Ian Fleming

Latest NIST age estimation test shows gains by Cognitec, Idemia, Innovatrics, Yoti

2025-08-26 Ian Fleming

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has posted fresh test results on its benchmark for facial age estimation technologies

WISeKey Unveils Next-Gen WISeID: Decentralized Identity Platform for People and Objects

2025-08-26 Ian Fleming

WISeKey has launched a next-generation WISeID platform, a decentralized identity framework for the decentralized internet. The platform combines WISeID, a people identity platform, and SEALCOIN, an object identity platform, to enable secure interactions, transactions, and authentication for individuals and connected devices with full autonomy.

Sumsub Appoints Head of Government Relations to Lead Global Policy Strategy

2025-08-25 Ian Fleming

Sumsub announced the appointment of Kat Cloud as Head of Government Relations. A recognized leader in fintech policy and regulatory affairs, Cloud will spearhead Sumsub’s global government engagement.

U.S. Treasury Department is proposing integration of identity verification mechanisms into decentralized smart contracts

2025-08-25 Ian Fleming

The initiative, part of the ongoing consultation under the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins Act (GENIUS Act), seeks to evaluate new tools to combat illicit finance in digital asset markets.

Ripple Rumors Stir Speculation on Digital Identity and Global Strategy

2025-08-25 Ian Fleming

Ripple, a major Swiss bank, and a U.S.-based blockchain firm, goes beyond cross-border settlement – hinting at a push into digital identity and compliance systems.

Toyota Explores Blockchain to Digitize Vehicle Ownership

2025-08-24 Ian Fleming

The Japanese car maker is making strides in the RWA space, pioneering the way how vehicles can evolve in the Web3 world.

Bluesky blocks Mississippi due to its new age verification law

2025-08-23 Ian Fleming

Users with Mississippi IP addresses can no longer access the Bluesky app.

PAD for ID cards improving (gradually): IJCB 2025 competition

2025-08-22 Ian Fleming

Presentation attack detection on ID cards is improving, although the technology is facing challenges, according to results of the PAD-ID Card 2025 competition.

Harvard duo behind facial recognition glasses launching always-on speech recording

2025-08-22 Ian Fleming

The wearable device listens to conversations and displays relevant information with the help of AI chatbots, giving the user superhuman intelligence.

iPhone driver's licenses now available in these 10 US states in Apple Wallet

2025-08-21 Ian Fleming

Another state has been added to Apple's list of entities that offer digital driver's licenses.

Google Wallet adds support for eighth state ID: Montana

2025-08-19 Ian Fleming

As previewed this April, Google Wallet for Android is now rolling out support for Montana state IDs and...

Jordan Launches E-Passport Pilot Phase To Boost Digital Transformation And Travel Security

2025-08-19 Ian Fleming

E-passport initiative of Jordan sets a benchmark for digital transformation in government services, enhancing travel ease with secure, smart passports. The initiative is being led by the Civil Status and Passports Department (CSPD) and promises to make Jordan one of the leaders in digital government services in the region.

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Latest NIST age estimation test shows gains by Cognitec, Idemia, Innovatrics, Yoti

WISeKey Unveils Next-Gen WISeID: Decentralized Identity Platform for People and Objects

Sumsub Appoints Head of Government Relations to Lead Global Policy Strategy

U.S. Treasury Department is proposing integration of identity verification mechanisms into decentralized smart contracts

Ripple Rumors Stir Speculation on Digital Identity and Global Strategy

Toyota Explores Blockchain to Digitize Vehicle Ownership

Bluesky blocks Mississippi due to its new age verification law

PAD for ID cards improving (gradually): IJCB 2025 competition

Harvard duo behind facial recognition glasses launching always-on speech recording

iPhone driver's licenses now available in these 10 US states in Apple Wallet

Google Wallet adds support for eighth state ID: Montana

Jordan Launches E-Passport Pilot Phase To Boost Digital Transformation And Travel Security

BSI Launches Certification Service to Build Trust in Digital Identity Verification Services

Insurance Fraud Linked to Identity Theft in the US Likely to Rise Significantly in 2025

ID.me Nets $340M for Digital Identity Push

UK Directors Told to Verify Identity – Scammers Got There First

New Zealand First Introduces Bill To Protect Against ‘Digital ID’ Overreach