Nigeria incorporating contactless fingerprints for online passport renewal
The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) says it will soon enter an era where the application process for renewing passports will…
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Thailand kicks off $13B stimulus handout via digital wallets
Thailand has launched the first stage of its digital wallet scheme that will provide millions of citizens with free money,…
Fiji sets 3-year timeline for National Digital ID project
Fiji has hosted a workshop for its National Digital ID Project leading to a timeframe being established for completion of…
Papua New Guinea advances digital ID, wallet and govt platform to pilot
Papua New Guinea has stood up a new digital ID, wallet and online government platform, and plans to pilot them…
Global shift to digital govt accelerates
Governments around the world are increasingly turning to digital platforms to enhance public service delivery and address various global challenges,…
Chinese nationals can now verify their IDs digitally overseas
Chinese nationals will be able to authenticate and verify their identities digitally during electronic know your customer (eKYC) processes overseas….
New South Wales Digital Strategy is building a roadmap to inclusion and safety
Chris Minns’ Labour government has launched its new digital roadmap for New South Wales, Australia’s most populous state and home…
Malaysia backtracks on national digital ID requirement for transport dept app
An app from Malaysia’s Road Transport Department caused a stir with an announcement that it will require its citizens to…
UN sees positive strides in digital government service delivery
Digital government has made major steps forward around the world over the past two years, according to a new report…
ScotAccount expands digital ID services, explores One Login integration
Since its launch in February 2023, ScotAccount, a digital identity service developed by the Scottish Government, has made key moves…
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