The IOTA is made up of the world’s leading supplier of optical technologies
The IOTA’s mission is to advance the understanding, use and development of optical technologies, particularly in the authentication of products and documents, decoration and illustration, display systems, industrial applications and art.
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IOTA Opens Entries for Excellence in Optical Technologies Awards 2027
The search is underway for the best commercial optical security technologies, with nominations now open for the second IOTA Excellence in Optical Technologies Awards. Building on the success of the first edition in 2025, the International Optical Technologies Association (IOTA) …
7 September 2026
IOTA Broadens Global Network With New Members and Tools
The International Optical Technologies Association (IOTA) is continuing its global expansion as optical security technologies find increasing applications across identity, currency, security printing and brand protection. With members now representing more than 30 countries, the association has added four new …
2 September 2026
IOTA Launches New Membership Category for Optical Security Start-Ups
The International Optical Technologies Association (IOTA) has launched a Start-Up Membership Programme to encourage innovation and collaboration to enhance the optical security ecosystem. The programme is designed for early-stage companies operating in optical technologies, optical variable devices (OVDs), secure authentication …
2 June 2026
From Banknotes to Brand Protection: IOTA Expands Global Anti-Counterfeiting Dialogue
19 May 2026: The International Optical Technologies Association (IOTA) is proud to announce the continued expansion of its global engagement programme, strengthening the fight against counterfeiting across multiple critical sectors throughout 2026. From currency to secure documents or protecting life-saving …
19 May 2026
IOTA Membership Value Surges with Launch of ‘DocCheck’ Data Intelligence Tool
UK, 25 February 2026: The International Optical Technologies Association (IOTA) has added greater strategic value for its members by launching DocCheck, a new reference and data intelligence service that supports document verification and authentication. Members have been using the service since …
2 March 2026
IOTA Honours Legacy and Leaders at Inaugural Excellence in Optical Technologies Awards
16 September 2025 – The International Optical Technologies Association (IOTA) announced the winners of its Inaugural Excellence in Optical Technologies Awards 2025 during a special ceremony at the Optical & Digital Document Security™ (ODDS) Conference in Warsaw, Poland. Sponsored by IOTA, the awards, which evolved …
16 September 2025
