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1. Smart Card
and Digital Certificate -- Key e-Business Enabler (by SecureNet
Asia Limited)
and payment smart card is converging for an array of enterprises
(banks/telco) and their customers to carry out secure online
transaction across the region.
enterprises in conducting e-business is to:
- Extend the position of trust from the
physical world to the virtual world where a customer and
service provider may not know each other and information
is in electronic format.
- Take full advantage of the new low cost
channel to access new customers.
- Distribute existing or new services to
their customers at a significantly lower cost and in a
more secure/convenient way.
the challenge is the implementation of a trusted means of
interacting with customers. The implementation of Public Key
Infrastructure (PKI), electronic certificate and digital signature
issued by trusted institutions will provide the certainty
required by the end users. Smart cards serve as an integral
part of this process. They are flexible and secure means to
store digital certificates of which enable users to perform
secure online transaction anywhere.
will be identified by some form of token such as digital certificate
on PC, certificate on hard token (e.g. smart card), or perhaps
the new generation SIM on mobile phone. The online transaction
will take place across secure communication network via delivery
channels such as mobile phone, PDA, kiosk, ATM and PC. Identity
and security are an integral part of all online transaction
from application such as Internet banking, electronic bill
presentment/payment, loyalty scheme, secure emails, access
control, e-ticketing etc.
(SecureNet Asia is
a member of the PCCW consortium that won the Hong Kong Smart
ID Card Project. SecureNet Asia specializes in the development,
design and installation of complete security solutions for
the Internet, remote banking, VPN and data-critical applications.
An industry specialist in smart card, PKI, secure payments
and security consultancy, SecureNet Asia enjoys a well-established
reputation as a leading provider of online trust services.
The applications mentioned can be provided by SecureNet Asia
using its leading smart card technologies and flagship solutions
such as TrustedNetTM Digital ID and TrustedNetTM Connect.
The company is experienced in helping enterprise to manage
and deliver smart card, security services and application
in a trusted environment. For more information, please visit
www.securenetasia.com.)
2. Smart ID
Card Free e-Cert Programme
the existing Hong Kong Identity Cards (HKID) will be replaced
in phases by the new multi-applications smart ID cards. The
new multi-applications smart ID card will include an option
of a one-year free use of Hongkong Post e-Cert embedded in
the card's memory chip. The application process of embedding
an e-Cert in the card will be integrated as part of the one-stop
smart ID card replacement program. Every card holder can visit
the Hongkong Post e-Cert service counters at the Smart Identity
Card Centre to opt-in for a free Hongkong Post e-Cert at the
time of application for the new ID card. Applicants will be
requested to present the existing ID card for registration
and data verification. After the registration process is completed,
the e-Cert will then be embedded in the new smart ID card
and will be available at the time of collection of the new
ID card.
3. e-Cert
User Software Supports Windows XP, Internet Explorer 6.0 and
Netscape 7.0
Software is launched to support subscribers of e-Cert (Personal),
e-Cert (Organisational) and e-Cert (Encipherment), who have
indicated their preferences to generate their key pairs and
e-Certs on their own computers when submitting their applications.
The new software can support Windows XP platform (Home and
Professional versions); as well as Internet Explorer 6.0 and
Netscape 7.0 browsers. The software can be downloaded on this
page:
http://www.hongkongpost.gov.hk/product/download/software/
Upon successful installation of the new software, e-Cert users
can use it to download e-Certs.
4. New e-Cert
Application--i.Secure Office
plug-in module for Microsoft Office (97/2000/XP). It can make
use of Hongkong Post e-Cert to digitally sign and protect
sensitive documents together with an iKey (USB-based token).
With the digital signature, document integrity can be guaranteed
while documents protected by i.Secure Office can be shared
with others safely. i.Secure Office is seamlessly integrated
with Microsoft Office and the existing workflow will remain
unchanged. Users can enjoy the features of i.Secure Office
easily without any special training. All encryption and decryption
are executed on-the-fly, and plain copy of the document never
exists on the hard disk. i.Secure Office is suitable for personal
and commercial use. It is designed not just for IT professionals,
but also for general computer users. With i.Secure Office,
everyone can benefit from the PKI technology without trading
off the user friendliness and convenience. For more information
about i.Secure Office, please visit www.archisoft.com.hk.
5. Mobile
e-Cert Application--Secure mPay
e-Cert, AsiaPay (Hong Kong) Limited has launched its secure
mobile payment solutions "Secure mPay" on 22 August
2002. It is a next-generation mobile payment system designed
for merchants looking to complement their online payment services
with a mobile payment solution. With “ Secure mPay”,
consumers can easily and securely purchase goods and pay bills
wirelessly from their PDAs.
secure, convenient and efficient mobile payment solution-featuring
real-time credit card authorization from banks, multi-lingual
and multi-currency capabilities, and advanced security to
protect merchants and their customers.
mPay" please visit www.asiapay.com.hk.
6. Special
Promotion of iKey 2000
carry your important information while you travel around on
business trip or for leisure? Do you need to use your e-Cert
even when you're away from your office? If so, then, iKey
2000 is your answer! It is an alternative storage media to
safeguard all of your critical information. Offered by Hongkong
Post CA, the iKey 2000 (USB-based token) provides cost-effective
and easy-to-use control and protection for your private/public
key-pairs and digital certificates.
card chip, the iKey 2000 token is capable of performing all
private, public, and secret key functions within the token.
When these critical operations are performed within the iKey
2000, a much higher level of information security is achieved
than client-side software-only solutions.
a special price of HK$220 (Original Price HK$350). The special
offer is valid until 28 February 2003. Please click here
to download the order form.
7. Update
on HKPKI Forum
was established on 21 October 2002 with Mr. P.C. Luk, Postmaster
General, elected as the Chairman, while Mr. Henry Chan, Executive
Director, Betting, of the Hong Kong Jockey Club was elected
as the Vice-Chairman.
organisations from the commercial sector including Certification
Authorities, IT vendors, and professional services providers
who have the common interest in the promotion of the wider
adoption of PKI products and services. The HKPKIF will represent
Hong Kong, China in the Asia PKI Forum and other international
forums to foster regional and international cooperation in
PKI related matters such as cross-certification, application
development, and interoperability arrangements.
including:
- AsiaPay (HK) Ltd.
- Baltimore Technologies Ltd.
- Dah Sing Bank, Ltd.
- Deloitte & Touche Enterprise Risk Services
Ltd.
- Digi-Sign Certification Services Ltd.
- Diversinet Corporation
- Ernst & Young
- Heracle Technologies Ltd.
- Hewlett-Packard Hong Kong Ltd.
- HiTRUST.COM (HK) Incorporated Ltd.
- Hongkong Post
- Hutchison Telecommunications (Hong Kong)
Ltd.
- IBM China / Hong Kong Ltd.
- iMerchants Ltd.
- i-Security Solutions Ltd.
- Joint Electronic Teller Services (JETCO)
Ltd.
- KPMG
- Microsoft Hong Kong Ltd.
- PricewaterhouseCoopers Ltd.
- RSA Security
- SecureNet Asia Ltd.
- Sun Microsystems of California Ltd.
- The Chinese University of Hong Kong
- The Bank of East Asia, Ltd.
- The Hong Kong Jockey Club
- The Hong Kong University of Science &
Technology
- The University of Hong Kong
- TrustAsia (HK) Ltd.
- VeriSign, Inc.
- VR Secure Ltd.
8. New Online
Services for SME Funding Schemes
and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Hong Kong, the Trade and
Industry Department (TID) launched four SME funding schemes
in late 2001/early 2002. The four funding schemes are, namely
the SME Business Installations and Equipment Loan Guarantee
Scheme (BIG), SME Export Marketing Fund (EMF), SME Training
Fund (STF), and SME Development Fund (SDF). As part of the
Government's on-going efforts to promote e-business and the
wider use of information technology in the Government and
the community, TID has recently launched new online services
in the website of the four SME funding schemes at http://www.smefund.tid.gov.hk.
as well as participating lending institutions of the BIG,
to submit applications for the BIG, EMF and STF online. Applicants
for the EMF and STF may also make use of the new services
to make amendments or submit withdrawal to previously submitted
applications, and to enquire about the status of their applications.
funding schemes also contains detailed information about individual
funding schemes, including eligibility criteria, scope of
funding support, amount of grant, application procedures,
guide to application, application forms which can be downloaded,
and a set of frequently asked questions and answers, etc.
Users may search for particulars of projects that have been
approved under the SDF through the online services before
long.
website of the four SME funding schemes and make use of the
online services. For enquiries or feedback on the services,
please contact the SME Funding Schemes Section of TID -
| Address: |
4/F, Trade and Industry Department Tower
700 Nathan Road
Mongkok
Kowloon |
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(852) 2398 5125 |
9. Perfect
Christmas Gifts from the Postshop Special Collection plus
a Free Stamp Paperweight
care; and bring delight to your family and friends, a range
of elegant and desirable collectibles have been carefully
chosen and beautifully crafted by the Postshop. Simply order
from the Hongkong Post Online Shopping Mall at www.hongkongpost.com
and your selected products will be directly delivered to your
loved ones at designated addresses. What's more? From now
until 31 January 2003, you will receive a free stamp paperweight
(worth HK$20) for any purchase over HK$100 on Postshop products.
Hurry whilst stock lasts! Alternatively, you can purchase
the souvenirs direct from the Postshop at the General Post
Office and 46 Postshop outlets. For their locations, please
refer to the Postshop webpage: http://www.hongkongpost.com/postshop.
products are listed below:
HK$88
Mickey is one of Disney's most well known and popular characters
. Since the creation of Mickey, his appearance has evolved
through the years. To celebrate Disney's 100th anniversary,
Hongkong Post has acquired the classic Mickey plush, set next
to the Hongkong Postbox penstand. All Mickey fans will definitely
love this ideal desktop decoration.
of Hong Kong (1911-1976) Model Coinbank HK$138
The model is a replica of the General Post Office (1911-1976).
The General Post Office was located in Pedder Street, Central
and was the third Post Office headquarter in Hong Kong. It
was built in 1911 and demolished in 1976. Its unique design
was an adaptation of early English Renaissance architecture
style representing the progressive development of the postal
services in Hong Kong. Apart from being a coinbank, each one
is boxed with a certificate with individual serial number.
A definite value for money collectible. The product is available
for sale from 16 December 2002.
Post Office HK$388
A replica of one of Hong Kong oldest mobile post offices.
Made from high quality Austrian Crystal, with detailed craftsmanship.
Only 3000 limited editions are available worldwide. Each has
its own individual number and certificate. It is a valuable
collector's treasure.
Definitive Stamps HK$688
This first framed definitive stamps ever launched by Hongkong
Post is a memento of the 1999 Hong Kong definitive stamps,
which production and sales has been ceased. Set in an elegant
wooden frame and mounted on environmental friendly acid free
paper, the framed stamps are assured of long-lasting appreciation
value. Limited to 2000 editions worldwide, each frame has
its own individual number and certificate to signify its collectable
value!
there are many other Postshop products available for your
selection, please visit our Postshop webpage http://www.hongkongpost.com/postshop.
- Digital 21 IT Strategy (click here
for details)
- Electronic Transactions Ordinance (click
here
for details)
- The Code of Practice for Recognized Certification
Authorities (click here
for details)
- Electronic Service Delivery Scheme (click
here
for details)
For enquiries or comments
on our services, please contact us at 2921 6633 or email us
at enquiry@hongkongpost.gov.hk.
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