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Trust Stamp Unveils Patent-Protected Framework for Biometrically Validated Stablecoin Ownership

Trust Stamp Unveils Patent-Protected Framework for Biometrically Validated Stablecoin Ownership

2025-11-25 Per Henrikson
Trust Stamp’s patent enables the secure and private validation of ownership for...
Roblox introduces AI-powered age verification process that requires biometric or government IDs

Roblox introduces AI-powered age verification process that requires biometric or government IDs

2025-11-24 Ian Fleming
The new measures are first launched New Zealand, Australia, and the Netherlands....
Roblox introduces AI-powered age verification process that requires biometric or government IDs

Roblox introduces AI-powered age verification process that requires biometric or government IDs

2025-11-24 Ion Benlola
The new measures are first launched New Zealand, Australia, and the Netherlands....
Afghanistan issues 10 million digital IDs

Afghanistan issues 10 million digital IDs

2025-11-24 Ian Fleming
Afghanistan accelerates digital ID rollout as South Korea clears hurdles for FID...
Snapchat Introduces Bank-Linked Age Verification in Australia Ahead of 2025 Teen Social Media Ban

Snapchat Introduces Bank-Linked Age Verification in Australia Ahead of 2025 Teen Social Media Ban

2025-11-24 Per Henrikson
Snap launching a bank-linked age verification tool for Australians marks a signi...
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Trust Stamp Unveils Patent-Protected Framework for Biometrically Validated Stablecoin Ownership

Trust Stamp Unveils Patent-Protected Framework for Biometrically Validated Stablecoin Ownership

2025-11-25 Per Henrikson
Trust Stamp’s patent enables the secure and private validation of ownership for stablecoin transactions without exposing sensitive personal information, thereby creating a trust mechanism aligned with regulatory expectations.
Sumsub signs Deepfake Research Collaboration with NTU Singapore

Sumsub signs Deepfake Research Collaboration with NTU Singapore

Sumsub and NTU Singapore will investigate and prototype watermarking methods that deter misuse of personal images on social media platforms, filling a critical gap in digital safety.
ID-Pal Unveils ID-Detect Enhancements to Counter Surge in Digital Manipulation and Deepfakes

ID-Pal Unveils ID-Detect Enhancements to Counter Surge in Digital Manipulation and Deepfakes

ID-Pal, a leading provider of AI-powered identity verification, has announced a major enhancement to its multi-award-winning document-fraud detection feature, ID-Detect, delivering even more powerful defences against digital manipulation generated by AI.

Incode Seeks $150–$300M at a ~$3B Valuation

Identy places ABIS in MOSIP marketplace following certification

Sumsub announces dual initiatives to strengthen digital trust in Singapore

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Roblox introduces AI-powered age verification process that requires biometric or government IDs

Roblox introduces AI-powered age verification process that requires biometric or government IDs

2025-11-24 Ian Fleming
The new measures are first launched New Zealand, Australia, and the Netherlands. Roblox will also monitor chats for inappropriate content and vows not to store facial or government IDs on its servers.
Afghanistan issues 10 million digital IDs

Afghanistan issues 10 million digital IDs

Afghanistan accelerates digital ID rollout as South Korea clears hurdles for FIDO biometrics, signaling adoption in national ID and authentication systems.
Snapchat Introduces Bank-Linked Age Verification in Australia Ahead of 2025 Teen Social Media Ban

Snapchat Introduces Bank-Linked Age Verification in Australia Ahead of 2025 Teen Social Media Ban

Snap launching a bank-linked age verification tool for Australians marks a significant step in enforcing the country's pioneering social media ban for

Commission proposes European Business Wallets to simplify business operations and enhance competitiveness across the EU

Digital IDs are officially coming to Illinois

Roblox is requiring 9yo kids to submit a video selfie to prove age

Technology
Reality Defender Unveils Real Suite, Enterprise-Ready Deepfake Detection for Day-One Defense

Reality Defender Unveils Real Suite, Enterprise-Ready Deepfake Detection for Day-One Defense

2025-11-20 Ian Fleming
he Real Suite brings together Reality Defender's most advanced detection technologies, from user-friendly web tools to powerful developer APIs, empowering organizations to detect and stop deepfakes from day one.
AI Agents Need Identity and Zero-Knowledge Proofs Are the Solution

AI Agents Need Identity and Zero-Knowledge Proofs Are the Solution

ZKPs could become the backbone of a new era of trusted AI and digital identity, giving individuals and organizations a way to interact safely and transparently across platforms and borders, argues Evin McMullen, CEO and co-founder of Billions Network.
Deepfake video deception detection using visual attention-based method

Deepfake video deception detection using visual attention-based method

The key objective of producing artificial digital data is to closely mimic real data. However, because of improper use by malevolent users, the legitimacy of this kind of digital content may be under threat in society.

Metalenz announces Polar ID for Android, a secure face unlock solution that uses polarization sensing

Apple launches Digital ID, a way to carry your passport on your phone for use at TSA checkpoints

New Aadhaar app in India: Digital ID, face scan security, key features and benefits

Legal
Bulgarian Leva-To-Euro Exchanges At Post Offices Will Require ID Verification

Bulgarian Leva-To-Euro Exchanges At Post Offices Will Require ID Verification

2025-11-18 Per Henrikson
When exchanging Bulgarian leva for euros at post offices, all clients will be required to present a valid identity document, which will be checked and copied, Alexander Kirilov, head of security at Bulgarian Posts, explained to BNR.
Deepfakes and AI in the courtroom: Report calls for legal reforms to address a troubling trend

Deepfakes and AI in the courtroom: Report calls for legal reforms to address a troubling trend

The inaugural report of CU Boulder's new Visual Evidence Lab warns that the legal system is unprepared for the flood of video, including AI-enhanced or generated footage, hitting U.S. courtrooms.
Mandatory identity verification for UK companies goes live, giving rise to a "Ghost Director" phenomena

Mandatory identity verification for UK companies goes live, giving rise to a "Ghost Director" phenomena

On Tuesday, Companies House plans to introduce mandatory identity verification for company directors and people with significant control (PSCs).

U.S. lawmakers are proposing VPN bans to enforce age verification on adult sites

Thailand brings in stronger ID verification measures to curb identity theft, fraud

Italy and Australia are about to enforce age verification