AU10TIX Q1 2024 global identity fraud report identifies online gaming industry as new ID fraud hotspot
Unique View into Large-Scale Organised Identity Fraud Shows That Lax Regulations Continue to Propel Payments Sector Attacks AU10TIX, a global technology leader in identity verification and management, released its Q1 2024 Global Identity Fraud Report. Drawing insights...
Data collaboration in travel sector to strengthen data.norge.no
The time it takes to request securely-held data from travel authorities is sparking a new data collaboration within the transport sector. The protection of data we all have to submit to be permitted to travel can be a barrier for common data-sharing with citizens,...
Groundbreaking Technology Solves Major Problem of User Lockouts During MFA Resets
Nametag announced that it has been issued a patent relating to account recovery that, together with Nametag’s identity verification platform, solves a critical challenge of multi-factor authentication. Organizations using Nametag can offer users a fast, secure experience for enrolling new MFA devices using a government-issued ID and a selfie photo. The technology remediates a key user experience gap and a critical point of vulnerability that...
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Highlights to look forward to on Day 2 – Identity Week Europe 2024
Next week our doors will open to welcome back the identity industry to our greatest edition of Identity Week Europe yet, popularised by the thousands that attend year-on-year from travel organisations and big banks, to pioneering solution providers and innovative...
Commonwealth Bank of Australia to pilot international use of its NameCheck technology on Liink by J.P.Morgan
The Commonwealth Bank of Australia is set to become the first Australian bank to validate bank account details for international payments to Australia using its advanced NameCheck technology on Liink by J.P. Morgan. Liink, developed by J.P. Morgan’s blockchain unit...
Ticketmaster alerts shareholders first to hack affecting 560m users
Under pressure from 560 million users buying tickets for events worldwide, problems with temporary outages can be part and parcel of Ticketmaster's service. The site, when it "goes down", is quickly resurrected and millions of users presume their data is stored safely...
Apple announces Apple wallet ID feature rollout in Japan, first outside the US
Apple has unveiled plans to introduce its Apple Wallet ID feature in Japan, marking the first rollout outside the United States. Starting in the second half of next spring, Japanese residents with a My Number Card will be able to add their ID to Apple Wallet, enabling...
Biometric Digital Identity Financial Services Prism Report 2024 – by The Prism Project
The Future of Money is Prismatic Synopsis: Biometric Digital Identity Financial Services Prism Report 2024 1.2 trillion biometric digital identity financial services transactions will generate $40 billion globally by 2028. Fraud protection, user experience,...
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MOSIP announces interoperable QR code
MOSIP announced the launch of Claim 169 – a standardised, interoperable QR code, now successfully registered in the CBOR Web Token (CWT) Registry by IANA. In an update on Linkedin, the company posted: “By enabling secure facial authentication in remote areas with...
Interpol issues tender for “mobile biometric devices”
A tender has been issued by Interpol looking for providers of “mobile biometric devices” to collaborate on biometric “matching” technology to aid law enforcement agencies. The International Criminal Police Organization said it is willing to find one or more partners...
Retailers facing increasing cyber threats: NFU Mutual survey
Retailers are being urged to tighten their cybersecurity measures as new research reveals that over half have been victims of cyber crime. According to a survey conducted by NFU Mutual, 53% of retailers reported being affected by cyber attacks, highlighting the...
Bosnia and Herzegovina’s e-identity initiative: setting new standards in digital government
Bosnia and Herzegovina’s e-Identity initiative, led by the Agency for Identification Documents, Registers and Data Exchange (IDDEEA), is making significant strides towards positioning the country as a leader in digital identity in Europe. This initiative directly...
Changes of social media companies driving “benefits” to make children’s digital lives safer – Report
"It is reasonable to conclude that legislation and regulation is driving the companies to make significant numbers of important child privacy and safety changes" - Steve Wood, PrivacyX Consulting, Author. The impact of regulation to make children's digital lives safer...
Surprise general election announcement shelves Data Protection and Digital Information Bill
Rishi Sunak’s surprise call for a UK general election has shelved legislations that Parliament was in the midst of discussing for example, the Data Protection and Digital Information Bill. Cast off the table until parliament resumes after the election, it temporarily...
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Highlights to look forward to on Day 2 – Identity Week Europe 2024
Next week our doors will open to welcome back the identity industry to our greatest edition of Identity Week Europe yet, popularised by the thousands that attend year-on-year from travel organisations and big banks, to pioneering solution providers and innovative...
2 weeks to go until Identity Week Europe 2024 hits Amsterdam!
Defending key positions on all member states issuing eID and electronic signatures, Estonia's negotiations influenced the EU digital identity framework. Identity Week Europe 2024 will highlight the extent of Estonia's reputation as a digitalised nation for over 20...
First look at the agenda… Identity Week America 2024
Get foresight of what fantastic talks and discussions will be hosted at Identity Week America 2024 with the early release of the agenda - now LIVE! With notable speakers from companies like Adobe and Prime Video, the Transportation Security Administration and more,...
Last chance to save! Take a look inside at the final agenda 👀
We are excited to announce that the final agenda for the highly anticipated Identity Week Europe has been officially released! This year, we’re bringing together the brightest minds and leading innovators from around the globe to explore the latest in identity...
Uber Poland chooses Regula document readers to verify drivers
Uber Poland has chosen to implement Regula document readers to establish a robust and trustworthy identity verification process for drivers across the country. With this compact, yet powerful device, Uber has managed not only to properly authenticate drivers and their...
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Highlights to look forward to on Day 2 – Identity Week Europe 2024
Next week our doors will open to welcome back the identity industry to our greatest edition of Identity Week Europe yet, popularised by the thousands that attend year-on-year from travel organisations and big banks, to pioneering solution providers and innovative...
Biometric Digital Identity Financial Services Prism Report 2024 – by The Prism Project
The Future of Money is Prismatic Synopsis: Biometric Digital Identity Financial Services Prism Report 2024 1.2 trillion biometric digital identity financial services transactions will generate $40 billion globally by 2028. Fraud protection, user experience,...
FIDO Alliance launches global certification program for biometric identity verification
The FIDO Alliance has introduced the first globally available certification program aimed at testing and certifying the performance of remote biometric identity verification technologies. This initiative, known as the Face Verification Certification program, seeks to...
Interpol issues tender for “mobile biometric devices”
A tender has been issued by Interpol looking for providers of “mobile biometric devices” to collaborate on biometric “matching” technology to aid law enforcement agencies. The International Criminal Police Organization said it is willing to find one or more partners...
Changes of social media companies driving “benefits” to make children’s digital lives safer – Report
"It is reasonable to conclude that legislation and regulation is driving the companies to make significant numbers of important child privacy and safety changes" - Steve Wood, PrivacyX Consulting, Author. The impact of regulation to make children's digital lives safer...
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Groundbreaking Technology Solves Major Problem of User Lockouts During MFA Resets
Nametag announced that it has been issued a patent relating to account recovery that, together with Nametag’s identity verification platform, solves a critical challenge of multi-factor authentication. Organizations using Nametag can offer users a fast, secure...
AU10TIX Q1 2024 global identity fraud report identifies online gaming industry as new ID fraud hotspot
Unique View into Large-Scale Organised Identity Fraud Shows That Lax Regulations Continue to Propel Payments Sector Attacks AU10TIX, a global technology leader in identity verification and management, released its Q1 2024 Global Identity Fraud Report. Drawing insights...
Data collaboration in travel sector to strengthen data.norge.no
The time it takes to request securely-held data from travel authorities is sparking a new data collaboration within the transport sector. The protection of data we all have to submit to be permitted to travel can be a barrier for common data-sharing with citizens,...
Highlights to look forward to on Day 2 – Identity Week Europe 2024
Next week our doors will open to welcome back the identity industry to our greatest edition of Identity Week Europe yet, popularised by the thousands that attend year-on-year from travel organisations and big banks, to pioneering solution providers and innovative...
Commonwealth Bank of Australia to pilot international use of its NameCheck technology on Liink by J.P.Morgan
The Commonwealth Bank of Australia is set to become the first Australian bank to validate bank account details for international payments to Australia using its advanced NameCheck technology on Liink by J.P. Morgan. Liink, developed by J.P. Morgan’s blockchain unit...