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digital identity
New Zealand’s Digital ID Authority Starts Work
The Trust Framework Authority is New Zealand’s regulator of accredited digital identity services. It accredits providers and polices the sector.
Australian Parliament Passes National Digital ID Law
Eighty-seven members voted for, and 56 against the Digital ID Bill 2024.
Mums, Dads, Grandparents Raise Alarm on Digital ID, Not Just ‘Tinfoil-Hat Brigade’: MP
Australia’s digital bill has been sent to the Federation Chamber for debate, and then back to the House on May 16.
Digital ID Bill on Agenda in House of Representatives
Parliament promises to be busy in the first week of May, with digital ID and net zero legislation among the bills to be considered, along with the budget.
Senator Warns Digital ID Could Link With ‘Misinformation’ Bill, Digital Currency
Thousands have gathered at rallies across major capital cities to protest Australia’s impending national digital ID.
Australian Digital ID Bill ‘Might Not Be as Voluntary as They Say’: Senator
Opening a bank account without a digital ID may require visiting a physical branch, which is falling in numbers, the Senator pointed out.
National Digital ID to Be Expanded to Private Businesses in 2 Years
Debate on the national digital ID system has been shut down, according to One Nation senators.
Supermarket Giant Woolworths Supports Digital ID in Australia
‘We support the acceleration of legislation to expand the scope of the digital ID,’ Woolworths said.
Australia to Spend $145 Million on ‘Voluntary’ Digital ID
Digital ID legislation has been introduced into the Australian Senate.
National Digital ID Bill to Be Introduced to Australian Senate
A motion to be introduced by Australian federal Minister Katy Gallagher is listed under Senate business on Nov. 30
Major Bank Backs National Digital ID ‘For All Australians’
National Australia Bank believes industry and community-led digital ID will complement and extend the reach of government digital ID.
