Identity Technology

What sets a document apart in the crowded identity field? Emotional resonance, as in the latest iteration of the Kenyan ePassport by Veridos.

Given the progress of digitization worldwide, how relevant still are physical identity documents? The short answer: more than you think.

Biometric security is full of unseen facets and little-known angles. We look at some standout examples that are guaranteed to surprise.

Intrigued by mobile IDs, but don’t know where to start your reading? Here’s our 8-step primer, including privacy protection, use cases, and ready-to-use design.

Digital IDs can bring untold benefits to consumers, businesses, and governments. But what comes first: the users or the use cases?

Combining cutting-edge security with a beautiful nature-inspired design, Latvia’s award-winning new ePassport sets a new benchmark for passport design.

What dynamics are reshaping the landscape of individual identity, as physical ID formats are being augmented – or even replaced – by digital ones?

By streamlining border crossings with neighboring nations, countries can enhance both trade and social cohesion.

Could a secure, seamless, and contactless journey for travelers actually be possible? DTC Type 3 is a positive step towards this goal. 

Fintechs are turning the payment card into a brand statement. Spotlight reveals what they’re doing differently – and why traditional banks should pay attention.

The current discourse around CBDC separates it into retail and wholesale, based on use case. But why can’t a central bank have one unified system that enables both?

How is resilient security technology already delivering benefits today, and how is it integrated into people’s everyday lives.

The EU is considering FiDA, which could become law in 2026, with implementation in 2027. Here’s a primer for players in the “open finance” ecosystem.

The EU’s Cyber Resilience Act has set a hard deadline for compliance. Are your company and your products ready for end-2027?

Now that 2026 has arrived, we look back at what made news in currency technology this year, and how it affects us.

Neobanks and fintechs have to find new ways to attract and keep customers. Offering eSIMs through their apps is catching on.

Ever wondered what a technical consultant at G+D IoT Solutions does? Raphael Stahlberg talks about container tracking, sensors, reefers, and air cargo.

Payment sovereignty or a superior checkout experience? European banks are proving you can have both.