Japan sets October launch for My Number Card on Android
Japan will launch My Number Card on Android on October 20, adding government-verified identity attributes to Google Wallet for in-person…
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Japan merges My Number apps into unified digital identity platform
Japan’s Digital Agency has launched the My Number App (Myna App), a portal for government services and identity verification. The…
Japan, EU validate cross-border digital wallet interoperability
A pilot that was aimed at testing the technical feasibility of cross-border issuance and verification of academic credentials between Japan…
Pokémon card scalping prompts plans for IDV with Japan’s My Number
Want to catch’ em all? You might have to perform biometric identity verification first. A notice posted by the Pokémon…
Japan opens My Number Card to private app integration by Toshiba in digital ID shift
Japan is expanding its national digital identity system, authorizing Toshiba Digital Engineering Corporation to install applications in the unused space…
Japan outlines next phase of digital transformation in New Year message
While perhaps quieter about it compared to others in its neighborhood, Japan is also engaged in digital transformation and its…
Japan formally completes digitizing health insurance card, following EU nations
Japan has completed the integration of its national health insurance program into the My Number ID system, as it moves…
AB Circle card readers certified for Japan’s fused digital ID, driver’s license
AB Circle has thrown its weight behind Japan’s “MyNa License” initiative, which combines the existing My Number card and driver’s…
Socket Mobile readers certified for Japan’s My Number Card digital identity program
Socket Mobile has won official approval from the Japanese government for its SocketScan S370 and S550 data-capture devices, qualifying them…
Fime develops interoperability test tool for Japan’s digital ID
Japan has enlisted the help of strategic consultancy and testing provider Fime to enable interoperable and scalable testing for mobile…
