In the U.S., a new identity theft case happens every 22 seconds, contributing to over 1.4 million reports in 2025 — a 7% increase compared to last year. Synthetic identities and AI-driven fraud are fueling this alarming trend.
Why it matters: Identity fraud is accelerating, exposing gaps in outdated IDV methods. Businesses must urgently upgrade to more secure, dynamic identity verification to safeguard customers and reputation.
Lukas Han is a Senior Software Engineer at Hopae, specialized in scalable backend systems and digital identity standards. Today, he highlights how mDL standards, especially ISO 18013-5 and ISO 18013-7, are reshaping how businesses approach identity verification.
Yesterday — April 29th — Google announced the expansion of his Wallet to 50 more countries, adding ID support from new U.S. issuers — plus partners like Amazon, Bumble, and UK Rail. It also now includes Zero-Knowledge Proof tech for privacy-first age verification.
Why it matters:One of the world’s largest platforms is scaling digital ID use cases — and exporting its ZK architecture. Expect wallets to become the new battleground for ID, privacy, and trust.
mDLs, digital ID control, and the fight for liberty
Ronald Petrlic, Professor for Information Security at TH Nürnberg, shared key takeaways from IIW40 — from mDL tracking risks to revocation threats in government-issued ID wallets. The push for digital identity must balance innovation with liberty — systems built without safeguards risk turning against the very users they aim to serve.
Spain launched MiDNI, a mobile app to carry a digital version of the national ID (DNI), initially for in-person use like hotel check-ins and banking. Online services will follow in 2026.
EU opens consultation on eID wallet implementing acts
On April 16, 2025, the European Commission published 12 draft Implementing Acts for the EU Digital Identity Wallet, inviting public feedback. These drafts outline the proposed legal and technical requirements that will structure the future eID ecosystem across Europe.
May 14, 2025 | London, UK A one-day event bringing together identity leaders from finance, retail, healthcare, and government to explore how digital ID can create seamless, secure customer experiences.
Open Identity Summit (OID) 2025 May 22–23, 2025 | Neubiberg, Germany OID 2025 aims to connect practical experiences with academic innovations in identity management, trust services, and cloud computing.
