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Jul 25, 2024
Yoti calls on new government to update legislation, support digital IDs and prioritise online safety
As the new government looks ahead and plans what details to include in the new laws mentioned in the King’s Speech, we have outlined some key focus areas where leveraging technology at relatively low cost can unlock digital transformation in the UK and accelerate economic growth. Updating the Mandatory Licensing Conditions Whilst it’s encouraging to see the new government intends to introduce a new law protecting retail staff from verbal and physical abuse, prevention is better than cure and retailers all confirm that checking age is one of the events that triggers abuse. We urge the new government
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Jul 24, 2024
Seven things you need to know about our Digital IDs
A Digital ID gives you an easier, smarter and safer way to prove your age or identity using your phone. Here’s seven facts about our Digital ID apps (Yoti ID, Post Office EasyID and Lloyds Bank Smart ID) to help you get the most out of your Digital ID. 1. Our Digital IDs are approved for proof of age We’ve all been there: you’re heading on a night out with friends or would like to watch a 15+ film at the cinema. But you’ve forgotten your ID. Frustrating right? With our Digital ID apps, you can prove your age
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Jul 18, 2024
Understanding the Digital Information and Smart Data Bill
This blog was updated in July 2024, following the General Election and the King’s Speech which announced the new Digital Information and Smart Data Bill (DISD). The government has committed to introducing the Bill, which aims to harness the power of data for economic growth, including setting up a regulatory framework for digital identities in the UK. We will update this blog once the government has shared further information about this new Bill. Below is a summary of what we know so far. For now, we have also included the previous blog content on the former Data Protection and
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Jul 12, 2024
How facial biometric verification protects your customers from identity fraud
Back in the day, identity theft mostly involved fraudsters stealing personal information, such as credit card details, to commit fraud or impersonate others in person. It was a pretty straightforward game of cat and mouse between fraudsters and a business, typically carried out face-to-face. As the world has become more digitised, identity fraud has evolved to meet this digital world. One powerful solution in our arsenal against identity fraud is biometric verification. Let’s dive into what it is, how it works, and why it’s crucial for keeping your customers and online community safe. What is identity fraud? Identity
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Jul 11, 2024
Understanding Australia's Digital ID Acts
Australia’s Digital ID Acts mark a significant milestone for Digital ID use across the world. Having just received Royal Assent, the Acts aim to provide people with a secure, convenient way to prove their identity online. Here’s some of the key information you need to know. What are Australia’s new Digital ID Acts? Australia’s Digital ID Acts are made up of two different (but similarly named) pieces of legislation. These are the Digital ID Act 2024 and the Digital ID (Transitional and Consequential Provisions) Act 2024. Together, they are known simply as “the Digital ID Acts”. Why
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Jun 30, 2024
Thoughts from our CEO
In this blog series, our CEO Robin Tombs will be sharing his experience, whilst focusing on major themes, news and issues in the world of identity verification and age assurance. There’s been a lot about facial age estimation this month, with Robin talking about its use by Meta in Australia as well as our facial age estimation demo site. He also chats about Yoti’s NIST assessment and how Digital IDs can be used to combat fraud. Meta introduces facial age estimation in Australia We’re delighted Meta is rolling out Yoti’s facial age estimation on Facebook, starting in Australia.