ID Tech

Mobile ID

Mobile ID leverages smartphones to store and present digital identity credentials securely, often using SIM-based security and biometric unlock.

Mobile ID solutions enable users to enroll and authenticate using their mobile devices. Credentials may be provisioned to secure elements such as SIM cards or device hardware, and biometric sensors ensure that only the legitimate holder can use them. Common use cases include e-government portals, banking, and secure access to enterprise resources.

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Vendors using Mobile ID

Thales Group

Latest Data Cards

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    Alaska Explores AI-Driven Digital ID Wallet for myAlaska

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    The State of Alaska is exploring an AI-enabled digital identity wallet and upgraded myAlaska app, aiming to give residents a secure, mobile way to prove identity and access online government services.

    • An Alaska RFI seeks ideas for a digital ID wallet linked to the myAlaska account used for state services.
    • Officials are considering AI and automation to improve identity verification and fraud detection.
    • The initiative reflects growing U.S. state-level interest in mobile digital IDs and government service wallets.
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    Hopae Connect Becomes EU‑Registered eIDAS 2.0 Intermediary

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    Hopae Connect launched as one of the first private‑sector intermediaries registered under eIDAS 2.0 to support routing and interoperability for EUDI Wallet deployments.

    • Registered intermediary to bridge issuers, wallets, verifiers
    • Supports EUDI Wallet rollout across EU markets
    • Positions private sector roles in the eIDAS 2.0 ecosystem
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    OpenID Foundation to Demo Next‑Gen Digital ID Interoperability

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    The OpenID Foundation announced demos of next‑generation digital ID technologies with major partners, highlighting interoperability across credential issuance and wallets.

    • Focus on OpenID specifications for credential flows
    • Ecosystem demos with multiple industry partners
    • Supports emerging EUDI wallet implementations
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mobile ID?
Mobile ID refers to digital identity credentials stored on smartphones, enabling secure user authentication for online and offline services.
How are Mobile IDs secured on the device?
Credentials are stored in secure elements like SIM cards or hardware-backed keystores, protected by device-level authentication such as PIN, fingerprint, or face unlock.
What are common applications for Mobile ID?
Mobile ID is used for e-government services, mobile banking, and secure enterprise access, offering convenient two-factor or multi-factor authentication.
How do mDLs relate to Mobile ID?
mDLs are a standardized form of Mobile ID for driver’s licenses (ISO/IEC 18013-5), enabling local verification and selective disclosure via mobile devices.