3i Infotech is about to disclose the ‘eMudhra digital signature’ by early 2009, focusing those people who depend on online transactions for filing tax returns, online fund transfers, buying a credit card and applying online for a loan. The latest technology focuses to empower Indians to use technology beyond basic services.
The eMudhra digital signature priced at Rs.99 is powered by public-key infrastructure technology and guarantees digital accountability for electronic transactions.
Besides sticking on to significant requirements of authentication, integrity, confidentiality, non-repudiation and legality, it is also an effective, secure and easy-to-implement method of providing accountability for enabling electronic transactions.
The company bagged the license for offering digital signatures to retail customers from Controller of Certifying Authorities, Ministry of Communications and IT in October 2008.