Keyless Joins Canadian Digital ID Council to Advance Privacy-First Solutions

Keyless, a provider of privacy-preserving biometric authentication technology, has joined the Digital Identification and Authentication Council of Canada (DIACC). The partnership aligns with DIACC’s efforts to build a secure, interoperable, and privacy-first digital identity framework for Canadians through public-private collaboration.

Advancing Privacy-Centric Identity in Canada

Founded by experts in cryptography and data privacy, Keyless has developed a biometric authentication platform that verifies user identity without storing or transmitting biometric data. Its technology is used by financial institutions, government agencies, and digital identity wallet providers to authenticate users throughout the digital lifecycle. When a user initiates a high-trust action, such as making a payment or updating account settings, Keyless prompts a selfie using the device’s camera to confirm the account holder’s identity—without exposing sensitive data or relying on local device biometrics.

“Keyless brings a unique and valuable perspective to DIACC’s growing ecosystem,” said DIACC President Joni Brennan. “Their commitment to privacy-preserving biometric authentication supports our shared goal of enabling secure, privacy-respecting digital identity solutions for Canadians and global users alike. We look forward to the impact this partnership will bring.”

“Trustworthy and private digital identity really is the foundation for secure and scalable access to the digital world,” added Keyless Co-Founder and COO Fabian Eberle. “We’re thrilled to be part of DIACC’s mission and to contribute our experience building authentication systems that prove who’s really behind the screen—without compromising privacy.”

Momentum in the Global Identity Space

The partnership with DIACC follows a series of recent milestones for Keyless. The company ranked 11th among 150 global vendors in the NIST Face Recognition Vendor Test, specifically in the mugshot category, with a 99.93 percent accuracy rate. In addition, Keyless recently achieved eIDAS certification, which confirms its qualification as a recognized Identity Proofing Service Provider under European digital identity regulations.

The company has also expanded its enterprise offerings through a partnership with Silverfort, enabling passwordless multi-factor authentication for enterprise environments. This collaboration integrates Keyless’s biometric capabilities into identity and access management workflows, helping organizations strengthen security without compromising user privacy.

As Canada advances its national digital identity framework through initiatives like the Pan-Canadian Trust Framework, the inclusion of privacy-preserving biometric providers such as Keyless signals growing demand for technologies that balance usability, security, and individual rights in digital ecosystems.

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May 14, 2025 – by the ID Tech Editorial Team