ID Tech

Digital ID

Digital ID represents electronic identity credentials that can be used to authenticate individuals and access services online.

Digital identity (Digital ID) systems bind personal attributes—such as name, date of birth, and biometric data—to a secure digital credential. These credentials can be issued by governments or trusted entities and used for online authentication, e-government services, and financial inclusion. Standards like eIDAS in Europe and W3C Decentralized Identifiers (DIDs) shape interoperability and privacy.

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    UIDAI plans full Aadhaar app with family verification and privacy-first sharing

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    India’s UIDAI said it plans to launch a full Aadhaar mobile app with family verification and privacy-first data sharing features.

    • The planned app is positioned as a full-featured Aadhaar app for mobile use.
    • UIDAI says the app will support consent-based sharing and family verification workflows.
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    Malaysia endorses Zetrix proof-of-age model tied to national digital ID

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    Malaysia endorsed a Zetrix proof-of-age model that is linked to national digital ID verification, positioning it as an approach for age assurance.

    • The model is designed for proof-of-age checks tied to national digital ID verification.
    • Government endorsement signals official support for the approach.
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    Margins ID Group wins contract for Gambia national and digital ID systems

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    Margins ID Group was awarded a contract to implement Gambia’s national ID and digital ID systems.

    • The contract covers both national ID and digital ID system components.
    • Margins ID Group is the awarded implementer.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Digital ID?
A Digital ID is an electronic representation of a person’s identity credentials, used to authenticate and authorize access to online services.
How are Digital IDs issued and managed?
Digital IDs are issued by trusted entities (e.g., governments or certification authorities) and managed through secure identity providers, often leveraging public key infrastructure (PKI).
Why are standards like eIDAS important for Digital IDs?
Standards such as eIDAS ensure interoperability, security, and legal trust across jurisdictions for cross-border digital identity services.