ID Tech Digest – November 12, 2024

Welcome to ID Tech’s digest of identity industry news. Here’s what you need to know about the world of digital identity and biometrics today:

Ondato Launches Reusable Digital Age Verification System for Online Services

Ondato has introduced OnAge, Ondato has introduced OnAge, a reusable digital age verification system that combines biometric authentication and document verification to enable streamlined access to age-restricted online services while preserving user privacy. Designed to meet heightened regulatory demands, such as those under the UK’s Online Safety Act, OnAge verifies users’ ages for services like e-commerce, gaming, and social media without repeated document submissions. Once users complete an initial age check through facial biometrics and document verification, their verified status can be reused across multiple platforms, reducing friction and enhancing user experience. OnAge adheres to privacy-by-design standards, storing minimal data and using encrypted tokens for verification, addressing data protection concerns in digital identity solutions.

HID Global Acquires IXLA to Bolster Secure Credential Offerings for Government, Finance

HID Global has acquired IXLA, a specialist in card and passport personalization technology, to enhance its secure credential issuance capabilities, especially for government ID documents and financial cards. IXLA’s expertise in laser engraving, biometric data encoding, and micro-optic security features will strengthen HID’s offerings, addressing the increasing global demand for strong identity fraud prevention solutions. This acquisition aligns with rising standards for document security, as identity fraud losses reached $56 billion in 2023. In the financial sector, IXLA’s technology adds EMV chip encoding and anti-counterfeiting features, complementing HID’s existing security solutions. HID’s EVP, Björn Lidefelt, emphasized that IXLA’s integration supports HID’s commitment to secure personalization and positions the company for geographic expansion in government and finance.

SITA Completes IPS Integration to Enhance Airport Self-Service Technology Solutions

SITA has finalized the integration of IPS Intelligent Passenger Solutions into its Airports portfolio, enhancing its biometric and digital identity capabilities for streamlined passenger processing. IPS, a provider of facial recognition and automated authentication solutions, brings its self-service technology – including bag drops, kiosks, and biometric scanners – into SITA’s airport management offerings. The expanded portfolio now includes IPS’s Self-Bag Drop kiosks, currently deployed in over 120 airports worldwide, processing around 150,000 bags daily. Combined with SITA’s existing tools like Common Use Terminal Equipment (CUTE) and Airport Management Systems (AMS), this integration enables airports to reduce bottlenecks and improve check-in, security, and boarding efficiencies. As demand for contactless services grows, SITA’s updated solutions are also set for new projects, including JFK’s Terminal 6 modernization, where biometric bag drops will be deployed.

iDenfy Launches ‘Data Crossmatch’ Tool for KYB

Lithuania-based identity verification firm iDenfy has introduced Data Crossmatch, an AI-powered tool to streamline the Know Your Business (KYB) process, enhancing its RegTech suite for corporate verification. This feature cross-references data from over 540 million company records across 160 countries, pulling from sources like credit bureaus and government registries to automate verification, especially for Ultimate Beneficial Owners (UBOs). By simplifying KYB onboarding, Data Crossmatch reduces manual work and errors, helping businesses meet stricter regulatory requirements. Alongside UBO verification, the tool conducts multi-layered Anti-Money Laundering (AML) checks, using data from agencies like Europol, Interpol, and FinCEN to identify financial crime risks early. iDenfy’s CEO, Domantas Ciulde, noted that the system cuts due diligence time by up to 30 percent compared to traditional methods, easing compliance burdens amid rising regulatory demands. Data Crossmatch retains all verification steps for up to eight years for audit purposes, with customizable reports to accommodate specific compliance needs.

Credence ID Strengthens IP Portfolio with Two Patent Awards

Credence ID has secured two U.S. patents for digital identity authentication, enhancing its intellectual property portfolio with innovations in secure verification processes and privacy-focused identity validation. Patent No. 12107957, granted in October 2024, covers a “Point-of-Service Identity Verification Device” that enables secure, real-time verification of digital credentials with end-to-end encryption, designed for high-security sectors like finance and healthcare. The second patent, No. 12013924, awarded in June 2024, introduces a “Non-Repudiable Proof of Digital Identity Verification” method using zero-knowledge proofs to create tamper-evident audit trails while protecting personal data, supporting compliance with GDPR and CCPA. Credence ID’s CEO Bruce Hanson emphasized the patents’ role in bolstering digital identity security, while CTO Yash Shah highlighted their technical advancements in privacy.

World ID 3.0 Comes to Brazil

World has launched its biometric identity verification service, World ID 3.0, in Brazil, enabling users to verify their human identity through iris and facial recognition while distinguishing real users from AI bots. Starting November 13, residents of São Paulo can access the platform, with plans for expansion to other cities. The rollout follows a 2023 preview in Brazil and addresses heightened concerns about AI-driven identity fraud; a survey by IPSOS and Tools for Humanity revealed that 70 percent of Brazilians worry about differentiating human from AI-generated content, while 93 percent have experienced or know someone affected by identity theft. World ID 3.0 features enhanced security, including Face Auth’s Deep Face technology, designed to counter deepfakes.

Jumio Names New CRO

Jumio has appointed Mike Nawrocki as its Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) as it aims to strengthen its market position amid increasing regulatory demands for digital identity verification solutions. With 25 years of experience in enterprise technology sales, including leadership roles at Trustwave, Capgemini, Leidos, and Lockheed Martin, Nawrocki will focus on expanding Jumio’s market presence. Jumio’s platform, which integrates AI, machine learning, and biometric verification, addresses Know Your Customer (KYC) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) requirements by verifying documents, matching facial recognition, and detecting spoofing attempts. Serving sectors like financial services, cryptocurrency, gaming, and healthcare, Jumio operates in over 200 countries and reports processing over one billion transactions worldwide.

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November 12, 2024 – by Tony Bitzionis and Alex Perala