Scaling Nepal’s digital economy will require interoperable identity infrastructure
Two recent studies on Nepal’s digital transformation paint a picture of robust growth but somewhat fragile foundations. Nepal’s digital economy…
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iDen2, Carahsoft deal brings decentralized digital identity platform to US agencies
iDen2 has entered a strategic partnership with Carahsoft Technology Corp. to expand the availability of its platform across U.S. government…
Ireland wants to make its welfare card more like a national ID
Ireland’s government wants to enable citizens to use Public Services Cards (PSC), currently distributed by the Department of Social Protection…
Jordan makes digital ID mandatory for access to public services
Lawmakers in Jordan have greenlighted amendments to the country’s civil status registration legislation which institutionalizes digital ID and makes it…
Senegal launches digital government portal to ease access to public services
Senegalese authorities say a digital government portal which enables access to a wide range of public services has gone operational….
Philippines introduces biometric liveness for retiree proof-of-life verification
A facial recognition system with liveness detection has been introduced as an alternative for proof-of-life verification of pensioners in the…
Sri Lanka digital ID MSP RFI closes, evaluation expected in April
The Information and Communication Technology Agency has completed the Request for Information (RFI) submissions for selecting a Managed Service Provider…
Nepal rolls out integrated digital system, faces acceptance problem with Nagarik app
Nobody needs more paperwork especially if it’s repetitive. In Nepal the government is trying to cut down on duplicate paperwork….
Australia exploring plans to connecting AGDIS to private sector identity exchanges
Earlier in March, Australia’s Department of Finance closed its tender for “professional services to undertake current‑state mapping and analysis of…
Sri Lanka navigating digital ID transition through governance and robust framework
Before the Sri Lanka Unique Digital ID project transitioning from planning to implementation at scale, it is essential to establish…
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