Posted on 02 April 2024 by Terhi Halminen
What are EU eRPs? An eResidence Permit (eRP) is a crucial document that allows foreign nationals to stay in the European Union (EU) beyond the initial three months. It serves as a legal proof of residence and provides essential information about the holder’s status. In light of recent incidents involving high-quality eRP counterfeits, there are […]
Posted on 26 March 2024 by John Cullen
Whether we actively think about it or not, we are constantly verifying our identity as part of our everyday lives. Monitoring digital identity trends is therefore more important than ever. From showing our passports at border control, to buying alcohol and even unlocking our phones, proving our identity is a central part of countless daily […]
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 […]