Digital ID wallet maker Lissi announces spinoff
German digital ID wallet maker Lissi is spinning off as an independent startup. Led by Helge Michael, Sebastian Bickerle and…
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European Commission issues call for tenders for age verification solution
The European Commission, DG CNECT – Communications Networks, Content and Technology, has released a call for tenders for the “Development,…
DHS seeks info on upgrading to cloud biometrics for national security database
The long and winding path to an upgraded biometric data management system for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)…
Ethiopia to streamline public procurement system with Fayda digital ID
A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been signed between the Ethiopia National ID Program (NIDP) and the Public Procurement and…
GET Group to provide ISO-compliant mDLs in Ecuador
Security and identity management firm GET Group Latin America has signed an agreement to issue digital driver’s licenses with ISO…
US Congressional investigator specifies Login.gov’s persistent technical issues
While most of the 24 Chief Financial Officers (CFO) of federal agencies that use Login.gov for identity proofing services identified…
ENISA launches working group for EUDI Wallet certification
Europe’s main cybersecurity agency is inviting experts in cybersecurity certification, digital wallets, electronic identification and trust services to join a…
Netherlands exploring new biometric border management systems with RFI
The Netherlands is looking into new automated border control systems that could help manage passenger flows and allow for the…
FIDO turns to scaling passkeys at Authenticate 2024
The Authenticate 2024 conference hosted by the FIDO Alliance was focused mainly on passkeys; their adoption, benefits and fit with…
Bahrain’s vision, eKYC, digital ID and biometric innovation
Bahrain’s Vision 2030 is to become the global leader in digital identity services and a cashless society. The government believes…
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