Digital ID
Philippines to make national ID verification mandatory for banks
The Philippines' central bank mandates PhilSys ID authentication for banks to enhance customer verification and promote financial inclusion.
Nigeria boosts digital ID rules as Namibia sets e-ID launch
Nigeria improves security with a new digital ID framework, while Namibia plans to launch its innovative e-ID in September, modernizing...
Greece opens contract for $415M digital identity system
Greece launches a €415.6 million ($472.8 million) bid for a digital ID card system to enhance security, authentication, and compliance...
Philippines targets fake IDs; Vietnam eyes asset tracking
The Philippines warns against printing digital national IDs on PVC, while Vietnam proposes a law for state-managed digital identities for...
Microsoft retires SMS authentication; Google boosts passkey use
Microsoft and Google roll out passkey upgrades, replacing weaker authentication methods with phishing-resistant security for workplaces.
Philippines, Malaysia build cross-border digital ID link
The Philippines and Malaysia are collaborating on cross-border digital ID verification as Thailand tightens regulations on the "grey economy."
