Posted on 19 March 2024 by Thales DIS
Biometrics is set to transform countless touchpoints in our lives. By using unique physical or behavioural characteristics for identification, this technology will play a crucial role in the advancement of a safer and more streamlined digital identity. Already predicted to increase by more than 50% from 4.2 billion in 2022 to 6.5 billion in 2026, […]
Posted on 15 March 2024 by Thales DIS
Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) is a new technology designed to defeat brute force attacks performed using quantum computers, which have the potential to break many of the commonly used cryptographic algorithms today. As quantum computing technology advances, traditional cryptographic systems, such as RSA and Elliptic Curve Cryptography (ECC), will become vulnerable to attacks due to their […]
Posted on 22 February 2024 by Thales DIS
Did you know that your passport is packed with close to 100 security measures? Some of these are easy to see, such as the serial number and tactile markings on the cover material, while others are hidden, such as the chip, the hologram details, the watermark, and different kinds of ink. These features are essential […]
Posted on 30 January 2024 by Thales DIS
In the next two decades, passports are poised for transformative changes. With the rapid pace of digitalization, many are questioning whether, in 2044, physical documents will still be prevalent and how the emergence of artificial intelligence (AI) could revolutionize document design and verification. Although increasingly digital, physical passports are likely to remain a staple. By […]
Posted on 17 November 2023 by Thales DIS
There are many scenarios where we might need to prove our age – from ordering an alcoholic drink in a bar, to applying for a job, buying medication, or accessing age restricted content online. And while most people currently use physical documents (such as a passport or a driving license) to verify their age, we […]
Posted on 26 October 2023 by Thales DIS
Cybercrime is something we can no longer avoid. On a regular basis, we hear about companies we have used experiencing a data breach, or a friend or family member who has fallen victim to online fraud. We may even fall victim ourselves – losing money or experiencing stress or disruption. There’s no shortage of statistics to […]