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Francis Tuffy

1 May 2024

3 min read

Stricter Voter ID Laws for US Elections

As voters prepare to exercise their democratic right once again, we draw on an NBC News report to examine the growing trend of stricter voter ID requirements across various states.

ID Cards

Francis Tuffy

28 April 2024

7 min read

ODDS 2024 – Innovate to Thrive

Nestled among seven hills overlooking the Tagus River, Portugal’s vibrant capital city Lisbon played host to the Optical & Digital Document Security™ (ODDS) 2024 conference (8-10 April).

Events

Francis Tuffy

28 April 2024

7 min read

Face-to-Face with Antoine Grenier – CEO of IDEMIA Smart Identity

Antoine Grenier is a seasoned leader, who built his strong background in engineering on large international projects.

Interviews

Mónica Peralta

26 April 2024

3 min read

The Evolution of LatAm Passports: Tradition Meets Innovation

Latin America (LatAm) boasts a rich tapestry of cultures, landscapes, and identities, intricately woven into the fabric of each nation. At the heart of this diversity lies the passport, a symbolic gateway that not only facilitates travel but also embodies the essence of sovereignty and citizenship.

Free Passports Free

Francis Tuffy

28 March 2024

2 min read

Nepal Digital ID to be Assigned at Birth

In a significant move toward digital identity management, the Nepalese government has commenced assigning national ID numbers to children during birth registration, aimed at maintaining a comprehensive database of citizens from early childhood.

Digital Identity

Francis Tuffy

28 March 2024

2 min read

Reconnaissance Publishes Directory of ID Document Suppliers

Reconnaissance International, publisher of ID & Secure Document News™ (IDN), has released the inaugural edition of the Directory of ID & Secure Document Suppliers.

Company Free Free

Francis Tuffy

27 March 2024

3 min read

Stricter Voter ID Laws for US Elections

Since commenting on the state of voter ID at the 2020 US presidential election (see IDN November 2020), ID & Secure Document News™ has followed up with several other stories (IDN January 2021, June 2021 and August 2022) that demonstrate the overlap between ID, technology and politics.

ID Cards

Francis Tuffy

27 March 2024

4 min read

You Wouldn’t Wait 10 Years for Your Phone to Fix Itself – Would You?

In an increasingly connected world, where patches and updates are delivered to your smartphone on a daily basis, Juliette Thomas and Jérôme Boudineau, from IDEMIA Smart Identity, ask why we need to wait for an electronic ID card to be reissued before we can get an updated operating system. Well now, we don’t!

Digital Identity ID Cards

Francis Tuffy

27 March 2024

4 min read

ID Awards 2024 – Celebrating the Industry!

One of the highlights of the High Security Printing™ (HSP) conferences each year is the regional awards for the best ID documents and banknotes, which this year were presented at the HSP gala dinner in Sofia.

ID Cards

Francis Tuffy

27 March 2024

4 min read

High Security Printing EMEA 2024 – Justifiably Over-Subscribed!

Nestling in the heart of the Balkans, Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria, was the picturesque setting for the latest edition of the High Security Printing™ (HSP) conference series (4-6 March). The sell-out event, which had to close its doors to new registrations three weeks in advance, proved to be a success for participants, exhibitors, presenters, and sponsors alike!

Events

Francis Tuffy

27 March 2024

2 min read

UK Government Prioritises Digital Identity and AI

The UK government has recently spotlighted digital identity and artificial intelligence (AI) as key technologies for state- supported research. Its policy document promises to reshape how the UK interacts with technology and pave the way for economic growth and a more inclusive society.

AI Digital Identity Free Free

Francis Tuffy

27 March 2024

5 min read

News in Brief

France has officially introduced its digital driving licence system following successful trials in Hauts-de-Seine, Eure-et-Loir, and Rhône, as announced by Interior Minister Gérald Darmanin.

News

Francis Tuffy

27 March 2024

3 min read

Learning Lessons from the Physical to Digital Evolution of Visa Stickers

In my previous roles within security print-related companies, all the way to my current editorial duties, I’ve witnessed many shifting patterns in the landscape of identity and secure documents.

ID Cards

Francis Tuffy

27 March 2024

2 min read

A Closer Look at Latvia’s ePassport

In the realm of document security, Latvia is making significant strides with its new ePassport.

Passports

Francis Tuffy

1 March 2024

2 min read

Short Print Run Security Business Gets Big ISO Boost

In an industry dominated by large-scale operations catering to government and corporate contracts, one small-format security print business is making a big impact with its specialised services.

Company

Francis Tuffy

1 March 2024

2 min read

AI Detects Forged Documents Through Holograms

With the advent of advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), detecting forged documents has taken a significant leap forward.

AI

Francis Tuffy

1 March 2024

1 min read

Too Late for HSP, Just in Time for ODDS

Such has been the demand to attend the High Security Printing™ EMEA conference (HSP) in Sofia, Bulgaria, that registration for the event has now closed.

Events

Francis Tuffy

1 March 2024

4 min read

New Documents Issued

This month, three new document issues go on record, with the launch of the Macau Electronic ID, the Latvia ePassport and the Greece ePassport.

ID Cards

Francis Tuffy

1 March 2024

3 min read

What Can Airport Iris Recognition Systems Learn from Apple?

Optic ID, an iris authentication system developed by Apple, is a key feature integrated into Apple’s new Vision Pro headset. This technology enables users to securely unlock their device, authorise transactions, access personal data, and sign-in to various applications using iris recognition.

Biometrics Free Technical Features Free

Francis Tuffy

1 March 2024

2 min read

US Spends Big on ID Management Infrastructure

The US government has recently awarded a substantial three-year contract, worth $386.3 million, to General Dynamics, a leading defence contractor, for the operation of its biometric ID management infrastructure.

Company

Latest News

Stricter Voter ID Laws for US Elections

ODDS 2024 – Innovate to Thrive

Face-to-Face with Antoine Grenier – CEO of IDEMIA Smart Identity

The Evolution of LatAm Passports: Tradition Meets Innovation

Nepal Digital ID to be Assigned at Birth

Reconnaissance Publishes Directory of ID Document Suppliers

Stricter Voter ID Laws for US Elections

You Wouldn’t Wait 10 Years for Your Phone to Fix Itself – Would You?

ID Awards 2024 – Celebrating the Industry!

High Security Printing EMEA 2024 – Justifiably Over-Subscribed!

UK Government Prioritises Digital Identity and AI

News in Brief

Learning Lessons from the Physical to Digital Evolution of Visa Stickers

A Closer Look at Latvia’s ePassport

Short Print Run Security Business Gets Big ISO Boost

AI Detects Forged Documents Through Holograms

Too Late for HSP, Just in Time for ODDS

New Documents Issued

What Can Airport Iris Recognition Systems Learn from Apple?

US Spends Big on ID Management Infrastructure

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