Thales supports security architects by integrating Hardware Security Modules (HSMs) into broader information risk management strategies and by providing data security platforms that centralize controls. With HSMs, you can: - Protect cryptographic keys in tamper-resistant hardware - Strengthen the security of digital processes such as payments, identity, and sensitive transactions - Reduce the risk of unauthorized access and data breaches by keeping keys and critical operations in a hardened environment Thales also offers guidance and tools highlighted in resources like the Gartner 2025 Market Guide for Data Security Platforms. These platforms help you: - Combine multiple data security controls (encryption, tokenization, key management) - Apply fine-grained authorization to sensitive data - Improve efficiency by managing policies and controls from a unified framework Together, integrated HSMs and data security platforms help you lower operational risk, support compliance, and create a more resilient foundation for digital transformation across on‑premises, cloud, and multi‑cloud environments.

Thales provides several resources to help you rethink how you secure APIs, manage access, and deliver better customer identity experiences. Key resources include: 1. **2025 KuppingerCole Leadership Compass: API Security Management** This report covers: - API discovery and runtime protection - The changing API security landscape - Trends such as AI‑driven threats and zero‑trust models It can help you identify gaps in your current API security posture and prioritize controls. 2. **Access Management and Cloud Single Sign-On (SSO) Guidance** Thales offers educational content that explains: - The difference between authentication and access management - How to leverage cloud SSO to simplify user access - Ways to mitigate the risk of unauthorized access and data breaches 3. **KuppingerCole Leadership Compass: CIAM Solutions** This report analyzes the CIAM market and helps you: - Evaluate solutions for user registration and authentication - Address compliance requirements - Enhance customer experience while maintaining strong security Together, these resources give your team a structured way to assess current capabilities, align with zero‑trust principles, and design API, access, and CIAM strategies that support both security and user experience.

Thales offers a mix of reports, guides, and partner programs to help you align compliance, cloud security, and software licensing with your broader business strategy. **1. Compliance and regulatory alignment** Thales provides guidance and references for multiple jurisdictions and sectors, including: - New York State Cybersecurity Requirements for Financial Services Companies - Hong Kong Cloud Computing Security Practice Guide, Secure Tertiary Data Backup (STDB) Guideline, and Virtual Asset Trading Platforms Operators Guideline - India Framework for Adoption of Cloud Services by SEBI - Korea Personal Information and Information Security Management System (ISMS‑P) There is also guidance on data breach notification requirements and how “safe harbor” clauses can reduce exposure when strong data protection controls are in place. **2. Cloud and multi‑cloud security** Thales emphasizes that it is a multi‑cloud world and offers resources such as: - The 2025 Thales Data Threat Report – Financial Services Edition, focused on data protection in complex financial environments - The broader Thales Data Threat Reports (including the 2026 edition) that highlight global data security trends and emerging technology risks These reports help you understand where your data is most at risk and how to secure cloud migrations and hybrid or multi‑cloud deployments. **3. Software licensing and entitlement management** Thales provides practical guidance to help you get software licensing right the first time, including: - A step‑by‑step view of licensing, delivering, and protecting software - Strategies that consider people, processes, and technology - A Software Licensing & Entitlement Management Buyer’s Guide with key criteria, evaluation questions, and best practices to support scale, security, and growth **4. Partner ecosystem and expert support** Through the Thales Accelerate Partner Network and broader partner ecosystem, you can: - Work with partners who have skills and expertise in Thales technologies - Differentiate your offerings and provide more value to your customers You can also connect directly with an Identity and Data Protection Specialist and subscribe to receive ongoing data protection and access management insights, helping you continuously refine your compliance, cloud, and licensing strategies.