Cambodia introduces new eID card with biometrics and QR codes
The Cambodian government has issued instructions for ID cards and their new form. This includes the card’s design, features, validity…
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WISeKey in talks with several African govts for digital ID systems rollout
Swiss digital ID provider WISeKey has announced that it is negotiating with an undisclosed number of African governments for the…
Fintechs crucial to trust needed for financial inclusion: Rwanda Stock Exchange CEO
The growing emergence of fintechs in Africa represents major hope for the continent’s financial inclusion efforts. However, one serious problem…
Somalia decries plan by autonomous region to create parallel ID system
The Somali government has sharply criticized plans by Puntland, an autonomous region in the federal country, to create its own…
Papua New Guinea not ready for biometric voting, electoral commissioner says
Papua New Guinea will hold general elections at some point in or before 2027 to elect members of the National…
DPI eases financial inclusion, benefits delivery from India to Finland
As countries continue to roll out their digital transformation programs, conversations about the critical role of digital public infrastructure (DPI)…
Robust connectivity needed to drive digital economy: GITEX Africa 2025
Africa’s digital transformation is progressively maturing and one of the ways of giving this journey a massive boost is by…
UNDP highlights inclusive growth potential of Pakistan’s AI, digital identity strategy
Pakistan is integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into its digital identity infrastructure to improve service delivery and security. According to UNDP’s…
Bhutan aims to upskill its citizens and grow awareness of national ID app
Bhutan, the Himalayan mountain kingdom better known for its Buddhist traditions and sublime scenery, also happens to be a recognized…
Vietnam’s digital growth threatened by scams: GSMA Digital Summit
Vietnam is one of the world’s fastest growing economies and the country’s leadership has emphasized the digital economy as a…
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