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Dotfile and Bastion Partner on AML Compliance Stack for Branded Stablecoin Programs
Dotfile and Bastion have partnered to deliver a combined AML and compliance stack aimed at branded stablecoin issuers, positioning the integration as infrastructure for regulated entities exploring tokenized money products. The collaboration brings together Dotfile’s compliance automation with Bastion’s stablecoin and custody services, addressing onboarding, transaction monitoring, and regulatory reporting requirements as stablecoin programs move closer to mainstream financial use.
Fingerprint Cards Says AllKey Powers Biometric Server-Rack Access Control in Indian Data Centers
Fingerprint Cards says its FPC AllKey biometric technology is being used in a new server-rack access control solution aimed at Indian data centers. The company said the system provides biometric authentication at the individual rack level rather than only at building or data hall entry points, tightening access control for critical infrastructure environments.
Persona, Incode, and Veratad Join OpenAge Initiative as Age Assurance Shifts Toward Reusable Credentials
Persona, Incode, and Veratad have joined the OpenAge initiative, signaling growing industry alignment around reusable, privacy-preserving age assurance credentials. The move reflects a broader shift away from repeated document checks toward interoperable age signals that can be reused across platforms, as regulators and online services push for stronger but less intrusive age gating models.
Mitek Systems Draws $50M Term Loan Ahead of Convertible Note Maturity
Mitek Systems has entered into a $50 million term loan agreement as it approaches the maturity of an existing convertible note, reinforcing its balance sheet ahead of upcoming financial obligations. The financing move comes as Mitek continues to position its identity verification and fraud detection portfolio amid evolving demand for digital onboarding and remote authentication.
NADRA Launches Bug Bounty Challenge 2026 to Strengthen Pakistan’s Digital Identity Systems
Pakistan’s National Database and Registration Authority has launched a Bug Bounty Challenge for 2026, inviting security researchers to identify vulnerabilities across its digital identity infrastructure. The initiative reflects a proactive approach to strengthening national ID systems through external testing and aligns with broader global trends toward responsible disclosure in government digital services.
UIDAI to Launch Full Aadhaar App With Family Verification and Privacy-First Sharing
India’s Unique Identification Authority is preparing to launch a full Aadhaar mobile application featuring family verification capabilities and privacy-focused data sharing controls. The app is intended to give residents greater control over how Aadhaar data is accessed and shared, supporting selective disclosure use cases while reinforcing UIDAI’s emphasis on user consent and data minimization.
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By the ID Tech Editorial Team