Ian Fleming

Japan to require IC chip ID verification for online bank accounts in 2027

2025-06-20 Ian Fleming

TheJapan will require banks and credit card companies to use IC chip-based identity verification for non-face-to-face account openings starting in April 2027, under a revised rule aimed at curbing fraud.

UK Companies Face New Compliance Requirements Under IDV Law

2025-06-20 Ian Fleming

Companies are preparing for a major shift in compliance as Companies House rolls out a new identity verification system aimed at boosting corporate transparency and tackling economic crime.

Cybercriminals Turn Data Brokers, Europol Warns

2025-06-15 Ian Fleming

Cybercriminals increasingly treat data not just as a target, but as currency. Europol’s 2025 threat assessment details how LLMs, infostealers, and encrypted platforms are fueling a global data black market.

Watchdog pushes IRS on stronger oversight of ID.me's identity-proofing program

2025-06-13 Ian Fleming

GAO says that ID.me needs improved documentation, as well as transparency around AI use. Hourly reports of fraudulent users who skirted ID.me barriers are provided to the IRS.

Russia launching digital ID ‘super-app’ inspired by Chinese WeChat

2025-06-13 Ian Fleming

The app will be more than a national messenger, allowing users to confirm their age at the supermarket or check into a hotel without presenting paper documents.

Mitek Systems failed to convince the US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit that it had standing to sue for a declaratory judgment against USAA

2025-06-13 Ian Fleming

The United Services Automobile Association sued Wells Fargo NA, PNC Bank NA, and Truist Bank beginning in 2018 over several patents. The appeals court on Thursday backed the US District Court for the Eastern District of Texas’ dismissal.

Maldives releases digital ID draft legislation for public feedback

2025-06-11 Ian Fleming

Stakeholders and members of the public have until June 15 to submit comments to the first draft of the country’s Digital Identity Bill.

VERA and cheqd Partner to Deliver Secure, Verifiable Digital Identity for African Businesses

2025-06-11 Ian Fleming

With this partnership, VERA and cheqd are positioning Africa at the forefront of this transformation, while also laying the foundations for cross-border interoperability with the EU, US, and UK.

Jumio Positioned as the Leader in the 2025 SPARK Matrix

2025-06-10 Ian Fleming

The QKS Group SPARK Matrix™ evaluates vendors based on technology excellence and customer impact.

TokenWorks launches AgeVisor 3 scanner with mobile driver’s license support

2025-06-09 Ian Fleming

The ID scanner combines e-passport chip reading, mDL support, high resolution color imaging and durability in a single device for age-restricted businesses.

France considers requiring Musk’s X to verify users's age

2025-06-09 Ian Fleming

The French government is considering designating X as a porn platform — a move that will likely have the platform implementing strict age verification requirements.

U.S. Department of Education to Implement New Identity Validation Processes to Combat Student Aid Fraud

2025-06-08 Ian Fleming

Today, the U.S. Department of Education announced it will launch a nationwide effort to eliminate identity theft and fraud in the federal student aid programs for the fall 2025 semester to protect taxpayers while significantly reducing the administrative

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Japan to require IC chip ID verification for online bank accounts in 2027

UK Companies Face New Compliance Requirements Under IDV Law

Cybercriminals Turn Data Brokers, Europol Warns

Watchdog pushes IRS on stronger oversight of ID.me's identity-proofing program

Russia launching digital ID ‘super-app’ inspired by Chinese WeChat

Mitek Systems failed to convince the US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit that it had standing to sue for a declaratory judgment against USAA

Maldives releases digital ID draft legislation for public feedback

VERA and cheqd Partner to Deliver Secure, Verifiable Digital Identity for African Businesses

Jumio Positioned as the Leader in the 2025 SPARK Matrix

TokenWorks launches AgeVisor 3 scanner with mobile driver’s license support

France considers requiring Musk’s X to verify users's age

U.S. Department of Education to Implement New Identity Validation Processes to Combat Student Aid Fraud

Greece Urges Citizens to Secure New Digital ID Ahead of September 2025

Anti-fraud technology employed withAustralian states' digital drivers licenses may be “invalid” and easy to make

China set to unveil its “Cyberspace ID,” a national digital ID system that centralises online identity verification

Grindr partners with Facetec for biometric age assurance in the UK

Digital Credentials API first draft published by W3C