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Aug 07, 2024
Introducing integrations: making it easier for you to use Yoti
Today, we’re launching our integrations, helping businesses streamline identity and age verification processes and embed them within their existing software. So far, we have over 70 integrations. That’s more than any other identity company. Yoti integrates into over 70 of the biggest SAAS products From video conferencing platforms, HR platforms, customer relationship management (CRM) tools and financing and accounting software, you can benefit from our verification solutions without the expensive integration costs. We’ll build, monitor and manage the integrated systems you choose – there’s no need to allocate the time and resources of your team. Streamlining verification processes within
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Jul 29, 2024
Thoughts from our CEO
In this blog series, our CEO Robin Tombs will be sharing his experience, whilst focusing on major themes, news and issues in the world of identity verification and age assurance. Digital IDs have been a hot topic this month. Robin spoke to Times Radio about digital IDs and shares some more thoughts on them below. He also addresses some inaccurate claims about facial age estimation. Digital IDs are a focus for the new government The new UK government is clear that individuals should be able to use certified digital IDs to prove who they are with more businesses. This
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Jul 25, 2024
Yoti calls on new government to update legislation, support digital IDs and prioritise online safety
As the new government looks ahead and plans what details to include in the new laws mentioned in the King’s Speech, we have outlined some key focus areas where leveraging technology at relatively low cost can unlock digital transformation in the UK and accelerate economic growth. Updating the Mandatory Licensing Conditions Whilst it’s encouraging to see the new government intends to introduce a new law protecting retail staff from verbal and physical abuse, prevention is better than cure and retailers all confirm that checking age is one of the events that triggers abuse. We urge the new government
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Jul 24, 2024
Seven things you need to know about our Digital IDs
A Digital ID gives you an easier, smarter and safer way to prove your age or identity using your phone. Here’s seven facts about our Digital ID apps (Yoti ID, Post Office EasyID and Lloyds Bank Smart ID) to help you get the most out of your Digital ID. 1. Our Digital IDs are approved for proof of age We’ve all been there: you’re heading on a night out with friends or would like to watch a 15+ film at the cinema. But you’ve forgotten your ID. Frustrating right? With our Digital ID apps, you can prove your age using
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Jul 18, 2024
Understanding the Digital Information and Smart Data Bill
This blog was updated in July 2024, following the General Election and the King’s Speech which announced the new Digital Information and Smart Data Bill (DISD). The government has committed to introducing the Bill, which aims to harness the power of data for economic growth, including setting up a regulatory framework for digital identities in the UK. We will update this blog once the government has shared further information about this new Bill. Below is a summary of what we know so far. For now, we have also included the previous blog content on the former Data Protection and
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Jun 25, 2024
Digital IDs from Yoti, Post Office and Lloyds Bank are accredited by PASS for proof of age
London, UK – 25th June – The three Digital ID Connect apps – Yoti ID, Post Office EasyID and Lloyds Bank Smart ID – are now accredited by the UK’s national Proof of Age Standards Scheme (PASS). This gives UK businesses selling age-restricted goods and services more trust in Digital IDs, having confidence they are genuine and that customers have been verified to a high standard. Each of the Digital ID apps includes the approved PASS hologram. In the UK, Yoti ID, Post Office EasyID and Lloyds Bank Smart ID can be used for: Buying all age-restricted goods including