Industry engagement and future plans | October Newsletter

24 October 2024

Kia ora, October may bring Halloween, but I’m calling it “Crazy-month” with the whirlwind of activity – whether it’s the lead-up to Christmas or gearing up for the second half of the financial year ending in March. At Digital Identity NZ (DINZ), we’re delivering on the present while planning ahead for an even bigger and … Continue reading "DINZ Pod E2 with Graeme Prentice | Biometrics and its use around the globe"

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Biometrics Update: DINZ and NEC Webinar in Review

23 October 2024

Biometrics are transforming the integration of our physical and digital worlds, especially in decentralised identity systems. Technologies like fingerprint and facial recognition not only enhance security but also provide a seamless way to verify identities while safeguarding user privacy. As New Zealand progresses with its Digital Identity Services Trust Framework (DISTF), these innovations empower individuals … Continue reading "DINZ Pod E2 with Graeme Prentice | Biometrics and its use around the globe"

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Shaping the Future of Open Banking in Aotearoa: DINZ Responds to Proposed Designation Regulations and Standards

21 October 2024

21 October 2024 Digital Identity NZ (DINZ), through its Policy and Regulatory Subcommittee, has provided feedback to the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) for the proposed open banking regulations and standards under the Customer and Product Data Bill. This collaborative submission reflects insights from DINZ members across New Zealand’s digital identity sector, representing … Continue reading "DINZ Pod E2 with Graeme Prentice | Biometrics and its use around the globe"

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DINZ Executive Council Elections & Annual Meeting 2024

15 October 2024

Kia ora, In December 2019, members elected the first Digital Identity NZ Executive Council. The Council is the governing group for the association, providing guidance and direction as we navigate the evolving world of digital identity in Aotearoa. Each Council member is elected for a two-year term, with elections held annually, and results notified at … Continue reading "DINZ Pod E2 with Graeme Prentice | Biometrics and its use around the globe"

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Spring Clean | September Newsletter

26 September 2024

Kia ora, Recent weather extremes in Aotearoa reminds us of life’s delicate balance. As I gaze at our last daffodils and watch the remaining lamb playing in the paddock – having sadly lost two to the cold earlier in the month – I’m reminded of the circle of life. This theme resonates with the recent … Continue reading "DINZ Pod E2 with Graeme Prentice | Biometrics and its use around the globe"

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DINZ Hui Keynote: Juliana Cafik on Digital Identity Trust Frameworks

25 September 2024

At the Digital Trust Hui Taumata in August, Juliana Cafik, Microsoft’s Identity Standards Architect, delivered a thought-provoking keynote on global digital identity frameworks. With over 27 years of experience, Juliana provided valuable insights into how trust frameworks enable secure, interoperable digital transactions worldwide. What are Digital Trust Frameworks? Trust frameworks establish rules for: Global Examples … Continue reading "DINZ Pod E2 with Graeme Prentice | Biometrics and its use around the globe"

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DINZ Hui Innovation Spotlight: Why Identity-Centric Security is Crucial for Enterprise Protection

25 September 2024

In today’s digital landscape, data breaches and cyber threats are rapidly evolving. At a recent conference, Marc Airo-Farulla, Regional Sales Director of Entrust, discussed the importance of identity-centric security solutions as the cornerstone for enterprise data protection. He highlighted how identity management is reshaping cybersecurity strategies and shared insights on how organisations can safeguard their … Continue reading "DINZ Pod E2 with Graeme Prentice | Biometrics and its use around the globe"

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International Identity Day 2024: Why Legal Identity Matters for Everyone

25 September 2024

Observed annually on 16 September, International Identity Day aligns with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 16.9, which aims to provide legal identity, including birth registration, to all people by 2030. While most of us can easily prove our identity, for millions around the world, the lack of legal identity remains a significant barrier … Continue reading "DINZ Pod E2 with Graeme Prentice | Biometrics and its use around the globe"

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‘Simply the Best’ | August Newsletter

21 August 2024

If Tina had been in the Oceania Room at Te Papa Tongarewa last Tuesday, and for the two Digital Trust Hui Taumata that preceded it, like some of you were, I think this would have been her observation.

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DINZ Supports NZTech’s Biometrics Concerns

07 August 2024

In response to Graeme Muller's open letter from NZTech to New Zealand Government officials, DINZ and its Biometrics Special Interest Group wish to emphasise our support for the concerns raised.

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Digital Trust Framework: Launch & Future | July Newsletter

24 July 2024

The Digital Identity Services Trust Framework (DISTF) Act took effect on the first day of the month, and included the establishment and implementation of the Regulator, the Trust Framework Authority. The launch was rather low-key, with the only discernible signal from the Department of Internal Affairs being updates to their digital government web pages to reflect this milestone. 

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Will the Digital Trust Hui Taumata 2024 move the dial?

24 July 2024

Deep thought has gone into building the agenda for next month’s Digital Trust Hui Taumata, ahead of Net Hui and The Point 2024, so that conversations live on and build out later in the year and into subsequent years. 

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Government bringing in new digital trust framework

10 July 2024

The government has quietly ushered in the beginnings of what it hopes will be the answer to people's experiences of fraud and lack of trust online. Its new digital trust framework has gone live in recent days.

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Postcard from Berlin | June Newsletter

26 June 2024

Earlier this month, I was lucky enough to be personally invited by Joerg Resch to attend Europe’s flagship digital ID conference in Berlin, EIC 2024.

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Identity 2.5 with Alan Mayo

04 June 2024

Alan Mayo is developing identity solutions beyond the Digital Economy, solutions that have applicability over multiple human scenarios, in-person, on-line, and by telephone.

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DINZ Pod E2 with Graeme Prentice | Biometrics and its use around the globe

Our guest, Graeme Prentice, has a passion for biometric technology. He has a pivotal role as solution architect at NEC, building a foundation for our digital interactions. In this episode, Graeme provides us with a fascinating insight into the current state of biometrics and its uses around the globe. We discover how algorithms have evolved … Continue reading "DINZ Pod E2 with Graeme Prentice | Biometrics and its use around the globe"
10 September 2024

DINZ Pod E1 with Colin Wallis | Where is New Zealand in the world of digital identity?

Not many people know that New Zealand has been known as a world leader in digital identity. So much is changing in the world, so can we claim that title today? Join us as Colin provides us a fascinating international perspective on where we have been, where we are heading, and how we compare with … Continue reading "DINZ Pod E1 with Colin Wallis | Where is New Zealand in the world of digital identity?"
08 August 2024

Digital Identity Services Trust Framework Bill

Digital Identity New Zealand (DINZ) appreciates the opportunity to make a submission to the Economic Development, Science and Innovation Committee on the Digital Identity Services Trust Framework Bill (the Bill). This submission is the result of a collaborative working-group effort between DINZ members and the subject matter expertise of DINZ’s Executive Council Members. We appreciate … Continue reading "Digital Identity Services Trust Framework Bill"
02 December 2021