Queensland’s mobile driver’s license app has exceeded 640,000 downloads since its late 2023 launch, marking a 15% adoption rate. As Australia’s first mDL compliant with ISO standards, it facilitates digital ID sharing in various jurisdictions. The app’s success is attributed to collaborative design, public engagement, and support across multiple sectors, with Thales ensuring robust security…
Germany’s government has contracted a service for the upkeep and enhancement of the National Biometric Matching Service (NBMS) 2.0, with an emphasis on system improvements and bug fixes. The contract follows ongoing debates regarding the use of facial recognition technology, particularly by law enforcement, under the EU’s AI Act. Germany’s central government has signed a…
NEC is implementing Microsoft Entra Verified ID for 20,000 employees in Japan to enhance digital identity management. This move aims to secure employee verification processes and streamline operational efficiency, reflecting a larger trend towards adopting advanced identity management solutions in corporate environments. NEC Corporation has announced the deployment of digital identities for 20,000 employees in…
