EU moves forward on age verification with release of guidelines, software
The European Commission has released both its guidelines for protecting kids online and its “white label” age verification software, which…
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UN initiative unites standards bodies to tackle global deepfake threat
You may have heard a friend or relative proclaim recently, “I can’t even tell what’s real anymore.” Generative AI is…
Impersonation scams surge as AI fuels identity theft
Impersonation scams and AI-driven fraud are redefining the threat landscape of identity theft in the United States, according to the…
Rwanda boosts connectivity as digital transformation project reaches 55 percent
Rwandan authorities have disclosed that over a thousand schools now enjoy connectivity as the country’s digital acceleration project has gone…
Liberia to speed up contractor selection for new biometric ID card system
President Joseph Boakai of Liberia has set up a Steering Committee to oversee an overhaul of the country’s national biometric…
UK guidance anticipates shift to private labs for DIATF compliance testing
The UK continues to move incrementally toward the full launch of the digital identity and attributes trust framework (DIATF) and…
West Africa wants to move from speeches to action on interoperable digital ID
For West African countries to effectively advance their regional trade and integration efforts, digital public infrastructure (DPI) such as digital…
UK prepares for eVisas as Labour lawmakers call for digital IDs
The UK is preparing to officially transition to electronic visas from July 15th. At the same time, the country is…
Serpro, Jumio, SmartSearch sign deals to boost fintechs’ KYC, AML checks
Fintechs are making more deals with identity verification (IDV) firms across the globe, including Brazil’s Serpro helping a UK client…
Anonybit looks towards Indian biometrics market, expanding Armatura partnership
Decentralized biometric authentication infrastructure developer Anonybit is planning to expand its footprint in India and the Middle East by deepening…
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