Fiji Launches National ID Program to Enhance Digital Services and Financial Inclusion
A workshop marking the commencement of Fiji’s National ID Program was held in Suva last week. The initiative is a collaborative effort between the Reserve […]
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Proposed ‘Improving Digital Identity Act’ Aims to Establish White House Task Force on Digital ID
Legislators in the United States are advocating for federal involvement in developing digital identity ecosystems as states increasingly adopt mobile driver’s licenses and other digital […]
Trinsic and Mitek Showcase Mobile Driver’s License Applications at California DMV Hackathon
Trinsic and Mitek Systems recently demonstrated innovative uses of mobile driver’s licenses (mDLs) at a California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Hackathon. They showcased how […]
Humanity Protocol Testnet Attracts 25,000 Users in First 24 Hours
Humanity Protocol, a decentralized identity project backed by Polygon Labs and Animoca Brands, has launched its testnet and garnered 25,000 sign-ups within the first 24 […]
Bosnia and Herzegovina to Introduce Digital ID Wallet by Mid-2025
A digital ID wallet is being developed for citizens of Bosnia and Herzegovina, with an expected launch by mid-2025. Led by the Croatian tech startup […]
North Carolina Appeals Court Blocks Student Digital IDs for Voting
The North Carolina Court of Appeals has ruled against the use of digital student IDs from the University of North Carolina (UNC) Chapel Hill for […]
German Government to Develop EUDI Wallet, Encourages Private Sector Involvement
The German government has announced plans to develop its own European Digital Identity (EUDI) Wallet, allowing citizens to store identity data and official documents on […]
World Bank Policy Note Highlights e-Signatures as Essential for Digital Economy Growth
A new World Bank Policy Note titled “Electronic Signatures: Enabling Trusted Digital Transformation” underscores the importance of electronic signatures in supporting seamless digital transactions. The […]
Key DIATF Architect Dr. Carol Buttle Joins Kantara Initiative as CTO
The Kantara Initiative has appointed Dr. Carol Buttle as its first Chief Technology Officer (CTO). Dr. Buttle joins from the UK government’s Department of Science, […]
Australia Launches Mobile ID Verification App to Simplify Visa Applications for Pacific Islanders
On September 27, 2024, the Australian Government introduced the “Australian Immi App,” a new mobile application designed to streamline the visa application process for citizens […]
ITIF Advocates for Digital ID Solutions in EU’s Digital Services Act Over Biometric Age Estimation
The Information Technology and Innovation Foundation (ITIF) has submitted its feedback to the European Commission on the proposed Digital Services Act (DSA), emphasizing the need […]
North Carolina Judge Approves Use of Digital IDs for Voter Verification
A judge in North Carolina has affirmed that digital identification cards issued to students and employees at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill […]
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