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INSIDE SECURE CLOSES AGREEMENT WITH INTEL ON NEW NFC TECHNOLOGY AND IP LICENSE

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Posted on June 17, 2014

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INSIDE Secure (NYSE Euronext: INSD), a leader in embedded security solutions for mobile and connected devices, announced it has completed the agreement with Intel Corporation previously announced on April 1.

Under the terms of the concluded agreement, INSIDE Secure has:

  • Extended the pre-existing worldwide perpetual license it had with Intel into a broad, royalty-free and fully paid-up license, with INSIDE Secure retaining ownership of most of the related IP assets and rights
  • Transferred to Intel its MicroRead-v5 next-generation NFC hardware and software modem technology currently under development, togetherwith certain related tangible and intangible assets, including certain IP assets

At closing INSIDE Secure received USD 19.2 million in cash from Intel.
In the context of the transaction, certain INSIDE Secure employees, based in France and California, have joined Intel.
This transaction is fully in line with INSIDE Secure’s strategy to focus on embedded security solutions for mobile and connected devices as well as leverage and monetize its NFC technology and intellectual property rights.

Key Takeaways

  • INSIDE Secure extended its perpetual license with Intel into a broad, royalty‑free, fully paid‑up agreement while retaining most IP rights.
  • INSIDE Secure transferred its MicroRead‑v5 next‑generation NFC hardware/software modem technology and related assets to Intel.
  • INSIDE Secure received USD 19.2 million in cash at closing.
  • Some INSIDE Secure employees in France and California moved to Intel as part of the transaction.
  • The deal aligns with INSIDE Secure’s strategy to focus on embedded security solutions and monetize its NFC IP.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What did INSIDE Secure transfer to Intel?
INSIDE Secure transferred its MicroRead‑v5 next‑generation NFC hardware and software modem technology along with certain tangible and intangible assets, including some IP assets.
What did INSIDE Secure receive from Intel?
INSIDE Secure received USD 19.2 million in cash upon closing of the agreement.
Did INSIDE Secure retain any intellectual property rights?
Yes, while extending a broad, royalty‑free, fully paid‑up license to Intel, INSIDE Secure retained ownership of most of the related IP assets and rights.
Were any employees impacted by this deal?
Yes, certain INSIDE Secure employees based in France and California joined Intel as part of the transaction.
How does this deal align with INSIDE Secure’s strategy?
The transaction supports INSIDE Secure’s focus on embedded security solutions for mobile and connected devices and its goal to monetize its NFC technology and IP rights.

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