Digital ID

Philippines to make national ID verification mandatory for banks
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20 August, 2026

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
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4 August, 2026

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
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31 July, 2026

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
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31 July, 2026

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
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17 July, 2026

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
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16 July, 2026

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."