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Credas launches UK's first reusable compliance wallet for property
Crypto

Credas launches UK's first reusable compliance wallet for property

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.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Jul 2025
Concerns rise over digital ID storage on phones in the UK
Physical Security

Concerns rise over digital ID storage on phones in the UK

A Thales survey reveals that one-third of UK residents are storing official ID on their phones, raising alarms over potential identity fraud.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Feb 2025

Global Stories

Digital Credentials stories

OpenID to launch digital ID conformance tests by 2026
Data Protection

OpenID to launch digital ID conformance tests by 2026

OpenID will launch global conformance tests for key digital ID standards from February 2026, supporting eIDAS 2.0 and other schemes.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Tue, 30th Dec 2025
Skillsoft links edX courses to corporate AI skills
EduTech

Skillsoft links edX courses to corporate AI skills

Skillsoft links edX's university courses to its AI-focused learning platform, tying academic credentials more tightly to corporate skills needs.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 24th Dec 2025
Digital wallets & AI threats to reshape ID security
Digital Transformation

Digital wallets & AI threats to reshape ID security

Digital wallets and decentralised IDs are set to surge by 2026 as AI-driven threats push firms to monitor human and machine identities nonstop.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 19th Dec 2025
Mortar AI launches MMM Pulse for rapid campaign impact insights
Identity and Access Management

Mortar AI launches MMM Pulse for rapid campaign impact insights

Mortar AI launches MMM Pulse, a fast, data-light tool giving marketers quick, reliable insights into the true impact of campaigns and channels.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 14th Nov 2025
Saviynt unveils partner accreditation to boost cloud delivery
Identity and Access Management

Saviynt unveils partner accreditation to boost cloud delivery

Saviynt has introduced its Partner Delivery Excellence Program to recognise and certify partners skilled in implementing its Identity Cloud for improved customer outcomes.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Jun 2025
Gallagher extends digital badge programme to APAC & IMEA
Identity and Access Management

Gallagher extends digital badge programme to APAC & IMEA

Gallagher Security has expanded its Digital Badge programme across the Asia Pacific and IMEA regions, recognising skills and achievements through verified credentials.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 6th Mar 2025
Exclusive: HID discusses shift towards digital and AI-driven solutions
Surveillance

Exclusive: HID discusses shift towards digital and AI-driven solutions

The security sector in Australia and New Zealand is rapidly shifting towards digital solutions, with HID's Steve Katanas highlighting the role of AI and mobile credentials.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Wed, 5th Mar 2025
ISACA launches new certification for cybersecurity skills
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

ISACA launches new certification for cybersecurity skills

ISACA has launched the Certified Cybersecurity Operations Analyst credential to meet the rising demand for skilled cybersecurity professionals with hands-on experience.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025
Siemens unveils Apple Wallet access for Building X users
Firewalls

Siemens unveils Apple Wallet access for Building X users

Siemens Smart Infrastructure has introduced a mobile access feature for Building X Security Manager, enabling users to enter buildings via Apple Wallet integration.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 13th Jan 2025
Gen foresees rising AI-driven scams & identity risks by 2025
Physical Security

Gen foresees rising AI-driven scams & identity risks by 2025

Gen's cybersecurity predictions for 2025 highlight a surge in identity theft and hyper-personalised scams driven by AI advancements and major breaches.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Dec 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Digital Credentials stories

Standards Australia unveils flexible online training for trades
Identity and Access Management

Standards Australia unveils flexible online training for trades

Standards Australia launches flexible online training platform offering certified courses to help trades and technical professionals meet compliance and safety standards.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Nov 2025
In the age of AI fakes, you need to own your credentials
Blockchain

In the age of AI fakes, you need to own your credentials

With AI fakes on the rise, owning verifiable, private credentials is key to protecting your identity and proving your truth online in 2025.

By Zain Zaidi • 4 min read • Tue, 25th Nov 2025
Report shows Mobile Access Control delivers real green savings
Encryption

Report shows Mobile Access Control delivers real green savings

A study reveals mobile access control reduces environmental impact by over 75% compared to PVC cards, boosting sustainability in security solutions.

By Steven Commander • 5 min read • Wed, 12th Nov 2025
Quishing attacks rise as QR codes pose new cybersecurity risks
Malware

Quishing attacks rise as QR codes pose new cybersecurity risks

QR code phishing, or Quishing, is on the rise globally, with attacks up 51% as cybercriminals exploit trusted codes to steal data and spread malware.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
Authsignal unveils palm biometrics terminal for secure ID
Firewalls

Authsignal unveils palm biometrics terminal for secure ID

Authsignal has launched its innovative Palm Biometrics Identity Experience Terminal, integrating palm biometrics with mobile driver's licenses for secure identity verification.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024