Digital ID
New X Policy Forces Earners To Verify Their Government ID With Israeli Verification Company
New policy raises privacy concerns amidst X’s commitment to free speech.
Elon Musk Seemingly Supports NY “Child Safety” Bill for Digital ID and Limiting “Addictive” Feeds
Digital ID could undermine online anonymity and free speech.
EU Investigates Meta in Crackdown on Alleged “Rabbit Hole” Effects, Wants It To Push Digital ID
Critics fear youth safety concerns could be a pretext for pushing increased censorship on Meta’s platforms.
Controversial FAA Bill Passes Senate, Promotes Digital IDs and Mobile Licenses, Facial Recognition Concerns Ignored
Amidst broad bipartisan approval, the Senate sidesteps privacy fears to advance digital ID measures in the latest FAA bill.
Biden Cybersecurity Plan Vows To Support Development of a “Digital Identity Ecosystem”
Amid controversies, the Biden administration updates its cybersecurity strategy to bolster a digital ID ecosystem.
Australia’s Digital ID Push Is Undermined by Data Leak Disaster
In the wake of a privacy scandal, Australia’s digital ID pilot program for online age verification faces intensified scrutiny over data security concerns.
TSA Visited Apple and Google To Discuss Collaboration for Digital ID
TSA’s push for biometric technology and digital IDs with Big Tech aims to streamline airport security, but raises concerns over passenger privacy and government surveillance.
Big Brother in Training? How Proposed Legislation Might Pave the Way for Online Age Verification and Digital ID
New child safety bills spark concerns over potential federal push for sweeping digital IDs.
Fujitsu Set To Win UK Digital ID Contract Despite Past Failures
A controversial decision, considering the pushback against digital ID and Fujitsu’s history with government contracts.
World Bank and Verizon Chiefs Say Digital ID Part of “Social Contract” Between Government and Citizens
Both organizations are pushing for digital IDs.
Pornhub Blocks Access in Texas After State-Mandated Digital ID Law
A new state laws calls for internet users to verify themselves with a government-issued ID, raising privacy and free speech concerns.
UK Collaborates With UN for Big Tech Inclusion in Project Linking Digital ID To Bank Accounts
Global Digital Compact is the UN’s overarching plan for a “digital future” that includes several controversial elements.