Multi-Layered Security Features: Overt, Covert, and Forensic
A multi-layered security approach is a strategic defense-in-depth framework that utilizes multiple authentication technologies—overt, covert, and forensic—to protect products. By stacking these layers, brands ensure that if one feature is bypassed by a counterfeiter, others remain to provide verification. This comprehensive system deters casual fakes, tracks gray-market diversion, and provides high-level legal evidence to safeguard […]
The New Currency: Why Tax Stamps Now Demand Multi-Layer, Covert-First Security
Tax stamps have evolved far beyond simple paper stickers. Today, they function as currency-grade security documents, protecting billions in excise revenue while safeguarding public health against counterfeit goods. As illicit trade networks grow more sophisticated, revenue agencies and brand protection leaders face a critical question: how do we stay ahead of counterfeiters without revealing our […]
5 Things Businesses Need to Know About Invisible UV Barcode Technology
Today’s supply chains and consumer markets face growing threats from counterfeiting and diversion. Brands in cosmetics, electronics, and premium beverages are seeing a surge in sophisticated fakes, which can lead to potential loss of market share, regulatory penalties, and damaged customer relationships. More industries are turning to advanced security features like invisible UV barcode technology […]
The True Cost of Counterfeit Labels in the Beverage Industry
With demand for luxury beverages higher than ever, global supply chains reward speed of delivery over verification. Beverage brands want increased sales, which means getting products on the shelves. However, this rush can lead to oversights in the authentication process that allow bad actors to create counterfeit labels, risking customer well-being and brand trust. So, […]
Our Complete Guide to Advanced Infrared (IR) Taggants
We believe a layered approach leads to the most robust document security possible. A layered approach should use a variety of features, including overt and covert ones, as best practices. One feature gaining traction in the document security sphere is infrared (IR) taggants. Whereas advanced UV pigments fluoresce when exposed to specific wavelengths of light, […]
Ultimate Guide to Optically Variable Pigments (OVPs): Uses Cases, Advantages, and More
The team at Angstrom Technologies, Inc. believes a layered security approach is best when it comes to document security. Advanced optically variable pigments (OVPs) are one part of that solution. The key to investing in the right OVPs for your document security is to make sure your provider has the expertise to manufacture a product […]