Denmark
Signicat has signed a contract with the Danish Agency for Digital Government to support Denmark’s official mobile driving licence and provide NFC-based identity verification for the country’s forthcoming digital identity wallet under the EU Digital Identity framework.
Under the agreement, Signicat will continue as technology provider for the existing Kørekort-appen mobile driving licence and extend support to identity verification for the national digital wallet. Denmark’s wallet is part of the country’s implementation of the EU’s eIDAS 2.0 regulation, with a first version expected in the first half of 2026.
The solution uses Signicat’s ReadID technology to read the secure NFC chip in passports, identity cards and residence permits. The approach allows citizens to verify their identity by accessing the official facial image and data stored in the document, without creating or storing new biometric data and while keeping the process entirely on the user’s device.
Global
Identity verification provider 1Kosmos has announced the availability of its platform on the Saviynt Exchange, Saviynt’s marketplace for pre-built integrations and identity security solutions.
The listing combines 1Kosmos’ biometric identity proofing, private blockchain and passwordless authentication technology with Saviynt Identity Cloud, an AI-powered identity security platform. The integration is aimed at strengthening identity assurance for external user onboarding and ongoing access management.
Key features include real-time biometric identity proofing, automatic re-verification triggered by role changes or suspicious activity, and out-of-the-box deployment. The companies say the solution offers FedRAMP High-certified coverage and faster time-to-value for regulated organisations.
Indonesia
Indonesia is examining global digital identity best practices as it plans the next stage of its national digital ID development.
Government officials say international experiences will help guide improvements in interoperability, security and user adoption as Indonesia continues to expand the role of digital identity across public services. The country has already made significant progress with population registration and digital credentials, but sees further opportunity in learning from mature digital ID ecosystems worldwide.
Global
The global digital identity solutions market is projected to grow sharply over the next decade, driven by rising cyber threats and expanding digital services.
According to market analysis from Datamine Intelligence, the market grew from $35.5 billion in 2023 to $42.45 billion in 2024 and is forecast to reach US$189.92 billion by 2033, representing a CAGR of more than 20 percent between 2025 and 2033.
The report points to increasing cyberattacks, rising data breach costs and digitalisation across finance, healthcare, e-commerce and government as key drivers. It highlights solutions integrating biometrics, multifactor authentication, AI analytics and blockchain, citing Hawaiʻi’s myHawaii platform as a recent example of large-scale digital identity deployment.
Global
Meanwhile, a new study from Juniper Research predicts that installed digital ID apps will rise from 2.8 billion in 2025 to 6.2 billion by 2030, an increase of 121 percent.
The research attributes the growth primarily to government-led digitisation of identity credentials, alongside the growing adoption of decentralised and wallet-based identity approaches. Juniper notes that while implementation varies widely by market, governments are increasingly prioritising digital ID rollouts to reduce fraud and improve service efficiency.
Global
BeyondTrust and Ping Identity have announced an expanded strategic partnership aimed at automating digital identity decisions across human and machine identities.
The joint offering combines privileged access management (PAM), identity and access management (IAM) and identity governance and administration (IGA) into what the companies describe as a “comprehensive identity security fabric.” The solution orchestrates access control decisions using real-time risk signals.
The announcement builds on an existing joint product available via the AWS Marketplace. New capabilities include contextual just-in-time access, adaptive MFA, automated joiner-mover-leaver processes, automated threat response and support for non-human identities such as AI agents.
Global
The OpenID Foundation has announced the availability of conformance testing for three final specifications, marking a milestone for global digital identity interoperability.
From February 2026, organisations will be able to self-certify implementations of OpenID for Verifiable Presentations, OpenID for Verifiable Credential Issuance, and the High Assurance Interoperability Profile (HAIP). Successful self-certifications will be published openly, allowing implementers to demonstrate compliance to regulators and partners.
The Foundation says free, open-source test suites are already available for developers to use locally or via OpenID servers, enabling integration of conformance testing into development pipelines ahead of the formal launch.
United Kingdom
Members of the UK House of Lords have tabled amendments to the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill that could significantly affect social media platforms, VPN providers and age verification services.
One amendment would require social media companies to use “highly-effective age assurance measures” to prevent children under 16 from using user-to-user services. Separate proposals would require VPN providers to implement age assurance to ensure no users are under 18, with OFCOM producing compliance guidance.
The proposals follow increased global scrutiny of children’s online safety, including Australia’s enforcement of a social media ban for children. The amendments are being considered at the Report Stage in the House of Lords and would still require approval by both chambers to become law.
United Kingdom
Yoti has launched Digital ID Connect ID Checker, a free app designed to help UK businesses verify customers’ digital IDs for age checks and, in future, identity verification.
The app allows staff to scan and verify a customer’s digital ID on a smartphone, confirming that it is valid, genuine and belongs to the holder. Yoti says the tool is aimed at retailers, hospitality venues and other businesses preparing for legislative changes that will permit certified digital IDs to be used for alcohol purchases.
Single-location businesses will be able to use the app free of charge, while enterprise versions with reporting tools and APIs will be available for larger organizations. From early 2026, UK law will require accepted digital IDs to be certified under the government’s Digital Identity and Attributes Trust Framework.
Malaysia
Malaysia is moving to integrate more public and private sector services with its national MyDigital ID as part of a broader push to increase adoption.
Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo said upcoming integrations are expected to include passport applications, marriage and death certificates, government payments, police summons, tourism services, public housing and social protection systems. Telecommunications services are already being integrated, including SIM card activation.
According to the government, around 6.4 million people have registered for MyDigital ID, with approximately 50,000 new users signing up on average. The long-term goal is for 95 percent of federal government services to be fully online by 2030, with MyDigital ID positioned as the standard secure credential.
Laos
The Laos government has launched nationwide issuance of its new national digital identity card, following a pilot phase in Vientiane that began in October.
The Ministry of Public Security confirmed that citizens can now apply at designated provincial and district offices. The digital ID initiative is part of a wider push to modernise public services and strengthen data-sharing infrastructure.
Authorities say the system will improve the accuracy and efficiency of identity verification and support broader digital transformation efforts. Applicants must present household registration documents, their existing national ID card and, where available, a passport copy.
United States
CLEAR has launched CLEAR ID, a free digital identity credential designed for use at U.S. Transportation Security Administration checkpoints.
Users can create the credential within the CLEAR mobile app by uploading a U.S. passport, enabling identity verification at TSA without presenting a physical document at the checkpoint. CLEAR says travelers should still carry a REAL ID-compliant physical document when flying.
The company positions CLEAR ID separately from its paid CLEAR+ membership, which provides access to dedicated airport lanes and biometric checks. The move signals CLEAR’s interest in broader mobile identity use cases beyond premium airport services.
Belgium / Netherlands
Belgian Mobile ID has announced that itsme has acquired iDIN, the Dutch online identification service operated by Currence.
The companies say there will be no immediate changes for users, with iDIN to be gradually phased into itsme over a multi-year transition. iDIN, created by major Dutch banks, currently supports online identification for around 13 million residents and is connected to approximately 300 websites.
The phased migration is expected to begin in the first half of 2026, with iDIN remaining available for at least two years. itsme says the acquisition marks its first major expansion beyond Belgium and supports its ambition to become a pan-European reference for secure digital identity and trust services.
