Sri Lanka’s e-NIC project is launching next month with biometric features. Awaiting 300,000 additional cards from Thales to implement it, the project aims to integrate with the Unique Digital ID initiative. Awareness programs are being planned across public and private sectors for smooth adoption. Sri Lanka’s ambitious Electronic National Identity Card (e-NIC) project is gearing…
Toppan Edge partners with Partisia to launch a decentralized digital ID system using MPC and blockchain technology. This collaboration aims to strengthen privacy and security in digital identities and aligns with Japan’s digital framework goals. The partners will also explore ways to merge human and non-human identities and investigate Web3 technologies. Toppan Edge has joined…
The UK is developing a digital identity framework to enhance privacy and support its $150 billion digital economy. The DITF establishes rules for trust in digital identities, with a proposed Gov.uk digital wallet for managing ID information. Challenges include public distrust and cyber threats, but success could unlock significant economic benefits. The UK is stepping…
The USPTO has adopted ID.me for identity verification in its Patent Center, following a federal trend to outsource such services. This shift aims for cost-efficiency and enhanced security, but raises privacy concerns among critics. All new users need to create ID.me accounts to file or manage patents, replacing previous login systems. The U.S. Patent and…
World ID is promoting biometric identity verification through devices called Orbs that scan users’ irises. These devices are now in six U.S. cities and allow users to earn cryptocurrency while enhancing digital security. World aims to eventually verify one billion people globally, with security measures in place to protect user data. Biometric identity verification is…
Sam Altman’s iris-scanning technology, now called World, launches in the U.S. amid concerns over privacy and digital security. The technology offers cryptocurrency and a digital ID in exchange for iris scans but faces regulatory scrutiny in several countries. Critics warn about the implications of linking biometrics to digital identities, while Altman envisions this as a…
Anonybit and Fingerprint Cards have integrated their biometric authentication solutions with Ping Identity’s PingOne DaVinci platform, addressing rising data breach concerns. Their collaboration aims to deliver privacy-focused, user-friendly authentication methods to enterprises, supporting a range of biometric modalities for varied use cases. Anonybit and Fingerprint Cards (FPC) are teaming up to enhance biometric authentication via…
Queensland Digital ID (QDI) has replaced the outdated QGov system. It enhances security with multi-factor authentication and passkey support, while allowing more identification documents. Users need to create new accounts if they did not migrate their QGov info, marking a significant transition to a more secure system for online government services. Queensland has rolled out…
Sri Lanka’s Electronic National Identity Card (e-NIC) project is currently undergoing user and security testing led by SLCERT. The project includes 700,000 biometric polycarbonate cards designed to improve identification security. Upcoming integrations with the Sri Lanka Unique Digital ID project aim to streamline the process of acquiring ID cards, with enhanced accessibility and efficiency. Sri…
Thales is driving innovation in digital identity and security, impacting diverse sectors like banking and automotive. With the acquisition of Gemalto, they are leading enhancements in secure identity verification and data protection. Their solutions are pivotal in navigating new threats while promoting accessibility and inclusion, particularly in financial services. In the modern digital landscape, Thales…
