Western Australia to go live with digital driver’s licenses in 2027
Western Australia is getting a digital driver’s license and digital ID – the last of Australia’s states to offer one….
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Entrust upgrades IDV as Australia expands AML/CTF rules to new sectors
Australia is expanding its Anti‑Money Laundering and Counter‑Terrorism Financing (AML/CTF) framework, with the most significant changes in nearly two decades. The…
Persona integrates with ConnectID for age checks through Australian payments network
Persona has announced an integration with ConnectID, the Australian digital identity exchange created by the country’s payments industry, Australian Payments…
Australian government not posturing with SMMA enforcement efforts: Wells
Australia’s move to put age restrictions on social media has spurred momentum on online safety regulations globally – and enthusiasm…
Australia’s data watchdog calls for input on draft Children’s Online Privacy Code
The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) is seeking feedback on its draft Children’s Online Privacy Code, calling for…
AusPost gives up on its digital ID amid rising competition
Australia Post is shutting down Digital iD, the first privately operated digital identity service to earn accreditation from the Australian…
Malaysia’s age verification rules for social media could be world’s strictest
Indonesia became the first Asian country to ban social media for under-16s, following Australia’s lead. Neighboring Malaysia is taking a…
US criticizes allies’ deepfake laws as other countries tighten AI controls
Reality is blurring with misinformation and deepfakes, and opposing views on regulation is leading to some high-level tension. South Korea,…
Socure launches payment screening as fintechs seek streamlined IDV, risk checks
Although fraud has been rising – Australia reported financial losses of US$1.4 billion due to scams – companies such as…
Australian ID trial for young offenders looks to rebuild lives
Rehabilitating those who committed crime is an important feature of modern justice and it’s even more so for young offenders….
