Towards a single digital identity

John Leonard
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The benefits of a single digital ID to cover tax returns, gym membership and travel are clear, the question is how best to go about it

It's striking how many news stories revolve around questions of digital identity. Last week we witnessed the shocking online racial abuse of England footballers, which led to calls for verification...

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