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IOTA Identity Framework Launches Alpha Release on New Blockchain VM

Raj Desai1 month ago1 month ago05 mins

IOTA Identity has reached its Alpha release on the MoveVM blockchain, merging digital identity management with decentralized technology. The framework allows for self-sovereign identities and verifiable credentials while ensuring data privacy and integrity. By utilizing a directed acyclic graph for transaction processing, IOTA presents a cost-effective alternative to traditional blockchains. Despite challenges, IOTA’s innovative approach…

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Air Canada to Implement Facial Recognition Technology for Boarding

Ethan Nash1 month ago1 month ago05 mins

Air Canada is introducing facial recognition technology for boarding at Vancouver International Airport, allowing passengers to board without physical IDs. The initiative is voluntary and builds on a pilot program from February 2023. Concerns regarding privacy and job implications have been raised, but the airline stresses data encryption and short retention periods. Air Canada is…

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Germany Struggles with BundID as Transition to DeutschlandID Awaits

Maya Rodriguez2 months ago2 months ago04 mins

Germany’s BundID digital identity system faces low usage with only 5.1 million users. Transitioning to DeutschlandID is planned, but the timeline is uncertain. Improvements have been made, including expanded services. Deutsche Telekom’s CEO supports digital IDs and legislative advancements, although political instability poses challenges to progress. Germany’s digital identity initiative BundID faces challenges in gaining…

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Open Identity Summit 2025: Call for Papers on Innovations in Identity Management

Ethan Nash3 months ago3 months ago06 mins

The Open Identity Summit 2025 will take place in Munich, Germany, on May 22-23, inviting papers on identity management and security topics. The event targets key areas such as AI, digital wallets, privacy, and trust services, focusing on bridging practical use with academic research. Accepted papers will be reviewed and published, fostering discussion on contemporary…

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Germany Enhances National Biometric Matching Service with New Contract

Sofia Martinelli4 months ago4 months ago04 mins

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…

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Call for Papers: 12th Open Identity Summit 2025

Maya Rodriguez6 months ago6 months ago04 mins

The 12th Open Identity Summit 2025 will convene on May 22-23 in Munich, Germany, focusing on identity management, trust services, and related technologies. Participants are invited to submit short and full papers addressing critical topics such as digital wallets, privacy, and AI. Accepted works will undergo double-blind peer review for potential publication in an academic…

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Surge in Fingerprint Biometrics Among Swedes: Domestic Providers Set to Capitalize

Ethan Nash6 months ago6 months ago06 mins

A Visa study reveals that one-third of Swedes are ready to use fingerprint access for various services, with 54% open to unique digital identities. The growing trust in biometrics over passwords is evident, alongside concerns about privacy and data protection that need addressing. Swedish providers are prepared to capitalize on this trend, with advancements in…

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