AB Circle Named “Digital Identity Solutions Company of the Year – Hong Kong” in Global Awards 2026/27

Hong Kong – AB Circle Limited, an innovative Asia-based pioneer in smart card readers and advanced digital identity solutions, has been awarded “Digital Identity Solutions Company of the Year – Hong Kong” in the prestigious CorporateLiveWire Global Awards 2026/27.

This recognition reflects AB Circle’s specialized expertise in cryptography and smart card technologies, as well as its dedication to engineering highly secure Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and Identity and Access Management (IAM) systems that safeguard digital assets and identity verification globally.

Established in 2018, AB Circle initially dedicated its focus to intensive research, development, and cryptographic engineering before launching its premier product line in 2020. Operating as an independent, agile entity, the company’s technologies are trusted across stringently regulated sectors, including e-government initiatives, national healthcare networks, and public transportation systems.

A primary driver of this award is AB Circle’s recent market leadership and technological breakthroughs in Asia. In Japan—the company’s premier anchor market—AB Circle successfully developed advanced dual-verification readers to support the nation's evolving MyNumber card ecosystem. Capable of processing traditional physical IC cards alongside smartphone-compatible credentials for the "Myna Health Insurance Card" and "Myna Driver's License", thousands of medical institutions and pharmacies nationwide chose AB Circle’s smart card readers. With the support of Kaigo Kiban Portal, AB Circle captured over 50% market share in Japan's healthcare identity sector.

AB Circle’s competitive edge rests on four key pillars:

• Universal Interoperability: Support for industry-leading protocols including ISO7816, ISO14443, ISO15693, MIFARE, Calypso, and NFC Forum tags.
• Rigorous Global Compliance: Hardware certified to international safety and reliability standards, including CE, FCC, VCCI, EN62368, and UKCA.
• Agile OEM/ODM Capabilities: End-to-end customization enabling global partners to embed AB Circle’s core security architectures into proprietary hardware.
• Definitive Market Validation: Unmatched reliability proven by widespread adoption in quality-demanding international markets.

"Being named Digital Identity Solutions Company of the Year is a significant milestone that validates our team's commitment to cryptographic engineering excellence and human-centric design," said Gilbert Leung, CEO at AB Circle. “As we expand beyond our strong footprint in Asia into European and global markets, we remain focused on delivering secure, reliable, and versatile hardware that simplifies identity management for modern IT infrastructures worldwide."

Looking ahead, AB Circle continues to advance its technological roadmap by integrating modular connectivity options—including Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and Ethernet—into its base reader platforms, while localizing form factors and firmware to meet regional compliance frameworks across Europe and the Americas.

For additional information about AB Circle and its award-winning identity solutions, visit www.abcircle.com.

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For a decade, the UK-based Corporate LiveWire Global Awards have recognized industry leaders, pioneering organizations, and benchmark-setting professionals who drive business excellence, innovation, and client service. Evaluated by an independent panel of distinguished industry experts, every nominee undergoes a rigorous audit examining case studies, digital footprints, client testimonials, and verified third-party feedback. Final accolades are awarded based on five core pillars: Service Excellence, Strategic Marketing & Branding, Industry Recognition, Ethical Practice, and Employee Satisfaction.

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