Calling All Digital Identity & Cybersecurity Innovators: Future Digital Awards Now Open for 2026

BASINGSTOKE, United Kingdom, May 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Juniper Research is pleased to announce that entries are now open for the inaugural ‘Future Digital Awards for Identity & Security 2026’.

These new industry awards aim to recognise both the trailblazers and the market leaders driving the dynamic cybersecurity and digital identity markets; ranging from Know Your Customer (KYC) and Anti-money Laundering (AML) to post-quantum cryptography, and biometric security.

“As digital services continue to evolve, identity and security have become essential foundations for trust, user protection, and long-term growth. Our new Identity & Security Awards will recognise the companies and leading innovators across this critical technology sector,” said Nick Maynard, VP of Research at Juniper Research.

This year’s awards cover:

Identity Innovation

Identity Verification Innovation
AML Innovation
KYC Innovation
Best Digital Identity Platform
Digital Travel Credential Innovation
Best Digital Identity Scheme

Identity Leadership

Identity Leader of the Year
Identity Start-up of the Year

Security Innovation

Best Post-quantum Cryptography Solution
Best Identity & Access Management Platform
Application Security Innovation
Data Security Innovation
Biometrics for Border Control Innovation
Industrial Endpoint Cybersecurity Innovation
Cybersecurity Innovation of the Year
Biometric Security Innovation of the Year

Security Leadership

Security Leader of the Year
Security Start-up of the Year

Winning at the Juniper Research Future Digital Awards goes beyond just a trophy. It strengthens your market positioning, supports client engagement, and informs future product development. Click here to learn how G+D Netcetera used its award win as a platform to drive tangible business outcomes and shape future product strategies.

Interested companies can apply via the entry form on the website. There is no fee to enter. The nominations period closes on Friday 7th August 2026, with all winners to be announced on 7th October 2026.

About Juniper Research

Juniper Research is a global tech strategist firm providing research, data, and forecasting across the fintech, telecoms, and IoT sectors. For over 20 years, Juniper Research has delivered actionable insights that help industry leaders navigate disruption, seize opportunities, and make confident strategic decisions. www.juniperresearch.com

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