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How we communicate identity’s changing landscape matters to society
APRIL 2023 NEWSLETTER
19 April 2023
New Zealand lawyer ‘not surprised’ if Australian laws change for retail biometrics use
02 December 2024
Source: Biometric Update Website Digital Identity New Zealand (DINZ) hosted a discussion led by NEC New Zealand on “Facial Recognition and CCTV Integration in Retail Security” this week, with a panel including data privacy, government and legal experts. It comes amidst industry anticipation of the New Zealand Privacy Commissioner’s conclusions on supermarket chain Foodstuff’s results from its … Continue reading "How we communicate identity’s changing landscape matters to society"
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Council Elections, DISTF Milestone, and End-of-Year Highlights | November Newsletter
21 November 2024
A warm welcome to our newest members: api connects, Deloitte, and SushLabs.
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DINZ Welcomes the Publication of the Digital Identity Services Trust Framework Rules
08 November 2024
Digital Identity New Zealand (DINZ) is pleased to see the Government’s latest steps toward establishing safe and secure digital identity services, with the official publication of the Digital Identity Services Trust Framework (DISTF) Rules, effective today. This marks a significant milestone for digital identity in New Zealand, where DINZ has contributed its experienced advice from … Continue reading "How we communicate identity’s changing landscape matters to society"
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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 "How we communicate identity’s changing landscape matters to society"
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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 "How we communicate identity’s changing landscape matters to society"
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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 "How we communicate identity’s changing landscape matters to society"
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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 "How we communicate identity’s changing landscape matters to society"
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Media Release
Your personal data – what’s at risk and what’s being done to protect it?
Opinion piece by the Digital Identity New Zealand (DINZ) Executive Council Policy & Regulation Sub-Committee SummaryCurrent regulation requires some businesses to use and hold on to personal information when you use their services. These large datasets of sensitive personal information are highly attractive for cyber criminals and contribute to ongoing cybercrimes and identity theft that … Continue reading "Your personal data – what’s at risk and what’s being done to protect it?"
04 April 2023
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Digital Identity in Aotearoa – the report you’ve been waiting for | February Newsletter
It’s exciting to share the Digital Identity in Aotearoa: Identity and Trust in an Increasingly Digital New Zealand report published earlier this month.
16 February 2023
Media Release
Most Kiwis worried about protecting their identity, survey
February 8, 2023 Most New Zealanders believe it is not easy to protect their information online and they find the idea of being more in control of their digital identity appealing, according to a new Digital Identity New Zealand (DINZ) survey just released. DINZ is a not for profit member association of the New Zealand … Continue reading "Most Kiwis worried about protecting their identity, survey"
08 February 2023
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Will 2023 be remembered as ‘the melting pot year’ for digital law?
January Newsletter Kia ora e te whānau Happy New Year. I hope this finds you well and rested from the holidays. Thank you for reading DINZ’s first newsletter of 2023 on the beach, at the office, or in the tent or caravan out of the rain. Fraud issues tend to surface in the news much … Continue reading "Will 2023 be remembered as ‘the melting pot year’ for digital law?"
18 January 2023
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The State of Digital Identity in Aotearoa | November Newsletter
October, November and December are the busiest months for DINZ as they are in many organisations. DINZ has been hard at work planning the Digital Trust Hui Taumata 2023 confirmed for 1 Aug 2023 at Te Papa Tongarewa, Wellington. Save that date! Get in touch to sponsor or exhibit.
16 November 2022
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Policy and Technology – striving for a perfect match with better outcomes
As signalled in last month’s newsletter, DINZ’s submission to the Office of the Privacy Commissioner’s consultation paper on Biometrics did proceed to plan, and we were grateful to receive OPC’s thanks and acknowledgement of the work put in by our special interest group of DINZ members.
19 October 2022
Digital Identity NZ news
Inclusive and Ethical Use of Digital Identity Research Paper Published
The Inclusive and Ethical Use of Digital Identity Working Group (IEUDI) have written a research and discussion paper report looking into inclusivity and ethics in digital identity. Purpose of this paper The purpose of this paper is to research existing mahi in the areas of inclusivity and ethics in digital identity. Once we have this … Continue reading "Inclusive and Ethical Use of Digital Identity Research Paper Published"
11 October 2022
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Towards a Better Digital Identity Trust Framework in Aotearoa
It’s a great pleasure to share with you DINZ Reflections Report, a seminal piece of work that DINZ’s Digital Identity Trust Framework working group has developed over several months.
21 September 2022
Digital Identity NZ news
Leading the digital trust conversation
Why is digital trust so important? We asked Digital Identity NZ’s executive director Colin Wallis for his perspective on an equitable digital future. Plus, we preview the top trends in digital identity.
15 July 2022
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Postcard from the UK
Digital Identity conversations, concerns and discussion closely resemble those back home. On the one hand it’s comforting that no jurisdiction is immune or somehow different.
20 June 2022
Newsletter
Aotearoa’s digital identity journey that leaves no-one behind
DINZ wasted no time in taking advantage of orange settings to bring our members together in both Wellington and Auckland in the past fortnight. A big shout-out to our sponsor hosts - SSS in Wellington and MinterEllisonRudd Watts in Auckland.
18 May 2022