Digital Id news and trends

Nearly Half of Consumers Use Digital Wallets for Bill Payments Globally
Digital Payments // April 02, 2025

Despite a global familiarity with digital wallets, how consumers are actually using them reveals a patchwork of preferences and nascent adoption beyond basic transactions. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content —...

EC Adopts Technical Standards for EU Digital Identity Wallets
Digital Identity // November 29, 2024

The European Commission (EC) has adopted technical standards for cross-border European Digital Identity (eID) Wallets in the European Union (EU), saying this will help member states build their own wallets and release them by the end of 2026. Get the Full Story Complete the form to...

47% of Brazilians Use Digital Wallets for Bill Payments
Mobile Wallets // November 21, 2024

Brazil is reshaping the global use of digital wallets, with consumers relying on them for bill payments and identity verification, unlike other countries, where they are mainly used for eCommerce. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

90% of Consumers Are Familiar With Digital Wallets, but Struggle to Define Them
Mobile Wallets // November 19, 2024

As digital wallets become a staple of modern consumer life, there’s a need for clarity around their functions. While many consumers are familiar with the technology, confusion persists regarding what exactly constitutes a “digital wallet.” Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...

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Nearly Half of Consumers Use Digital Wallets for Bill Payments Globally

April 02, 2025
Despite a global familiarity with digital wallets, how consumers are actually using them reveals a patchwork of preferences and nascent adoption beyond basic transactions. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS […]

47% of Brazilians Use Digital Wallets for Bill Payments

November 21, 2024
Brazil is reshaping the global use of digital wallets, with consumers relying on them for bill payments and identity verification, unlike other countries, where they are mainly used for eCommerce....

90% of Consumers Are Familiar With Digital Wallets, but Struggle to Define Them

November 19, 2024
As digital wallets become a staple of modern consumer life, there’s a need for clarity around their functions. While many consumers are familiar with the technology, confusion persists regarding what...

Google: Digital IDs Shift Digital Wallets Beyond Payments and Passes

September 12, 2024
First, digital wallets came for paper cash, credit cards and the leather billfold. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

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Google Wallet Expands Availability of Age and Identity Features

April 29, 2025
Google Wallet has announced several updates that help users prove their age and identity. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you agree to receive marketing […]

EC Adopts Technical Standards for EU Digital Identity Wallets

November 29, 2024
The European Commission (EC) has adopted technical standards for cross-border European Digital Identity (eID) Wallets in the European Union (EU), saying this will help member states build their own wallets and...

Block Joins NIST Program to Promote Mobile Driver’s Licenses

August 29, 2024
Block is working with the U.S. government to promote the use of digital identity tools. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

IDEMIA and My Family ID Partner on Capturing Identification Information

August 26, 2024
IDEMIA Public Security North America and My Family ID have partnered to help families capture a photo, fingerprints and other identification information for their children for use in case a...