IDEX Biometrics expands in Asia, bringing biometric payment cards to Bangladesh

Oslo, Norway and Dhaka, Bangladesh May 22, 2023 – IDEX Biometrics expands its presence in Asia by partnering with DoelPay, an innovative payments solution provider, to tap into the burgeoning market for biometric cards in Bangladesh. Working closely with three of the largest banks in Bangladesh, Doelpay expects these banks to offer biometric payment cards to their consumers by the fourth quarter of this year.

With a population of over 170 million, Bangladesh represents a significant market opportunity. Digital payments are growing at CAGR of 19%, with 33 million payment cards currently in circulation. The rapid growth is driven by contactless payments taking off and the movement from cash towards digital payments and cards.

"This strategic partnership will bring advanced biometric payment cards to the country, addressing the interest and demand for cutting-edge payment solutions,” said Khawaja Ashraful Hawak, Managing Director of DoelPay. "Bangladesh boasts a notable number of consumers in particular amongst the affluent and tech savvy, who are showing an accelerated appetite for innovative financial technologies.”

"By expanding our geographical coverage and partner network in South Asia, we are not only entering a fast-growing market but also fulfilling a market need for security, convenience, and industry-leading technology," said Catharina Eklof, CCO of IDEX Biometrics. "Through this partnership, we will efficiently implement our solution in Bangladesh, empowering DoelPay's bank partners to enter the market effectively."

Source:  Statista and the Business Standard, May 2023

For further information contact:
Marianne Bøe, Head of Investor Relations
E-mail: marianne.boe@idexbiometrics.com
Tel: + 47 918 00186

About IDEX Biometrics

IDEX Biometrics ASA (OSE: IDEX and Nasdaq: IDBA) is a global technology leader in fingerprint biometrics, offering authentication solutions across payments, access control, and digital identity. Our solutions bring convenience, security, peace of mind and seamless user experiences to the world. Built on patented and proprietary sensor technologies, integrated circuit designs, and software, our biometric solutions target card-based applications for payments and digital authentication. As an industry-enabler we partner with leading card manufacturers and technology companies to bring our solutions to market.

For more information, visit www.idexbiometrics.com

About DoelPay

DoelPay in collaboration with experienced global technology solution providers is in the market to provide seamless and effective digital payment solutions to banks and payment service providers. Working with globally reputable technology providers to deliver integrated solutions in the area of soft POS, digital wallets, switching solutions primarily for the banks along with their large retail organizational client base.

For more information, visit www.doelpay-digital.com

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