/ for 20 days. Webcast
participants should register approximately 15 minutes before the event to download and install any necessary
software. A replay of the Webcast will be available on the Website``s investor page for 20 days after the call.

About ActivCard, Inc.

ActivCard, http://www.activcard.com/, is the leader in IDentity Management (IDM) software for remote
access, local access and digital identity card solutions. Our scalable IDM and strong authentication solutions
are trusted by organizations -- from enterprise to governments around the world. ActivCard IDM systems
deliver maximum Return On Identity(TM) (ROI) through increased security, reduced cost, and user
convenience. The modular product design allows our customers to add capabilities as required, preserving
their investment.

The statements in this press release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements that involve
risks and uncertainties, including risks associated with fluctuations in operating results, our history of losses, the
concentration of our customer base, our reliance on strategic relationships, acquisitions and managing the
Company``s future growth, and other risks identified in the Company``s periodic filings with the United States
Securities and Exchange Commission, including but not limited to those appearing under the caption "Risk
Factors" in the Company``s annual report on Form 20-F. Actual results, events and performance may differ
materially. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which
speak only as of the date hereof. ActivCard disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any
forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

ActivCard, S.A. Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations (U.S. GAAP) (In thousands
of US dollars, except per share data) For the three For the nine months ended months ended September 30,
September 30, 2002 2001 2002 2001 Revenues $11,983 $8,803 $29,755 $24,417 Cost of revenues 3,850
2,188 9,364 7,486 Gross margin 8,133 6,615 20,391 16,931 Operating expenses Selling and marketing
4,761 5,757 15,131 17,834 General and administrative 1,179 1,103 3,135 3,136 Research and development
4,777 4,894 14,683 12,738 Other charges 1,476 78 10,955 5,042 12,193 11,832 43,904 38,750 Loss
from operations (4,060) (5,217) (23,513) (21,819) Interest and other income 1,434 2,633 4,045 11,590
Foreign exchange (loss) gain (107) (1,166) (186) 3,442 Loss from continuing operations before income taxes
(2,733) (3,750) (19,654) (6,787) Income taxes -- -- (69) (1) Loss from continuing operations (2,733)
(3,750) (19,723) (6,788) Loss from discontinued operations (214) (74) (16,541) (74) Net loss $(2,947)
$(3,824) $(36,264) $(6,862) Net loss per common share: Basic and diluted $(0.07) $(0.10) $(0.88) $(0.17)
Weighted average number of common shares: Basic and diluted 41,439 40,165 41,080 39,997 Other
charges consist of: Amortization of intangibles related to acquisitions $498 $197 $1,589 $197 Amortization of
deferred compensation related to acquisitions 115 166 322 166 Acquired in process research and
development -- 300 68 401 Acquisition termination charges -- (480) -- 3,301 Amortization of deferred
compensation related to options and warrants granted 237 -- 731 -- Restructuring and business realignment
expenses 133 -- 7,752 -- Re-incorporation expenses 493 -- 493 -- Compensation paid to departing C.E.O.
-- (105) -- 776 Settlement of litigation -- -- -- 201 Total other charges $1,476 $78 $10,955 $5,042
ActivCard, S.A. Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (U.S. GAAP) (In thousands of US
dollars) Sept. 30, Dec. 31, 2002 2001 ASSETS Current assets Cash and equivalents $148,948 $248,444
Short term investments 94,813 -- Accounts receivable 9,213 8,314 Inventory 3,813 3,917 Loan to officer
2,789 2,718 Other receivables 1,472 2,647 Assets held for sale 339 15,870 Other current assets 2,267
1,975 Total current assets 263,654 283,885 Restricted investments 282 241 Property and equipment 7,553
8,868 Goodwill 10,600 8,704 Other intangibles 7,895 8,693 Other assets 1,415 1,057 Total assets
$291,399 $311,448 LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS`` EQUITY Current liabilities Accounts payable
and accrued liabilities $9,825 $10,103 Restructuring and business realignment accruals 4,753 -- Deferred
revenue 3,190 2,231 Liabilities held for sale 338 827 Current portion of long term liabilities 52 102 Total
current liabilities 18,158 13,263 Long-term liabilities 465 625 Shareholders`` equity Common shares and
paid-in capital 398,799 393,914 Accumulated deficit (106,540) (70,276) Accumulated other comprehensive
loss (16,070) (20,637) Deferred stock compensation (3,413) (5,441) Total shareholders`` equity 272,776
297,560 Total liabilities and shareholders`` equity $291,399 $311,448 ActivCard, S.A. Unaudited
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (U.S. GAAP) (In thousands of US dollars) For the three
For the nine months ended months ended Sept. 30, Sept. 30, 2002 2002 Operating activities Net loss from
continuing operations $(2,733) $(19,723) Adjustments to reconcile net loss from continuing operations to net
cash used in continuing operations: Depreciation and amortization 867 2,605 Amortization of intangible assets
498 1,635 In process research and development -- 68 Amortization of deferred compensation 352 1,053
Restructuring and business realignment costs -- 1,054 Other non-cash items, net 128 232 Increase (decrease)
in cash, net of effects of business combinations, from: Accounts receivable (3,133) (685) Inventory 446 461
Other receivables (405) (395) Other current assets 321 (447) Accounts payable and accrued liabilities 2,362
(1,399) Restructuring and business realignment accruals (332) 4,637 Deferred revenue 1,332 1,019 Net cash
used in continuing operations (297) (9,885) Net cash used in discontinued operations (498) (1,291) Net cash
used in operating activities (795) (11,176) Investing activities Business acquisitions, net of cash received --
606 Purchases of property and equipment (214) (1,162) Loan to officer (23) (67) Purchases of short term
investments (52,108) (173,159) Proceeds from sales and maturities of short term investments 51,505 78,405
Investments in other long term assets 102 13 Net cash used in investing activities (738) (95,364) Financing
activities Proceeds from exercise of options, rights and warrants 477 5,172 Increase in long term liabilities 43
43 Repayment of long term liabilities -- (160) Net cash provided by financing activities 520 5,055 Effect of
exchange rate changes on cash and equivalents (233) 1,989 Net decrease in cash and equivalents (1,246)
(99,496) Cash and equivalents, beginning of period 150,194 248,444 Cash and equivalents, end of period
$148,948 $148,948 ActivCard, S.A. Unaudited Pro Forma Condensed Consolidated Statements of
Operations (In thousands of US dollars, except per share data) ActivCard is providing the following pro
forma information as a supplement to financial information presented in accordance with accounting principles
generally accepted in the United States or U.S. GAAP. The pro forma information set forth below is not in
accordance with nor is it an alternative to U.S. GAAP. The pro forma information reflects additional
information that Management uses to evaluate our financial performance. For the three For the nine months
ended months ended September 30, September 30, 2002 2001 2002 2001 Revenues $11,983 $8,803
$29,755 $24,417 Cost of revenues 3,850 2,188 9,364 7,486 Gross margin 8,133 6,615 20,391 16,931
Operating expenses Selling and marketing 4,761 5,757 15,131 17,834 General and administrative 1,179
1,103 3,135 3,136 Research and development 4,777 4,894 14,683 12,738 10,717 11,754 32,949 33,708
Pro forma loss from operations (2,584) (5,139) (12,558) (16,777) Interest and other income 1,434 2,633
4,045 11,590 Income taxes -- -- (69) (1) Pro forma net loss $(1,150) $(2,506) $(8,582) $(5,188) Pro
forma net loss per common share: Basic and diluted $(0.03) $(0.06) $(0.21) $(0.13) Weighted average
number of common shares: Basic and diluted 41,439 40,165 41,080 39,997 Reconciliation of pro forma net
loss to U.S. GAAP net loss: Pro forma net loss $(1,150) $(2,506) $(8,582) $(5,188) Add back items
excluded from the derivation of pro forma net loss: Operating expenses Acquisition-related charges 613 183
1,979 4,065 Amortization of deferred compensation related to options and warrants granted 237 -- 731 --
Restructuring and business realignment expenses 133 -- 7,752 -- Re-incorporation expenses 493 -- 493
Compensation paid to departing C.E.O. -- (105) -- 776 Settlement of litigation -- -- -- 201 Total excluded
from operating expenses 1,476 78 10,955 5,042 Foreign exchange loss (gain) 107 1,166 186 (3,442) Loss
from discontinued operations 214 74 16,541 74 Total pro forma adjustments 1,797 1,318 27,682 1,674
U.S. GAAP net loss $(2,947) $(3,824) $(36,264) $(6,862)

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ActivCard and Entrust Collaborate to Provide High Performance Smart Card Solutions
Tuesday November 19, 2:45 am ET
New Solutions Feature Tight Integration of Entrust Authority(TM) Security Manager 6.0 and Entrust Entelligence(TM) 6.0 With ActivCard Gold(TM) 2.2 Client Software


WASHINGTON, Nov. 19 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- ActivCard® (Nasdaq: ACTI; Nasdaq Europe: ACTI), the leader in IDentity Management (IDM) software, announced today at the CardTech/SecurTech ID 2002 tradeshow that it has signed an Entrust Developer Program agreement to deliver high-performance solutions for usage and management of Entrust (Nasdaq: ENTU - News) digital identities (IDs) on a multi-application smart card.
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ActivCard has achieved the Entrust Ready(TM) designation for ActivCard Gold 2.2, an authentication and digital signature solution for multi-application smart cards, which last week won the award for best IT security application at the Cartes 2002 trade show in Paris, France.

"ActivCard has been working with Entrust since 1999, and with the Entrust Ready designation for our ActivCard Gold 2.2 middleware, we field a high performance FIPS-certified smart card solution for Entrust customers," said Ed MacBeth, senior vice president of marketing, ActivCard.

"In today`s business environment, both government and commercial enterprises require value-added solutions for customers that provide enhanced security," said Ian Curry, vice president and chief marketing officer, Entrust, Inc. "The ActivCard and Entrust relationship provides a means for organizations to identify on-line users, secure access to critical corporate resources, and enhance data integrity and confidentiality."

Sign-On to Entrust® Entelligence Leverages Biometrics for Strong Authentication

ActivCard Trinity(TM) will soon provide strong multi-factor authentication to Entrust digital IDs stored on a user`s PC or smart card. A single authentication to Trinity will enable the user to sign-on to the desktop operating system, Entrust Entelligence desktop solutions 6.1, other Entrust Ready applications, the network operating system and many other enterprise applications. Additionally, Trinity`s biometric capabilities can enhance the security of the authentication process through the use of fingerprint biometrics in addition to a smart card, one-time password token, password, or a combination of these methods.

Securing the Desktop With Entrust Internet Security Solutions and ActivCard Smart Card Client Software

The integration of Entrust Authority Security Manager 6.0 and Entrust Entelligence 6.1 with the ActivCard Gold client -- a leading smart card client software application with 1.5 million licenses sold to date -- provides government and businesses with a strong, flexible and easy-to-use authentication solution using smart cards.

The combined products deliver a secure desktop solution that allows end-users who have their digital ID stored on a smart card supported by ActivCard Gold, to sign and/or encrypt both files and e-mails with Entrust Entelligence. Both administrators and end-users can benefit from the automated, transparent certificate renewal and security management features provided through Entrust security management capabilities.

Leadership in High Performance and High Volume Card Deployment

ActivCard Identity Management System(TM) (AIMS) also delivers a complete solution to issue, use and manage digital IDs on smart IDs. ActivCard is completing integration with Entrust Authority Enrollment Server for Smart Cards for the AIMS card issuance and management system. In conjunction with the Entrust Authority Enrollment Server for Smart Cards, the AIMS system delivers high volume deployment and manageability capabilities that enable organizations to more easily scale to millions of Entrust users. This is a significant development for service providers, large enterprise customers and government agencies that must issue tens of thousands of smart ID cards every day that contain public-key infrastructure (PKI) based digital IDs.

Entrust and ActivCard are also working together on high volume and high performance issuance and management of Entrust digital IDs via ActivCard`s Corporate Access Card Solution Suites for Sun(TM) Solaris(TM) and Microsoft® Windows®, which were announced by ActivCard last week at Cartes 2002. The ActivCard CAC Solution Suites include ActivCard Gold, AIMS, hardware, software and services that companies need to more easily issue and manage multi-function `smart` identification (ID) badges that enhance network security while reducing IT help desk costs and increasing employee productivity.

Extending Security for Web Transactions

The integration of ActivCard Gold with the Entrust TruePass software will enable organizations to extend security beyond the desktop to Web-based transactions, delivering strong identification to Web portals. A key component of the Entrust Secure Web Portal Solution, Entrust TruePass also provides verifiable transactions through digital signatures, as well as industry-leading data protection and privacy capabilities.

About ActivCard Gold

With more than 1.5 million copies sold, ActivCard Gold is the most deployed smart card client software on the market. ActivCard Gold supports more applications, smart cards, readers, PKI certificate authorities and operating environments than any other smart card middleware. ActivCard Gold can be either standalone end user client software, or a key component of ActivCard`s Corporate Access Card (CAC) Solution Suite. The CAC is a modular suite of software products for enterprise identity badge deployments, which enables administrators to issue, manage and update smart card content and applications.

About ActivCard

ActivCard, www.activcard.com, is the leader in IDentity Management (IDM) software for remote access, local access and digital identity card solutions. Our scalable IDM and strong authentication solutions are trusted by organizations -- from enterprise to governments around the world. ActivCard IDM systems deliver maximum Return On Identity(TM) (ROI) through increased security, reduced cost, and user convenience. Our product philosophy is to provide a modular design to allow our customers to add capabilities as required, preserving their investment.

NOTE: ActivCard is a registered trademark and ActivCard Gold, Corporate Access Card, Trinity and ActivCard Identity Management System (AIMS) are trademarks of ActivCard in the United States and/or other countries. All other trademarks, service marks, service names, and images mentioned and/or used herein belong to their respective owners.

The statements in this press release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties, including risks associated with fluctuations in operating results, our history of losses, the concentration of our customer base, our reliance on strategic relationships, acquisitions and managing the Company`s future growth, and other risks identified in the Company`s periodic filings with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission, including but not limited to those appearing under the caption "Risk Factors" in the Company`s annual report on Form 20-F. Actual results, events and performance may differ materially.

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ActivCard Announces Launch of Exchange Offer to Effect Reincorporation
Monday January 6, 2:45 am ET

FREMONT, Calif. and SURESNES, France, Jan. 6 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- ActivCard S.A. (Nasdaq: ACTI; Nasdaq Europe: ACTI) and ActivCard Corp. today announced that ActivCard Corp. has launched its registered public exchange offer for the purpose of changing the domicile of the publicly listed company of the ActivCard® group of companies, currently ActivCard S.A., to the state of Delaware in the United States.

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In the exchange offer, the holders of ActivCard S.A. securities are being asked to tender each ActivCard S.A. common share and each ActivCard S.A. American depositary share ("ADS") they hold for one share of ActivCard Corp. common stock.

The exchange offer expires at 12:00 midnight, New York City time, on February 3, 2003. There are a number of conditions to the exchange offer, including at least 80% in the aggregate, of the outstanding ActivCard S.A. common shares and ADSs be validly tendered. If the exchange offer is completed, the ActivCard Corp. common stock will be listed on Nasdaq National Market and Nasdaq Europe under the symbol "ACTI", replacing the ActivCard S.A. ADSs and common shares.

"We are very pleased to launch the exchange offer as we believe that a change of domicile to the United States will be advantageous to our business and our operations, as well as to our shareholders," commented ActivCard Chief Executive Officer Steven Humphreys.

Copies of the exchange offer prospectus and related materials are being sent to each person named on the ActivCard S.A. security holder list. Other holders of ActivCard S.A. securities should be receiving information from their banks and financial institutions. In addition, holders of ActivCard S.A. securities may obtain information and copies of the exchange offer materials from the information agent, Innisfree M&A Incorporated at the following numbers: in the U.S. and Canada, call toll-free at 1-877-750-5836; in the European Union, call toll-free at 00-800-7710-9970; banks, brokers and others, call collect at 212-750-5833.

About ActivCard

ActivCard, www.activcard.com, is the leader in IDentity Management (IDM) software for remote access, single sign-on and digital ID card solutions. Our scalable IDM and strong authentication solutions are trusted by organizations -- from enterprise to governments around the world. ActivCard IDM systems deliver maximum Return On Identity(TM) (ROI) through increased security, reduced cost, and user convenience. The modular product design allows our customers to add capabilities as required, preserving their investment.

The statements in this press release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties, including risks related to the exchange offer identified in the registration statement on Form S-4 (file no. 333-100067) filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC"). Actual results, events and performances may differ materially. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof. ActivCard disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

NOTE: ActivCard is a registered trademark and ActivCard Return on Identity is a trademark of ActivCard in the United States and/or other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners in the United States and/or other countries.

Additional Information

We have filed a registration statement, including a prospectus, and other related documents in connection with the exchange offer. We urge investors to read these documents because they contain important information applicable to ActivCard, the exchange offer and related matters. Investors will be able to obtain any documents filed with the SEC relating to the transaction free of charge from the SEC`s website at www.sec.gov.

This communication shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy securities, nor shall there be any sale of securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful under the securities laws of such jurisdiction.


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FREMONT, Calif., Jan. 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- ActivCard(R) (EUROPE: ACTI) , the leader in IDentity Management (IDM) software for remote access, single sign-on and digital ID card solutions, today announced calendar dates for release of its financial results and annual shareholders meeting during 2003. A live web cast will be available on the ActivCard website investor page during the earnings results conference calls and will be archived for 20 days.

* Fourth quarter and year-end summary 2002 earnings are expected to be announced Monday, February 10, 2003 at 8:00 a.m. PST (11:00 a.m. EST, 4:00 p.m. GMT) * First quarter 2003 earnings results are expected to be announced Wednesday, April 30, 2003 at 8:00 a.m. PDT (11:00 a.m. EDT, 5:00 p.m. GMT) * Second quarter 2003 earnings results are expected to be announced Thursday, July 31, 2003 at 8:00 a.m. PDT (11:00 a.m. EDT, 5:00 p.m. GMT) * Third quarter 2003 earnings results are expected to be announced Thursday, October 30, 2003 at 8:00 a.m. PST (11:00 a.m. EST, 4:00 p.m. GMT)

ActivCard also announced that an Annual General Meeting of Shareholders is expected to be held on May 24, 2003.

About ActivCard

ActivCard, http://www.activcard.com/, is the leader in IDentity Management (IDM) software for remote access, single sign-on and digital ID card solutions. Our scalable IDM and strong authentication solutions are trusted by organizations -- from enterprise to governments around the world. ActivCard IDM systems deliver maximum Return On Identity(TM) (ROI) through increased security, reduced cost, and user convenience. The modular product design allows our customers to add capabilities as required, preserving their investment.

The statements in this press release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties, including risks associated with fluctuations in operating results, our history of losses, the concentration of our customer base, our reliance on strategic relationships, acquisitions and managing the Company``s future growth, and other risks identified in the Company``s periodic filings with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission, including but not limited to those appearing under the caption "Risk Factors" in the Company``s annual report on Form 20-F. Actual results, events and performance may differ materially.

ActivCard is a registered trademark of ActivCard in the United States and/or other countries.

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Press Release Source: ActivCard

ActivCard Announces Final Results of Exchange Offer for Reincorporation
Friday February 7, 2:45 am ET

FREMONT, Calif. and SURESNES, France, Feb. 7 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- On February 4, 2003, ActivCard Corp. (Nasdaq: ACTI; Nasdaq Europe: ACTI) and ActivCard S.A. announced the expiration and closing of ActivCard Corp.`s registered exchange offer for all of the outstanding common shares and American depositary shares ("ADSs") of ActivCard S.A. The exchange agents have advised ActivCard Corp. that 24,409,937 common shares and 15,417,729 ADSs were tendered and not withdrawn in the exchange offer prior to its expiration, which constitutes 94.8% of the outstanding securities of ActivCard S.A.

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ActivCard Corp. launched the exchange offer for the purpose of changing the domicile of the publicly listed company of the ActivCard group of companies to the state of Delaware in the United States. The ActivCard Corp. common stock is listed on the Nasdaq National Market and Nasdaq Europe under the symbol "ACTI," replacing the ActivCard S.A. ADSs and common shares. The ActivCard Corp. common stock will temporarily trade on the Nasdaq National Market under the symbol "ACTID" for a period of up to 20 trading days.

About ActivCard

ActivCard, www.activcard.com, is the leader in IDentity Management (IDM) software for remote access, secure sign-on and digital ID card solutions. Our scalable IDM and strong authentication solutions are trusted by organizations -- from enterprise to governments around the world. ActivCard IDM systems deliver maximum Return On Identity(TM) (ROI) through increased security, reduced cost, and user convenience. The modular product design allows our customers to add capabilities as required, preserving their investment.

The statements in this press release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties, including risks related to the exchange offer identified in the registration statement on Form S-4 (file no. 333-100067) filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Actual results, events and performances may differ materially. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof. ActivCard disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

NOTE: ActivCard is a registered trademark and ActivCard Return on Identity is a trademark of ActivCard in the United States and/or other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners in the United States and/or other countries.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

We have filed a registration statement, including a prospectus, a Schedule TO and other related documents in connection with the exchange offer with the Securities and Exchange Commission. We urge investors to read these documents because they contain important information applicable to ActivCard, the exchange offer and related matters. Investors will be able to obtain any documents filed with the SEC relating to the transaction free of charge from the SEC`s website at www.sec.gov.

In addition, holders of ActivCard S.A. securities may obtain information and copies of the exchange offer materials from the information agent, Innisfree M&A Incorporated at the following numbers:

* in the U.S. and Canada, call toll-free at 1-877-750-5836;
* in the European Union, call toll-free at 00-800-7710-9970;
* banks, brokers and others, call collect at 212-750-5833.

This communication shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy securities, nor shall there be any sale of securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful under the securities laws of such jurisdiction.


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ActivCard Announces Fourth Quarter 2002 Revenues
Monday February 10, 2:45 am ET
Achieves 34% Year-over-Year Revenue Growth in 2002 and Positive Cash Flow from Continuing Operations in Fourth Quarter


FREMONT, Calif., Feb. 10 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- ActivCard® (Nasdaq: ACTID; Nasdaq Europe: ACTI), the leader in IDentity Management (IDM) software for remote access, secure sign-on and digital ID card solutions, today reported financial results for the year and quarter ended December 31, 2002.
Revenues for the year ended December 31, 2002 increased 34% to $41.8 million compared to $31.2 million for the year ended December 31, 2001. In the fourth quarter of 2002, ActivCard reported its fourth consecutive quarterly revenue increase, achieving revenues of $12.1 million, an increase of 79% over the $6.8 million reported in the fourth quarter of 2001 and 1% higher than the third quarter of 2002.

Net loss, in accordance with U.S. GAAP, for the year ended December 31, 2002 was $45.5 million, or $1.10 per diluted share, compared to $16.7 million, or $0.42 per diluted share, for the year ended December 31, 2001. The results for 2002 include a write-down of other intangible assets of $5.1 million, restructuring charges of $8.6 million and a loss from discontinued operations of $16.8 million. Net loss, in accordance with U.S. GAAP, for the fourth quarter of 2002 was $9.2 million, or $0.22 per diluted share, compared to a net loss of $9.8 million, or $0.24 per diluted share, in the fourth quarter of 2001 and $2.9 million, or $0.07 per diluted share, in the third quarter of 2002. Pro forma net loss for the fourth quarter of 2002 was $1.4 million, or $0.03 per diluted share, compared to a pro forma net loss of $6.2 million, or $0.16 per diluted share, in the fourth quarter of 2001 and $1.2 million, or $0.03 per diluted share, in the third quarter of 2002. Pro forma net loss for the quarter excludes acquisition-related charges, re-incorporation costs, deferred stock compensation charges, restructuring charges, foreign exchange gains and losses, and the loss from discontinued operations.

"We are very pleased with the revenues we achieved in the fourth quarter and our 2002 growth rate of 34% is at the high end of the objectives and guidance we provided at the beginning of 2002," commented ActivCard Chief Executive Officer Steven Humphreys. "We established a leadership position in the U.S. government during the year, which drove our revenue to record levels. We believe our recently completed re-incorporation as a U.S. company will position us well for further growth in U.S. government markets in the coming years."

2002 Highlights
-- Announced Microsoft(R) Corporation as a customer for AIMS and
digital ID badge solutions for all of its employees.
-- Chosen by Northrop Grumman as a sub-contractor for digital identity
management software through NASA`s Scientific and Engineering
Workstation Procurement III (SEWP) contract.
-- Licensed over 1.4 million copies of ActivCard Gold, our smart card
client software, to the Defense Manpower Data Center for the Common
Access Card deployments.
-- Won new contracts with seven DoD agencies, DMDC, and six U.S.
federal government civilian agencies and expanded business with
existing U.S. government customers.
-- Signed new resellers in Europe and the U.S. including VeriSign,
Allasso France, Envoy Data, World Wide Technology, and Latam
Compuser Corporation.
-- Launched the AIMS(TM) product line, a commercialized version of the
card issuance and management technology originally developed for the
U.S. DoD.
-- Launched significant upgrades to existing products, including
ActivPack(TM) 5.1, our AAA authentication server and remote access
solution, and ActivCard Gold(TM), our client middleware software for
smart cards and tokens; deepened our biometric certifications
winning FIPS 140-1 Level 2 certification from the U.S. government
and expanded our OEM relationship with Precise Biometrics.


Mr. Humphreys added, "2002 was a milestone year for ActivCard, where we achieved record revenues, significantly cut operating expenses, introduced new product lines and enhanced product integration capabilities, deepened our channel and captured significant market share from our competitors. We succeeded in winning major deployments in the U.S. government and, despite the struggling economy, achieved record gains in our enterprise business, in both the U.S. and Asia. We also continued to expand our software business in Europe. We generated positive cash flow from continuing operations in the fourth quarter of 2002 and are approaching break-even on a pro forma basis."

Fourth Quarter 2002 Highlights
Highlights of the fourth quarter of 2002 included:
Won new business with three new U.S. Department of Defense (DoD)
agencies for ActivCard Gold; won new business for our ActivCard

Identity Management System (AIMS) with a U.S. federal government

civilian agency; expanded business with the Defense Manpower Data

Center; expanded existing deployments with four DoD agency

customers; and expanded existing deployments with four U.S.

government civilian agencies.

Grew our Asia-Pacific business, including a new agreement with a leading Japanese service provider, to sell ActivCard IDM services as part of a value-added solution to its customers.
Signed OEM agreements with two U.S. enterprise businesses: one with a leading personal computer (PC) provider to the U.S. government, to pre-install ActivCard Gold(TM) for CAC software with its new PCs for distribution to government departments; the other with a multimedia storage manufacturer, authorizing them to distribute ActivCard interfacing software for implementation of custom smart card terminal applications.
Signed three new enterprise customers, two of which purchased our AIMS enterprise edition software for the issuance and management of smart card ID badge deployments; expanded existing deployments of ActivCard IDM software with two enterprise customers.
Expanded existing business with Inovant - VISA, who added AIMS to their current deployment of ActivCard IDM solutions; expanded existing business with Hewlett-Packard (HP), as the company placed new orders for ActivCard Corporate Access Card products and services.
Q1 `03 Outlook

In the first quarter, we expect revenues to range between $12.0 million and $12.5 million. Net loss, in accordance with U.S. GAAP, for the first quarter of 2003 is expected to range between $0.05 and $0.08 per diluted share, which will include incremental costs related to the re-incorporation of the Company in the United States. The Company will not provide pro forma guidance beyond the fourth quarter 2002 results.

On February 4, 2003, ActivCard Corp. (Nasdaq: ACTI; Nasdaq Europe: ACTI) and ActivCard S.A. announced the expiration and closing of ActivCard Corp.`s registered exchange offer for all of the outstanding common shares and American depositary shares ("ADSs") of ActivCard S.A. The exchange agents have advised ActivCard Corp. that 24,409,937 common shares and 15,417,729 ADSs were tendered and not withdrawn in the exchange offer prior to its expiration, which constitutes 94.8% of the outstanding securities of ActivCard S.A. ActivCard Corp. launched the exchange offer for the purpose of changing the domicile of the publicly listed company of the ActivCard group of companies to the state of Delaware in the United States. The ActivCard Corp. common stock is listed on the Nasdaq National Market and Nasdaq Europe under the symbol "ACTI", replacing the ActivCard S.A. ADSs and common shares. The ActivCard Corp. common stock will temporarily trade on the Nasdaq National Market under the symbol "ACTID" for a period of up to 20 trading days.

ActivCard will hold a conference call at 11 a.m. EST on Monday, February 10, 2003, featuring Mr. Humphreys and Chief Financial Officer Mr. Blair Geddes, to discuss these fourth quarter and 2002 results. A live Webcast of this conference call will be available on the Investor page of our Website at http://www.activcard.com/company/ir_home.html?m=3 for 20 days. Webcast participants should register approximately 15 minutes before the event to download and install any necessary software. A replay of the Webcast will be available on the Website`s investor page for 20 days after the call.

About ActivCard

ActivCard, www.activcard.com, is the leader in IDentity Management (IDM) software for remote access, secure sign-on and digital identity card solutions. Our scalable IDM and strong authentication solutions are trusted by organizations -- from enterprise to governments around the world. ActivCard IDM systems deliver maximum Return On Identity(TM) (ROI) through increased security, reduced cost, and user convenience. The modular product design allows our customers to add capabilities as required, preserving their investment.

The statements in this press release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties, including risks associated with fluctuations in operating results, our history of losses, the concentration of our customer base, our reliance on strategic relationships, acquisitions and managing our future growth, and other risks identified in our periodic filings with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission, including but not limited to those appearing under the caption "Risk Factors" in our Registration Statement on Form S-4 dated September 25, 2002 as amended. Actual results, events and performance may differ materially. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof. ActivCard disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

ActivCard
Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations (U.S. GAAP)
(In thousands of US dollars, except per share data)

For the three months ended, For the year ended
December 31, December 31
2002 2001 2002 2001

Revenues $12,085 $6,759 $41,840 $31,176
Cost of revenues 4,088 2,092 13,452 9,578
Gross margin 7,997 4,667 28,388 21,598

Operating expenses
Selling and marketing 4,808 5,790 19,939 23,624
General and administrative 1,045 1,210 4,180 4,346
Research and development 4,744 5,489 19,427 18,227
Amortization of goodwill
and other intangibles 484 577 2,073 774
Write-off of
other intangibles 5,090 -- 5,090 --
Other charges 1,643 2,719 11,009 7,564
17,814 15,785 61,718 54,535

Loss from operations (9,817) (11,118) (33,330) (32,937)

Interest and other income 1,153 1,598 5,198 13,188
Foreign exchange (loss) gain (272) 49 (458) 3,491

Loss from continuing operations
before income taxes (8,936) (9,471) (28,590) (16,258)

Income taxes -- (21) (69) (22)

Loss from
continuing operations (8,936) (9,492) (28,659) (16,280)

Loss from
discontinued operations (293) (355) (16,834) (429)

Net loss $(9,229) $(9,847) $(45,493) $(16,709)

Basic and diluted loss per common share:
From continuing operations $(0.21) $(0.23) $(0.69) $(0.41)
From discontinued operations (0.01) (0.01) (0.41) (0.01)
$(0.22) $(0.24) $(1.10) $(0.42)

Weighted average number of common shares:
Basic and diluted 41,605 40,255 41,212 40,062

Other charges consist of:
Amortization of deferred
compensation related
to acquisitions $65 $173 $387 $339
Acquired in process
research and development -- 2,300 68 2,701
Acquisition termination charges -- (152) -- 3,149
Amortization of deferred
compensation related to
options and warrants granted 236 446 967 446
Restructuring and business
realignment expenses 834 -- 8,586 --
Re-incorporation expenses 508 -- 1,001 --
Compensation paid
to departing C.E.O. -- (48) -- 728
Settlement of litigation -- -- -- 201
Total other charges $1,643 $2,719 $11,009 $7,564


ActivCard
Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (U.S. GAAP)
(In thousands of US dollars)

December 31, December 31,
2002 2001

ASSETS
Current assets
Cash and equivalents $158,880 $248,444
Short term investments 89,502 --
Accounts receivable 9,192 8,314
Inventory 3,308 3,917
Loan to officer -- 2,718
Other receivables 1,579 2,647
Assets held for sale 262 15,870
Other current assets 2,139 1,975
Total current assets 264,862 283,885

Restricted investments 432 241
Property and equipment 7,313 8,868
Goodwill 10,600 8,704
Other intangibles 2,311 8,693
Other assets 874 1,057

Total assets $286,392 $311,448

Liabilities and Shareholders` Equity
Current liabilities
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities $10,493 $10,103
Restructuring and
business realignment accruals 5,296 --
Deferred revenue 3,997 2,231
Liabilities held for sale 250 827
Current portion of long term liabilities 22 102
Total current liabilities 20,058 13,263

Long-term liabilities 525 625

Shareholders` equity
Common shares and paid-in capital 399,517 393,914
Accumulated deficit (115,769) (70,276)
Accumulated other comprehensive loss (14,817) (20,637)
Deferred stock compensation (3,122) (5,441)
Total shareholders` equity 265,809 297,560

Total liabilities and shareholders` equity $286,392 $311,448


ActivCard
Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (U.S. GAAP)
(In thousands of US dollars)

For the For the
three months ended year ended
Dec. 31, 2002 Dec. 31, 2002

Operating activities
Net loss from continuing operations $(8,936) $(28,659)
Adjustments to reconcile net loss
from continuing operations to net cash
provided by (used in) continuing operations:
Depreciation and amortization 898 3,503
Amortization of other intangible assets 484 2,119
Write-off of other intangible assets 5,090 5,090
In process research and development -- 68
Amortization of deferred compensation 301 1,354
Restructuring and business realignment costs 65 1,119
Other non-cash items, net 151 383
Increase (decrease) in cash,
net of effects of business combinations, from:
Accounts receivable 135 (550)
Inventory 685 1,146
Other receivables (79) (474)
Other current assets 367 (80)
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities 413 (986)
Restructuring and business realignment accruals 534 5,171
Deferred revenue 774 1,793
Net cash provided by
(used in) continuing operations 882 (9,003)
Net cash used in discontinued operations (304) (1,595)
Net cash provided by
(used in) operating activities 578 (10,598)

Investing activities
Business acquisitions, net of cash received -- 606
Purchases of property and equipment (548) (1,710)
Loan to officer 2,797 2,730
Purchases of short term investments (13,826) (186,985)
Proceeds from sales
and maturities of short term investments 19,039 97,444
Investments in other long term assets 410 423
Net cash provided by
(used in) investing activities 7,872 (87,492)

Financing activities
Proceeds from exercise
of options, rights and warrants 669 5,841
Increase in long term liabilities 28 71
Repayment of long term liabilities -- (160)
Net cash provided by financing activities 697 5,752

Effect of exchange rate changes
on cash and equivalents 785 2,774

Net increase (decrease) in cash and equivalents 9,932 (89,564)
Cash and equivalents, beginning of period 148,948 248,444
Cash and equivalents, end of period $158,880 $158,880


ActivCard
Unaudited Pro Forma Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations
(In thousands of US dollars, except per share data)


ActivCard is providing the following pro forma information as a supplement to financial information presented in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States or U.S. GAAP. The pro forma information set forth below is not in accordance with nor is it an alternative to U.S. GAAP. The pro forma information reflects additional information that our Management uses to evaluate our financial performance.

For the three months ended, For the year ended
December 31, December 31
2002 2001 2002 2001

Revenues $12,085 $6,759 $41,840 $31,176
Cost of revenues 4,088 2,092 13,452 9,578
Gross margin 7,997 4,667 28,388 21,598

Operating expenses
Selling and marketing 4,808 5,790 19,939 23,624
General and administrative 1,045 1,210 4,180 4,346
Research and development 4,744 5,489 19,427 18,227
10,597 12,489 43,546 46,197
Pro forma loss from operations (2,600) (7,822) (15,158) (24,599)
Interest and other income 1,153 1,598 5,198 13,188
Income taxes -- (21) (69) (22)
Pro forma net loss $(1,447) $(6,245) $(10,029) $(11,433)

Pro forma net loss per common share:
Basic and diluted $(0.03) $(0.16) $(0.24) $(0.29)

Weighted average number of common shares:
Basic and diluted 41,605 40,255 41,212 40,062

Reconciliation of pro forma net loss to U.S. GAAP net loss:
Pro forma net loss $(1,447) $(6,245) $(10,029) $(11,433)
Add back items excluded from
the derivation of pro forma net loss:
Operating expenses
Acquisition-related charges 5,639 2,898 7,618 6,963
Amortization of deferred
compensation related to
options and warrants granted 236 446 67 446
Restructuring and business
realignment expenses 834 -- 8,586 --
Re-incorporation expenses 508 -- 1,001
Compensation paid
to departing C.E.O. -- (48) -- 728
Settlement of litigation -- -- -- 201
Total excluded
from operating expenses 7,217 3,296 18,172 8,338
Foreign exchange loss (gain) 272 (49) 458 (3,491)
Loss from
discontinued operations 293 355 16,834 429
Total pro forma adjustments 7,782 3,602 35,464 5,276

U.S. GAAP net loss $(9,229) $(9,847) $(45,493) $(16,709)




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ActivCard and Allasso Sign Pan-European Agreement to Deliver Identity Management Solutions with Powerful ROI and Security Benefits
Wednesday March 19, 2:45 am ET
ActivCard Solutions Now Available to 7000 VARs and System Integrators In Allasso European Network


LONDON, March 19 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Allasso, Europe`s leading specialist network security distributor with offices in the UK, Germany, Italy, Spain, Benelux and France, and ActivCard® (Nasdaq: ACTI; Nasdaq Europe: ACTI), the leader in IDentity Management (IDM) software, today announced here that Allasso will distribute ActivCard products and solutions across its pan-European network of resellers and system integrators.
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The pan-European agreement leverages marketing and selling capabilities in Allasso`s Value Added Resellers (VAR) and System Integrators (SI), giving ActivCard access to a larger number of VARs and SIs who already are fully trained and experienced in IT security and strong user authentication services.

ActivCard and Allasso will produce joint sales and marketing tools for the channel, and will be offering full post-sales technical support through the multi-lingual Allasso European Support Centre. Several Allasso offices are to become ActivCard Certified Training Centres (ACT). The ACTs are expected to be operational by mid 2003, allowing local training of the ActivCard certification programs.

"We are excited to be working with ActivCard which offers our customers new identity management products and solutions representing the next generation of strong authentication for remote access, secure sign-on and digital ID card solutions," said Clive McCafferty, European Business Development and Marketing Director, Allasso. "We will encourage our VARs and SIs to become `ActivCard certified` so they can benefit from cross-marketing initiatives such as the recent `ActivCard Smart VPN` campaign with Check Point(TM)."

"In a very competitive IDM market, customers are looking for lower cost of ownership coupled with versatility of technology to address their expanding needs. The channel is looking for high margins and comprehensive support. ActivCard delivers both." Commented Bernie Dodwell, UK Director of Marketing and Sales.

ActivCard has an indirect sales and marketing strategy and is in the process of building a European channel network with strong expertise in Identity Management. "The smooth migration path offered by our new secure remote access solutions -- from perpetual tokens all the way to smart card technology with public key infrastructure (PKI) -- will appeal to businesses seeking solutions that deliver total IT cost reductions," said Ed MacBeth, ActivCard Senior Vice President of Marketing. "Starting next quarter, we will jointly demonstrate to European enterprises how they can lower the cost of their existing IT security infrastructure by deploying new solutions that replace identity management systems, such as leased token deployments," added MacBeth.

About Allasso

Allasso is a leading network security-specialist distributor and is part of the Articon-Integralis Group. It has offices in the UK, France, Italy, Spain, Benelux and Germany. The company adds value to the channel by offering network security training, sales and marketing advice and technical support to more than 7000 resellers in Europe. Allasso has an established track record of success in "best of breed" IT security product distribution. More details about Allasso and the range of products it distributes are available at www.allasso.com.

About ActivCard

ActivCard, www.activcard.com, is the leader in IDentity Management (IDM) software for remote access, secure sign-on and digital ID card solutions. Our scalable IDM and strong authentication solutions are trusted by organizations -- from enterprise to governments around the world. ActivCard IDM systems deliver maximum Return On Identity(TM) (ROI) through increased security, reduced cost, and user convenience. The modular product design allows our customers to add capabilities as required, preserving their investment.

NOTE: ActivCard is a registered trademark and Return on Identity is a trademark in the United States and/or other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners in the United States and/or other countries.




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[CHAPTER7]

ActivCard Launches `Smart Upgrade` Campaign to Reduce Remote Access Budgets
Wednesday March 19, 2:45 am ET
Replaces Leased Tokens with More Functionality and Lower Total Cost of Ownership
Free ActivPack Licenses Offered for Each User Migrated Through 2003


LONDON, March 19 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- ActivCard® (Nasdaq: ACTI; Nasdaq Europe: ACTI), the leader in IDentity Management (IDM) software, today announced here a special promotion for new customers who wish to migrate their existing deployments from competing tokens solutions to ActivCard`s ActivPack(TM) secure remote access solution.
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Smart Upgrade Promotional Campaign

The ActivCard Smart Upgrade Promotion offers companies free licenses for ActivPack software that is purchased to replace existing licenses for leased tokens from competing providers. ActivPack customers can experience an on-average 40% reduction in their remote access budget by migrating from an existing leased token solution to an ActivCard secure remote access solution, which can include perpetual tokens, smart cards or soft token authentication devices.

In leased token systems, the token batteries expire after approximately three years and are not replaceable, requiring system administrators to reorder, purchase and provision employees with new tokens, which results in a high total cost of ownership. ActivCard secure remote access delivers greater value by offering authentication devices with more functionality than competing token solutions -- such as smart cards -- and a more compelling ROI over leased tokens because ActivCard perpetual tokens allow for battery replacement.

The Smart Upgrade campaign is targeted at IT and security managers in the global 2000 market who are seeking ways to trim their existing IT budgets while maintaining strong user authentication. To learn more about this offer, please visit www.activcard.com/upgrade/.

ActivPack AAA Server Migration Service

The ActivPack AAA Server Migration Service launched today as a deployment service that accelerates a company`s transition from a legacy token solution to an ActivPack and ActivCard token solution. It is designed for customers who do not have available IT resources for new installations and want to ensure a quick and successful deployment. For a $22,500 fee, ActivCard Professional Services or one of ActivCard`s certified partners will perform the server setup, system configuration, initial token issuance, administrator training and testing for a limited number of customer users. Once the service is complete, the customer will be able to provide ongoing deployment of new tokens and the management of the ActivPack server solution.

For more information on this service, visit www.activcard.com.

Note to editors:

Tokens are small hardware devices used for two-factor strong authentication to validate user identity to computer networks. Two factors of authentication mean something you have (such as the token device) and something you know (such as a PIN number that is programmed into the token). Tokens provide enhanced security over username and static password combinations, which are the most commonly used form of user authentication.

About ActivCard

ActivCard is the leader in IDentity Management (IDM) software for remote access, secure sign-on and digital ID card solutions. Our scalable IDM and strong authentication solutions are trusted by organizations -- from enterprise to governments around the world. ActivCard IDM systems deliver maximum Return On Identity(TM) (ROI) through increased security, reduced cost, and user convenience. The modular product design allows our customers to add capabilities as required, preserving their investment.

NOTE: ActivCard is a registered trademark and ActivPack and Return On Identity are trademarks in the United States and/or other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners in the United States and/or other countries.




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ActivCard Launches Advanced Remote Access Solution for Secure Identity Management
Wednesday March 19, 2:45 am ET
Provides Strong ROI and Up to 75 Percent Cost Reductions Over Leased Tokens


FREMONT, Calif., March 19 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- ActivCard® (Nasdaq: ACTI; Nasdaq Europe: ACTI), the leader in IDentity Management (IDM) software, today announced the worldwide availability of ActivPack(TM) AAA Server 5.2 and ActivPack(TM) for Windows® 4.5, offering a secure remote access system that enables dramatic reductions in remote access costs -- as much as 75% for global enterprises -- compared to the total cost of ownership (TCO) of leased token alternatives. ActivPack also offers customers the ability to move beyond a token approach to multi-function authentication solutions with the same back-office infrastructure for secure dial-up, VPN, web, and wireless LAN access.
The new upgraded versions of ActivPack provide four key new features sought by IT managers, security officers and remote access system administrators responsible for managing remote access:

-- Secure authentication for Web access.
-- Secure authentication for terminal server login, including Citrix(R)
Metaframe(R) and Microsoft(R) Terminal Services.
-- Secure authentication for wireless LAN access.
-- Secure Windows Login that replaces standard Windows login with secure
One Time Passwords.


"We replaced our legacy leased token deployment with ActivCard`s ActivPack remote access system for an initial 6,000 of our 20,000 remote access users and quickly reduced our administration costs by 75 percent. Our previous token system had frequently desynchronized, creating a significant workload for the hotline and maintenance team," said Vincent Cremin, Deputy CIO and IT Risk Manager at a European-based, market-leading supplier of energy and transportation infrastructure systems. "ActivPack quickly reduced our security infrastructure costs. It is the only system we found that plugs directly into our enterprise LDAP directory, which strengthens and centralizes the administration of identity credentials," Mr. Cremin continued.

ActivPack, a RADIUS and TACACS+ strong authentication, authorization and administration (AAA) server, protects critical enterprise assets by enabling deployments of two-factor authentication devices including keypad tokens, soft tokens, USB keys, and smart cards. The system offers a scalable AAA solution for verifying authentication requests and administering authentication policies across enterprise networks that now can be accessible securely any time, from anywhere by authorized users.

Secure Web Access and Windows Login

ActivPack now provides strong, reliable 2-factor authentication to web applications such as Microsoft Outlook Web Access(TM) (OWA). This new feature of ActivPack provides not only employees, but also partners, customers and vendors access to privileged information on-line. ActivPack provides strong One Time Password (OTP) authentication for any website running on Microsoft IIS, Sun(TM) ONE, iPlanet(TM), Netscape®, or Apache® web servers. Secure Windows Login replaces Windows Login credentials with OTP. Its increased security benefits make users happy by eliminating the need to remember long, complex passwords that change every 30 days.

Securing The Enterprise Wireless LAN

ActivPack`s new versions help secure wireless LAN access and close well-known security loopholes by adding strong authentication to leading 802.1x solution providers such as Microsoft®, Cisco®, and Funk® or VPN providers such as Check Point(TM), Cisco®, and Vernier(TM) Networks.

Secure Server-based Virtual Desktop Access

ActivPack`s new secure terminal server access allows users to secure their connections to server computing environments, including Citrix Metaframe and Microsoft Terminal Server. This type of support is a boon to IT organizations that have added server-based computing to their infrastructure to cut costs. The ActivPack login provides additional security without adding extra steps for the end-user.

Only Remote Access Solution That Plugs Into LDAP Directory

The ActivPack AAA Server 5 series is the first authentication server to plug directly into any enterprise`s existing LDAP (Lightweight Directory Access Protocol) directory. ActivPack fully integrates with all v3 LDAP-compliant directories, enabling users and their access rights to be managed centrally without the need to modify the existing corporate directory infrastructure. This eliminates costly dual administration of remote access users. Unlike with the RSA Secure ID® token system, there is no necessity to manage a separate database of users.

"We chose ActivPack because it was the only remote access solution that cost-effectively manages one-time passwords, allowing us to comply with a new government mandate that requires changing static passwords every 90 days," said Ron Ferriegel, Network Analyst, Maricopa County, Arizona.

Pricing and Availability

ActivPack is available now. In the U.S. call 1-800-529-9499 for more information or 1-510-574-0100. In the UK call [phone]. E-mail: [e-mail].

Pricing: ActivPack is available in two versions -- ActivPack AAA Server 5.2 and ActivPack for Windows 4.5.

-- ActivPack 5.2 is designed for companies that have deployed an
enterprise directory for identity management. It is available on
Windows and Solaris(TM) platforms and is priced at U.S. $100 per user.
Volume pricing is available.
-- ActivPack for Windows 4.5 is designed for companies with a Windows
environment that have not deployed an enterprise directory. It is
priced at U.S. $100 per user. Volume pricing is available.


ActivPack also integrates with ActivCard`s complete product suite of Identity Management software products, including secure desktop, secure sign-on and digital identity card solutions and complements all of the market leaders in identity provisioning and directories.

About ActivCard

ActivCard is the leader in IDentity Management (IDM) software for remote access, secure sign-on and digital ID card solutions. Our scalable IDM and strong authentication solutions are trusted by organizations -- from enterprise to governments around the world. ActivCard IDM systems deliver maximum Return On Identity(TM) (ROI) through increased security, reduced cost, and user convenience. The modular product design allows our customers to add capabilities as required, preserving their investment.

NOTE: ActivCard is a registered trademark and ActivPack and Return on Identity are trademarks in the United States and/or other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners in the United States and/or other countries.




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[CHAPTER7]

ActivCard Selected by Northrop Grumman IT to Provide Identity Management For U.S. Common Access Card Program
Friday March 21, 8:01 am ET
ActivCard Will Deliver New ActivCard Gold for CAC PKI 3.0 to the U.S. Army Set-D With Advanced Management Capabilities, Enabling Reduced Total Cost of Ownership


FREMONT, Calif., March 21 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- ActivCard® (Nasdaq: ACTI; Nasdaq Europe: ACTI), the leader in IDentity Management (IDM) software, today announced that it will be the primary identity management provider for Northrop Grumman Information Technology (IT) for the U.S. Army`s Common Access Card (CAC) program. A task order was awarded to Northrop Grumman IT to provide $9 million of smart card middleware for the CAC program.
With ActivCard Gold(TM) for CAC, Army personnel can use their multi-application smart ID badges -- known as the Common Access Card -- for cryptographic network logon to their computing platforms, applications and Web sites; to encrypt and digitally sign e-mail; and to extend public-key infrastructure (PKI) capabilities to access a host of military services, including VPN, remote access and benefits systems.

"ActivCard is proud to be selected by the U.S. Army Set-D and to extend its partnership with Northrop Grumman to bring enhanced security to the military. ActivCard solutions provide the military with confidence that only authorized personnel are accessing sensitive network data to conduct secure transactions online," said Steven Humphreys, Chairman and CEO of ActivCard. "The U.S. Army will be the first to experience the next generation of ActivCard Gold, the world`s market-leading middleware for multi-application smart cards, and its new cost-reduction benefits for small to large scale deployments."

ActivCard Gold for CAC PKI 3.0 Reduces Deployment, Management and Helpdesk Costs

With this Army award, ActivCard is launching the newest version of its premiere smart ID badge software solution, ActivCard Gold for CAC PKI 3.0. This new version addresses the advanced needs of large-scale middleware deployments:

-- Organizations can automatically push ActivCard Gold software from a
central IT distribution point to users` computing devices
-- Administrative costs are further lowered by "auto-update" capabilities
for software enhancements, eliminating manual software upgrade
processes
-- User convenience is enhanced by new troubleshooting wizards
-- Computing systems applications now are automatically configured to use
CAC-compliant digital certificates
-- Administrators benefit from the remote diagnostics capability of
ActivCard Gold for CAC to facilitate helpdesk management around the
world from one or more central locations
-- Customers gain from ActivCard Gold for CAC`s new modularity, which
enables additional smart card-based services to be added to the
middleware to maximize return on investment (ROI) by consolidating
services on the CAC.


About ActivCard

ActivCard, www.activcard.com, is the leader in IDentity Management (IDM) software for remote access, secure sign-on and digital ID card solutions. Our scalable IDM and strong authentication solutions are trusted by organizations -- from enterprise to governments around the world. ActivCard IDM systems deliver maximum Return On Identity(TM) (ROI) through increased security, reduced cost, and user convenience. The modular product design allows our customers to add capabilities as required, preserving their investment.

The statements in this press release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties as identified in the Company`s periodic filings with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission, including but not limited to those appearing under the caption "Risk Factors" in the Company`s most recent prospectus dated December 31, 2002. Actual results, events and performance may differ materially.

NOTE: ActivCard is a registered trademark and ActivCard Gold is the trademark of ActivCard in the United States and/or other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners in the United States and/or other countries.




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[CHAPTER7]

[panik]

ActivCard and Giesecke & Devrient Team to Deliver Comprehensive Java Card - Based Smart Card Solutions for Enterprise and Government
Monday May 12, 4:00 pm ET
G&D`s Sm@rtCafe Expert Java Card Qualified as Compliant with ActivCard Secure Remote Access, Secure Desktop, and Digital ID Card Solutions


FREMONT, Calif. and DULLES, Va., May 12 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- ActivCard® (Nasdaq: ACTI; NASDAQ EUROPE: ACTI), the leader in IDentity Management (IDM) software, and Giesecke & Devrient (G&D), a worldwide leading provider of smart cards and systems, today announced that ActivCard has qualified the G&D Sm@rtCafe® Expert Java Card(TM) as compliant with its ActivCard Identity Management System(TM) (AIMS), ActivCard Gold(TM) smart card middleware and ActivCard ID Applet Framework, and ActivPack(TM) AAA Authentication Server.

Expanded Customer Choice of Smart Cards for Corporate and Government Identity Management

The partnership leverages the combined strength of G&D`s Java Card and Global Platform-based smart card operating system and ActivCard`s leading card middleware and card management solutions. Together, the products meet the rigorous demands of enterprise-class ID card initiatives that increasingly require the capabilities and assurances of secure applet loading, post-issuance card updates, and PKI capability. ActivCard leverages Sm@rtCafe® Expert with its complete suite of applets -- providing PIN management, PKI, one-time-passwords, biometrics and static password services for securing business applications.

Multi-Application Card Solutions for Integrating Physical and Logical Security

The combined technology from ActivCard and G&D enables system integrators and value added resellers to deliver consolidated identity solutions that merge their customers` traditional facility and physical ID badge security with the growing number of network security credentials assigned to each employee and partner.

John Atkinson, Vice President and General Manager of Smart Cards for Giesecke & Devrient`s North American division stated, "We are pleased to be solidifying our relationship with ActivCard, as our joint efforts will provide a strong solution to the global marketplace. G&D`s Sm@rtCafe® Expert Java Card(TM) with ActivCard Gold(TM) and the full suite of ActivCard card management solutions enhances the security components of physical and logical access smart cards for deployment to the corporate and government arenas."

Ed MacBeth, ActivCard Senior Vice President Corporate Marketing and Channel Sales added, "We are pleased G&D sought ActivCard testing and validation of Sm@rtCafe® Expert with our solutions. G&D`s patented technology in the smart card industry coupled with ActivCard`s expertise in Corporate Access Card(TM) deployments and the U.S. Department of Defense Common Access Card program offers integrators and channel partners expanded opportunity to deliver solutions for enterprise ID projects -- as well as Homeland Security and other government smart card initiatives around the globe."

Giesecke & Devrient will be demonstrating ActivCard IDM Software Solutions with the Sm@rtCafe® Expert smart cards at the CardTech/SecurTech exhibit in Orlando, Florida, May 12-15.

About ActivCard

ActivCard is the leader in IDentity Management (IDM) software for remote access, secure sign-on and digital ID card solutions. Our scalable IDM and strong authentication solutions are trusted by organizations -- from enterprise to governments around the world. ActivCard IDM systems deliver maximum Return On Identity(TM) (ROI) through increased security, reduced cost, and user convenience. The modular product design allows our customers to add capabilities as required, preserving their investment. For more information, visit www.activcard.com.

About Giesecke & Devrient

Giesecke & Devrient is a worldwide technology leader, providing smart cards and a solutions in the fields of telecommunications, electronic payments, transportation, health, ID and Internet security. G&D is also a leading provider of banknotes and securities as well as currency processing equipment. G&D`s North American headquarters, located in Dulles, VA, houses the R&D technology center, sales, marketing and smart card production facilities. In addition to the Dulles facility, G&D operates full service card manufacturing facilities in Ohio, Ontario and Mexico that are certified by both VISA and MasterCard. The combined production capacity of these four facilities makes G&D one of the largest of any North American cards and card systems manufacturer. As a 150 year old international technology group with over 30 subsidiaries throughout the world, Giesecke & Devrient employs over 6,500 people and generates an annual revenue in excess of 1 Billion U.S. dollars. For more information, visit www.gdai.com.

The statements in this press release that are not historical facts are "forward-looking statements" that involve risks and uncertainties as identified in the Company`s periodic filings with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission, including but not limited to those appearing under the caption "Risk Factors" in the Company`s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including the Company`s Annual Report Form 10K dated March 31, 2003. Actual results, events and performance may differ materially. The Company expressly disclaims the obligation to update any forward-looking statement to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof.

NOTE: ActivCard is a registered trademark and ActivCard Gold, ActivCard Identity Management System, ActivPack, Corporate Access Card, Return on Identity are trademarks of ActivCard in the United States and/or other countries. Sm@rtCafe® Expert is a registered trademark of Giesecke & Devrient . All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners in the United States and/or other countries.




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