California Launches Digital IDs on Apple Wallet for iPhone and Apple Watch Users
Californians can now add their driver’s license or state ID to their Apple Wallet, allowing them to carry official state identification on their iPhones or […]
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cheqd and Dock Merge Networks to Advance Decentralized Identity Adoption
cheqd and Dock, two leading decentralized identity infrastructure companies, have merged their networks to promote the broader adoption of decentralized identity (DID) systems. As part […]
Sahel Nations Plan Biometric Passport Rollout Under New Regional Alliance
Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger have unveiled plans to introduce biometric passports as part of their new regional collaboration under the Alliance of Sahel States […]
Azerbaijan Expands Digital ID Acceptance with Support from Leading Mobile Operator Azercell
Azerbaijan’s leading mobile operator, Azercell, has expanded the acceptance of digital ID cards across all authorized dealer stores and exclusive offices, allowing customers to conduct […]
Conservative Party of Canada Seeks to Prevent Use of Digital ID for Online Age Verification
The Conservative Party of Canada has announced plans to introduce legislation that addresses online harms and includes a provision specifically prohibiting the use of digital […]
Android Prepares Biometric ‘Identity Check’ Feature for Extra Security
Google is reportedly introducing a new security feature for Android, called “Identity Check,” which aims to enhance data protection by eliminating a major vulnerability in […]
Worldcoin Faces Scrutiny in Singapore Over Account Sales and Data Privacy Concerns
Worldcoin, the cryptocurrency project led by Sam Altman, is under scrutiny in Singapore due to concerns about account sales and the use of biometric data […]
Indonesia Prepares for Limited Launch of INA Digital Identity System
Indonesia is set to launch a limited release of its new digital government platform, INA Digital, by the end of September 2024. The platform includes […]
Fime Acquires Consult Hyperion to Strengthen Digital Identity and Payments Capabilities
Fime, a French security consulting and testing firm, has acquired UK-based Consult Hyperion, a move aimed at enhancing its expertise in digital identity, payments, and […]
Mauritius Launches Mobil ID as a Key Component of its Digital Transformation Strategy
Mauritius has officially launched its Mobil ID digital identity card, a major milestone in the nation’s ongoing digital transformation efforts under the “Digital Mauritius 2030” […]
Big Names Join UK Coalition for Corporate Digital ID Research
The UK government-backed Centre for Finance, Innovation and Technology (CFIT) has partnered with leading banks and technology firms to test the use of corporate digital […]
Somalia Plans to Integrate Biometric National ID with Banking Sector
The Somali government is preparing to launch a national digital identification system that will integrate the country’s biometric National ID with the banking sector. This […]
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