2025-02-06
Per Henrikson
The acquisition aims to strengthen Signaturit’s position in the European digital trust market, which has seen significant growth following the implementation of the EU Digital Identity Regulation.
iDenfy has announced a partnership with Venevo, a Romania-based crowdlending startup. Venevo, which operates as an EU-licensed Crowdfunding Service Provider, will integrate iDenfy’s identity verification and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) screening tools to automate its customer onboarding process.
The solution provides real-time, government-backed validation of identity documents — including passports, driving licenses, and visas — ensuring compliance with local AML and KYC regulations while reducing fraud and streamlining onboarding processes through automation.
2025-02-06
Per Henrikson
The European Commission has unveiled the European Business Wallet, a new digital initiative aimed at simplifying business operations across the EU. Announced by Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on January 29, 2025, as part of the EU Competitiveness Compass 2025, the initiative builds upon the existing eIDAS 2.0 framework that expanded digital identity capabilities in the EU. The initiativ
South Africa’s Department of Home Affairs (DHA) has unveiled comprehensive plans to expand its national smart ID card system in 2025, including widespread accessibility improvements and enhanced security features. The initiative will extend smart ID card availability to all South African citizens, including previously excluded groups such as naturalized citizens and permanent residents.
2025-02-06
Ian Fleming
Okta, a San Francisco-based identity management startup, announced Monday a bunch of updates to its products that are aimed at improving its offerings on mobile devices.
2025-02-03
Per Henrikson
Enjoying a vibrant iGaming ecosystem, and some of Europe’s toughest laws against the sector, Spain is looking to further protect youngsters from falling prey to gambling-related harm.
India has expanded its Aadhaar authentication service to let businesses such as those in e-commerce, hospitality, and healthcare use the biometrics of individuals to authenticate their identity.
Uzbekistan and Azerbaijan are advancing plans to implement biometric identification documents for cross-border travel between the two nations, replacing traditional passports. The initiative represents a significant shift in border management procedures between the countries and builds upon both nations’ existing digital identity infrastructure.