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Digital Identity stories - Page 15

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Concerns grow over UK digital ID checks for company directors

Thu, 7th Aug 2025
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UK plans to enforce digital ID checks for company directors face criticism over security flaws in the GOV.UK One Login system and risks during a phased 12-month rollout.
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CrowdStrike & OpenAI enhance SaaS security with AI agent oversight

Wed, 6th Aug 2025
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CrowdStrike and OpenAI have partnered to enhance SaaS security by enabling oversight of AI agents, linking each to their human creator across 175+ applications.
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Ping Identity named leader in three 2025 KuppingerCole reports

Wed, 6th Aug 2025
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Ping Identity named Leader in three 2025 KuppingerCole reports for Access Management, Identity Fabrics, and Policy Based Access Management.
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Norton adds AI-powered deepfake detection to Genie assistant

Fri, 1st Aug 2025
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Norton has launched AI-powered deepfake detection in its Norton Genie assistant, now in early access via the Norton 360 mobile app in the US, UK, Australia, and New Zealand.
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Proximus Global named Visionary in 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant

Wed, 30th Jul 2025
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Proximus Global has been named a Visionary in Gartner's 2025 Magic Quadrant for CPaaS, highlighting its unified approach and global telecom strengths.
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Okta, NCC Group partner for enhanced CIAM & cyber security

Thu, 17th Jul 2025
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Okta and NCC Group have partnered to enhance customer identity and access management, combining cybersecurity expertise with adaptive multi-factor authentication.
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Marketers prioritise CTV, AI & identity flexibility for 2025 H2

Thu, 17th Jul 2025
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Marketers prioritise connected TV, AI integration, and flexible identity strategies, driving shifts in ad spend and focus for the second half of 2025.
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Okta & Palo Alto Networks expand AI security integrations

Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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Okta and Palo Alto Networks deepen AI security partnership with new integrations enhancing identity-based defences and unified threat responses for enterprises.
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Mid-size firms, government trail in hybrid identity security

Thu, 10th Jul 2025
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Mid-size firms and government sectors lag in hybrid identity security, with scores dropping 15% to an average of 61 globally, reveals Semperis' 2025 Purple Knight Report.
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Credas launches UK's first reusable compliance wallet for property

Thu, 10th Jul 2025
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Credas launches the UK's first reusable compliance wallet to cut property ID checks from 5.4 to one, speeding up homebuying with verified digital credentials.
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IDnow bolsters global leadership to boost digital trust vision

Wed, 9th Jul 2025
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IDnow strengthens its global leadership with key executive hires to advance its vision of embedding trust in digital identity verification worldwide.
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UK government launches GOV.UK App to streamline public services

Sun, 6th Jul 2025
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The UK government has launched the GOV.UK App in public beta to simplify access to services like childcare payments and travel info on smartphones.
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IDnow & Keyless partner to boost secure digital identity checks

Fri, 4th Jul 2025
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IDnow and Keyless have partnered to enhance digital identity checks by combining biometric authentication with identity verification, bolstering security and privacy.
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Most fintechs fail API security, risking sensitive payment data

Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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New research reveals 84% of fintechs lack robust API security, exposing sensitive payment data to significant cyber risks beyond regulated sectors.
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Zama reaches unicorn status with USD $57 million funding round

Fri, 27th Jun 2025
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Zama secures USD $57 million in Series B funding, reaching unicorn status with a valuation exceeding USD $1 billion and advancing blockchain privacy tech.
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Norway adopts FAPI 2.0 to secure national healthcare data

Thu, 26th Jun 2025
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Norway mandates FAPI 2.0 security protocol across its national healthcare network to enhance protection of patient data with banking-level safeguards.
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Saviynt appoints Steve Blacklock to lead global partner strategy

Wed, 25th Jun 2025
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Saviynt has appointed Steve Blacklock as Senior Vice President of Global Partners to enhance partner relations and expand its worldwide ecosystem.
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Okta launches Cross App Access to boost AI security in firms

Tue, 24th Jun 2025
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Okta has launched Cross App Access to enhance enterprise AI security by giving IT teams central control and visibility over AI agent interactions with apps.
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World's largest data breach exposes 16 billion credentials

Sat, 21st Jun 2025
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A massive data breach exposing 16 billion credentials from major firms and government services signals severe global digital security flaws.
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NTT DATA unveils digital claims platform for UK auto lenders

Wed, 18th Jun 2025
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NTT DATA launches a digital claims platform to help UK banks and auto lenders manage redress claims amid growing scrutiny over motor finance deals.