This week has brought a few notable developments in mobile ID from around the world as various authorities explore the technology’s use in different applications.
In Singapore, a new digital vocational license (DVL) scheme that allows taxi and bus drivers to store their licenses on their smartphones. The DVL is a secure and convenient way for drivers to prove their identity and qualifications without carrying a physical card. The DVL can be accessed through the Singpass app, the country’s national digital identity platform, and enables drivers to update their personal information and license status online. The DVL scheme is part of Singapore’s efforts to digitalize the transport sector and enhance service standards.
Meanwhile, in Missouri, the Springfield-Greene County Park Board has introduced a new security measure for its outdoor public pools. Starting May 27, anyone who wants to use the pools must have a free digital ID called “Pool Connection.” The ID includes biographic and contact information, as well as a photo of the customer. The Park Board says the ID will help to ensure safety, and enable authorities to contact parents or guardians in case of an emergency. Customers can apply for the ID online or on paper, and then visit a family center or outdoor pool to complete the process. They will also receive a free pool pass for one day.
And in Australia, Auckland-based MATTR has been selected as New South Wales’ tech partner for the state’s Digital ID and Verifiable Credentials program. The news follows the NSW Minister for Customer Service and Digital Government’s announcement last November that the state would embark upon a digital ID pilot involving “photo verification technology”—though it isn’t yet clear if MATTR’s work on the NSW government’s project will involve selfie-based identity verification. MATTR’s platform notably does support the use of mobile-based fingerprint and face scanning unlocking mobile ID apps.
The developments help to illustrate the momentum that mobile ID technology continues to pick up around the world. Stay tuned to Mobile ID World as more developments are sure to follow.
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