You’ve likely heard of digital driver’s licenses, digital passports, and digital IDs. Now, digital birth certificates are emerging as the latest addition to the digital identity landscape, offering a glimpse into the future of identification and authentication. An ongoing pilot program in New South Wales (NSW) in Australia...
When you read about collaboration in the financial services industry the topic usually centers around banks and FinTechs. But maybe there’s more to that story. Because sometimes competitors can collaborate and when the topic turns to ID fraud, a team effort among banks just might...
With consumers looking for more frictionless authentication, retailers ranging from Whole Foods to Steak ’n Shake are adding biometric payments. Amazon has been looking to remove friction from its Amazon One pay-by-palm capability, most recently launching an app to make signups easier, per an announcement Thursday (March 28), where consumers could previously only sign...
As societies become increasingly interconnected and reliant on digital tools, governments are recognizing the need to adapt and innovate to meet the evolving needs of their citizens. In this context, the concept of digital public infrastructure (DPI), defined by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) as “a critical enabler...
April 09, 2024
When you read about collaboration in the financial services industry the topic usually centers around banks and FinTechs. But maybe there’s more to that story. Because sometimes competitors can collaborate and when the topic turns to ID fraud, a team effort among banks just might be a welcome development. It’s certainly a development that’s top […]
January 12, 2024
In the payments and financial landscape, staying still often means falling behind. And falling behind in today’s rapidly digitizing environment can be dangerous. That’s because traditional security systems are proving...
January 04, 2024
Crypto had a bumpy, and at times wild, 2023. But industry observers and participants continue to believe that blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies have the potential to revolutionize financial inclusion for marginalized and unbanked...
December 14, 2023
Introduction: Online sellers are consistently grappling with the delicate balance of upholding robust security measures while providing customers with a seamless shopping experience. Central to striking this balance is the...
March 20, 2024
FinTech startup AutoSettle launched a platform to improve the vehicle-buying process in Australia. The platform is the world’s first virtual settlement exchange for cars and offers instant and secure transactions, according to a Wednesday (March 20) news release. “AutoSettle is set to redefine the landscape of vehicle transactions in Australia,” AutoSettle Co-founder Patrick McComish said in the release. Consumers buying vehicles […]
February 20, 2024
After a pilot program in Australia and New Zealand, Tinder will be expanding its identity verification feature to users in the United States, the United Kingdom, Brazil and Mexico. The...
February 14, 2024
Somos unveiled an Internet of Things identity management service designed to safeguard businesses’ IoT assets. The new SomosID aims to provide businesses with a registry for their IoT assets, enhancing...
January 04, 2024
Identity verification company Intellicheck has rolled out enhancements for digital users of its identity platform. “Clients integrating the new Capture process can be up and running with no more than two simple web hooks,”...
