By Adria Calatayud

Boku Inc. said Tuesday that it has partnered with French carriers SFR, Orange and Bouygues Telecom to launch mobile identity products aimed at protecting consumers against cyberhacks, account takeover attacks, and other forms of digital fraud.

The London-listed provider of mobile payment and identity authentication services said the partnerships with French carriers represent a milestone as it continues its global expansion. Financial details of the agreements weren't disclosed.

Shares in Boku at 0838 GMT were up 1.1% at 180.50 pence.

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