Singapore moves to end use of NRIC numbers for authentication
Singapore is looking to phase out the use of its National Registration Identity Card (NRIC) numbers, an official identity document,…
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Checkr IDV launches with Socure biometrics to counter hiring fraud
Checkr has introduced a new biometric identity verification system designed to help employers confirm candidate identities during the hiring process….
Cambridge launches initiative to align, improve digital identity regulations
A new initiative has been launched by University of Cambridge this week to help foster effective regulation of digital identity…
South Korea, Australia, Portugal top OECD Digital Government Index for 2025
The OECD has published its 2025 results and key findings from the Digital Government Index (DGI) and Open, Useful and…
Preview of UK DVS Trust Framework 1.0 shows what ‘good digital identity looks like’
The UK has issued a pre-release of the 1.0 publication of its digital verification services (DVS) trust framework, which replaces…
Swiss e-ID delayed to December, renewed focus on security and trustworthiness
Switzerland ranks slightly above average in the OECD’s 2025 Digital Government Index (DGI), placing 13th overall. The result would seem…
Ireland to digitize 100% of key digital public services by 2030
Ireland’s seventh place ranking in the OECD’s 2025 Digital Government Index (DGI) reflects a well-established reputation as a digital hub,…
Visa connects digital ID wallets with shifting payments, service expectations
Governments are turning to digital identity wallets as expectations for public service delivery have changed. A major part of that…
Japan opens My Number Card to private app integration by Toshiba in digital ID shift
Japan is expanding its national digital identity system, authorizing Toshiba Digital Engineering Corporation to install applications in the unused space…
St. Lucia launches authentication framework to ease access to digital public services
Eastern Caribbean nation St. Lucia has launched a centralized national identity management system which it calls the National Authentication Framework…
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