Physical and social divides hamper universal national digital identity goals
A national ID by definition should include all eligible nationals. But as countries move towards national digital ID it can…
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How the ID industry can become more sustainable – and help to raise awareness for greener travel
By Tobias Nuessle, COO of Veridos The travel and tourism industry is a significant contributor to global CO2 emissions. Various…
Digital ID infrastructure will speed up financial inclusion push in Pacific Islands region
For Pacific Islands nations to effectively implement their digital transformation agenda and advance financial inclusion, putting in place the right…
Pix adds NFC scanning, device biometrics to Brazilian digital payments platform
Brazil’s pioneering instant payment system, Pix, is taking a step forward with the introduction of Pix by Approximation, a feature…
South Africa adopts biometrics for social protection, following India’s example
As governments worldwide strive to address inequality and build resilient communities, innovative digital tools are emerging as key enablers for…
Understanding digital public infrastructure: A key to sustainable development
Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) refers to the foundational digital systems and services that support government operations, citizen engagement, and economic…
Indonesia tests new digital ID system, calls on ASEAN to speed up DEFA negotiations
Indonesia is rolling out the limited release of its new digital government platform INA Digital. In this first phase, INA…
G20 ministers pledge AI transparency and digital inclusion with DPI at the core
At the G20 Digital Economy Ministers’ meeting held in Maceió, Brazil, on September 13, 2024, global leaders reaffirmed their commitment…
West Africa unifying legal framework for financial inclusion, digital economy
West Africa is at the precipice of a digital economy shift, with efforts spearheaded by governments and organizations across the…
Airport biometrics set the example for other sectors
Biometrics rollouts at airports supplied several of the most popular articles of the week on Biometric Update, along with multi-modal…
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