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Vito Fabbrizio

3 Feb. 2025

3 min read

HID – Keeping a Critical Gateway Running in Asia

The Batam Centre seaport in Indonesia is one of southeast Asia’s busiest and most complex border crossing points. Situated at the intersection of Indonesia, Singapore, and Malaysia, Batam Centre serves as a vital conduit for international travelers and trade. With approximately 4.2 million passengers moving through Batam’s domestic and international ferry terminals in the first half of 2024, the location is a linchpin to regional connectivity.

Digital Identity

Armin Reuter

3 Feb. 2025

2 min read

Four Technologies Driving the Future of Digital Identity Management

For years, proof of identity relied solely on physical documents like passports or driving licences. However, the rise of new technologies has ushered in a wave of digital alternatives that offer greater convenience and security. Veridos, a leading provider of identity solutions, has identified four key technologies driving the evolution of digital identities.

Digital Identity

Francis Tuffy

3 Feb. 2025

2 min read

Document Scanner Launched to Detect Face Morphing

Regula, a developer of forensic devices and identity verification solutions, has unveiled the ForensicScope Regula 4125, a portable ID document scanner designed to detect face morphing, a sophisticated method of identity fraud that poses significant challenges to biometric systems.

Digital Identity

Francis Tuffy

3 Feb. 2025

3 min read

Identity Farming: A New Challenge to Identity Verification Systems

A new and alarming threat to identity verification systems has emerged, as researchers at iProov1 have uncovered an operation known as ‘identity farming’.

Digital Identity Free Free

Francis Tuffy

1 Nov. 2024

2 min read

EU Fights Digital Identity Theft

European law enforcement agencies are increasing their efforts to combat digital identity theft through the implementation of the European Identity Theft Observatory System (EITHOS), a centralised platform designed to address online identity fraud across the continent.

Digital Identity

Francis Tuffy

31 Oct. 2024

3 min read

Swedish Police Push for Real-Time Facial Recognition

The Swedish National Police is advocating for the deployment of real-time facial recognition technology to bolster efforts against serious crimes, such as those linked to the increasing number of gang-related incidents.

Digital Identity

Francis Tuffy

30 Oct. 2024

1 min read

Have Your Say on PQC Preparedness: Join the Survey

The rise of quantum computing poses serious risks to current cryptographic systems, threatening the security of identity management platforms and sensitive data across both public and private sectors. Post-quantum cryptography (PQC) is being developed to counter these risks, but readiness levels vary widely.

Digital Identity

Francis Tuffy

16 July 2024

4 min read

Venue Tickets Follow Visa Stickers into the Digital

Previously, in ID & Secure Document News™, I have written about the demise of the paper visa in favour of electronic versions that offer greater convenience and functionality over their physical counterparts (see IDN March 2024). In this editorial I will look at another application where digital is rapidly replacing physical.

Digital Identity Free Free

Francis Tuffy

27 June 2024

2 min read

Swiss Digital Identity Law Approved

Switzerland’s National Council has decisively approved the Federal Council’s new proposal for the introduction of electronic proof of identity (eID). This development marks a significant technological step forward, following the rejection of an initial proposal three years ago. The new eID is projected to be introduced in 2026.

Digital Identity

Francis Tuffy

27 June 2024

2 min read

EU Digital Identity Regulation Enters into Force

On 20 May 2024, the Digital Identity Regulation came into force, marking a significant step in the evolution of digital identity management across the European Union.

Digital Identity

Francis Tuffy

27 June 2024

2 min read

Council Calls for Global Adoption of Digital Health Certificates

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has issued a call to governments worldwide to join the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) Global Digital Health Certification Network (GDHCN). This initiative aims to prevent problems surrounding travel restrictions in the event of future health crises.

Digital Identity

Corinna Schindler

29 May 2024

3 min read

Seamless Travel Can Become a Reality

Automated and biometric solutions can make travel safe, easy, and hassle- free. But there are still challenges to overcome – and not just technical ones.

Digital Identity

Francis Tuffy

23 May 2024

4 min read

I Don’t Know About You, But I’m Getting Confused

I don’t know if you remember, but during the COVID-19 pandemic, several conspiracy theories circulated regarding Bill Gates and his involvement with digital identity. One theory claimed that Gates was pushing for widespread vaccination in order to implement a digital identification system tied to vaccination records.

Digital Identity

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

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!

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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

26 Jan. 2024

2 min read

Kenya’s Visas Go Digital

In a significant digital innovation, Kenya has introduced an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) system, overhauling its visa application process.

Digital Identity

Francis Tuffy

26 Jan. 2024

2 min read

HID’s Bahrain ePassport Design Gains Recognition at London Design Awards

HID, a trusted identity solutions leader, recently received acclaim at the London Design Awards for its Bahrain ePassport design.

Digital Identity

Francis Tuffy

26 Jan. 2024

4 min read

Underpinning Voter Security in a Bumper Year for Elections

As we step into a year marked by national elections across seven of the world’s ten most populous countries, the democratic process is gaining increasing global attention.

Digital Identity

Francis Tuffy

1 Dec. 2023

3 min read

There is No Such Thing as ‘Anonymised’ Data

The ID and secure document industry goes to great lengths to keep secure the personally identifiable information (PII) that we gather, as we are keenly aware of the injurious consequences of ID data breeches.

Digital Identity

Latest News

HID – Keeping a Critical Gateway Running in Asia

Four Technologies Driving the Future of Digital Identity Management

Document Scanner Launched to Detect Face Morphing

Identity Farming: A New Challenge to Identity Verification Systems

EU Fights Digital Identity Theft

Swedish Police Push for Real-Time Facial Recognition

Have Your Say on PQC Preparedness: Join the Survey

Venue Tickets Follow Visa Stickers into the Digital

Swiss Digital Identity Law Approved

EU Digital Identity Regulation Enters into Force

Council Calls for Global Adoption of Digital Health Certificates

Seamless Travel Can Become a Reality

I Don’t Know About You, But I’m Getting Confused

Nepal Digital ID to be Assigned at Birth

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

UK Government Prioritises Digital Identity and AI

Kenya’s Visas Go Digital

HID’s Bahrain ePassport Design Gains Recognition at London Design Awards

Underpinning Voter Security in a Bumper Year for Elections

There is No Such Thing as ‘Anonymised’ Data

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