The Optical Security Innovation Race

Over the past couple of years, the currency industry has witnessed a noticeable increase in the launch of security features, particularly in optical security. Technologies that once evolved gradually over long document redesign cycles are now being refreshed at a much faster pace. This raises an important question: has a new race in optical innovation begun?

Recent launches suggest the answer may well be yes. Authentix introduced QUANTUM Stripe™, De La Rue launched OPTILIGHT™, IN Groupe expanded Vibes™ with Vibes Shift™, while Giesecke+Devrient introduced TwinColors® Patch. Oberthur Fiduciaire has expanded its Anima™ platform, CCL has its CINEMA™ feature, and Crane Currency has strengthened its micro-optics portfolio through cBREEZE™, designed to work alongside higher-security features such as MOTION SURFACE® and RAPID® Vision.