ConnectID, a FIDO-certified digital identity solution, is supported by some of Australia’s largest financial institutions including the National Australia Bank (NAB). The Australian Government has accredited it as a non-government identity exchange. This accreditation is a huge milestone and expansion. It gives Australians the tools they need to reduce their...
Humanity Protocol opened the doors to its fast and secure decentralized ID service on June 26. The H token saw its value explode following a successful “Fairdrop” to early users and supporters. The H token, meanwhile, has seen a 40% price surge over the last 24 hours. The flood, of...
Switzerland-based biometric and digital ID developer TECH5 is channeling its expertise in European digital identity to drive innovation in the Global South. TECH5 had great success with creating national identity infrastructure throughout the Middle East, Africa, and Latin America. Now, they’re continuing their innovation as a development force behind the...
In June 2025, cybersecurity researchers uncovered a staggering 16 billion login details circulating online, compiled into approximately 30 extensive data sets. This enormous leak has furthered the discussion around whether traditional password-based systems are secure enough. It has stimulated conversations far and wide about the promise of decentralized identity solutions....
Zero-knowledge proofs have proven to be an essential instrument for ensuring privacy in digital identity systems. These new systems allow individuals to verify their identity without exposing sensitive private data. Now, as concerns over data privacy and government surveillance mount, these solutions are increasingly becoming an enticing prospect. Though zero-knowledge...
Vouched, an industry-leading provider of identity verification solutions, has announced the hiring of Tom and Peter to their management team. Tom is an established and trusted expert in fraud prevention and business development. Peter brings deep experience in automating and scaling operational workflows. These strategic hires further showcase Vouched’s dedication...
It’s no wonder that the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) logged more than 1.1 million instances of identity theft last year. This disturbing statistic underscores the immediate need for companies to make their authentication measures more robust. Businesses now must walk a fine line between security and customer experience. As authentication...
Vitalik Buterin, co-founder of Ethereum, recently released a proposal for a new digital identity system—which he’s dubbed “pluralistic identity.” Buterin contends that this system is the key to protecting individual privacy, while allowing anyone to participate in an equitable way in the digital economy. He warns that even privacy-preserving systems...
As Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin recently explained, ZK technology has exciting possibilities for verifying identity. He pointed out the dangers posed by its implementation. His analysis comes amid growing interest in global digital identity projects, such as the World Project, which utilize ZK-proofs to verify user data without exposing the...
