World Bank extends Nigeria digital ID project support by another two years
The World Bank now expects Nigeria to issue the National Identification Number (NIN) to 180 million people, a target that…
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UK govt backs down on immigration document reform
While the UK is busy with pushing digital ID initiatives it is also slowing down on other planned identification reforms. …
New York governor signs legislation addressing AI, consumer data protection
New York State has taken a significant step forward in ensuring that its use of AI is carried out responsibly….
Tender open for project to advance Benin’s digital govt strategy
A contractor is being sought to build a new, high-performance development environment using a modern Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) architecture as part…
What we talk about when we talk about ‘humanness’
One of the more curious promises of technology in the 21st century is that it can confirm someone’s humanity. It…
Central Africa needs traction on financial inclusion to advance economic growth
Financial inclusion is increasingly being considered one of the major drivers of digital transformation in Africa and other parts of…
Networks aim to make digital identity truly reusable in 2025
Reusable digital identity emerged as one of the most prominent trends of the year in identification and fraud prevention. But…
Biometrics and digital identity M&A in 2024
By Alan Goode, CEO and Chief Analyst at Goode Intelligence As we approach the end of yet another year – a…
Scotland updates guidance on biometrics in schools
Newly updated guidance on the use of biometric technology systems in Scottish schools serves as a critical document for education…
India transforming public finance with digital identity and biometrics
India has implemented substantial digital initiatives to streamline pension verification and welfare benefit distribution. The digital life certificate system and…
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