Benefits of Digital ID
A minister has stated that the new virtual Veteran Card can serve as a "really good case study" of the benefits of digital identity.
The example set by the new virtual Veteran Card can serve as a "really good case study" of the benefits of digital identity and could also help address people's "legitimate concerns" surrounding the technology.
Digital government minister Ian Murray made this statement in a briefing previewing the launch of the first major move into digital ID, in response to a question from PublicTechnology about whether the platform could help demonstrate the benefits of the technology.
The new electronic version of the ID document for former military personnel was launched, marking a significant step in the government's move into digital credentials.
Author's summary: Minister praises digital ID benefits.