Ethiopia Mandates Digital ID for Banking Transactions
The National Bank of Ethiopia (NBE) has mandated that all bank branches in Addis Ababa must verify customers’ identities using the Fayda ID, a digital…
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Digital ID Entitles Students to Cheaper Bus Fare in UK’s Midlands and Coventry
Students in the West Midlands and Coventry can now take advantage of cheaper bus fares with the help of digital ID technology, thanks to a new scheme…
AI Update: It’s So Important to Hire the Right People
Welcome to the newest edition of ID Tech’s AI update. Here’s the latest big news on the shifting landscape of AI and identity technology: SoftBank is planning…
ID Tech Digest – November 29, 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: European…
iDenfy Opens Delaware Office to Strengthen US Presence
iDenfy, a Lithuania-based provider of compliance-focused technology solutions, has opened a new office in Delaware as part of its efforts to expand its…
Revolut to Launch Face-scanning ATMs in 2025
Revolut, a London-based fintech unicorn, has emerged as a significant player in the digital banking landscape since its inception nearly a decade ago. Founded…
New Zealand Consumers Show Support for Facial Recognition in Retail
New research commissioned by Foodstuffs North Island (FSNI) reveals a positive attitude among New Zealand consumers toward the use of facial recognition (FR)…
Istanbul to Require FRT for Liquor, Cigarette Retailers
The Istanbul government has issued a new mandate requiring liquor stores to install security cameras by January 1, 2025, marking a significant development in…
CJEU Rules Against Bulgaria’s Biometric Data Collection Practices
The Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) has delivered a pivotal judgment against Bulgaria’s biometric data collection practices, emphasizing the…
European Commission Sets Standards for Cross-Border Digital Identity Wallets
The European Commission has taken a significant step forward by adopting technical standards for cross-border European Digital Identity Wallets. The move aims…