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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
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Jun 20, 2024
Why do Yoti facial age estimation results published by NIST differ to those reported by Yoti in its white papers
In September 2023, we submitted our facial age estimation model to the US National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), as part of a public testing process. This is the first time since 2014 that NIST has evaluated facial age estimation algorithms. NIST age estimation reports are likely to become a globally trusted performance guide for vendor models. NIST assessed vendor Facial Age Estimation models using 4 data test sets at certain image sizes: NIST provides some example images: NIST note in their report that age estimation accuracy “will depend on
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May 30, 2024
Yoti facial age estimation evaluated in the NIST Face Analysis Technology Evaluation program
Yoti proven to be the most accurate facial age estimation algorithm for those aged 13-16, a key age group for online age regulations and child safety 30th May 2024, London, UK – Digital identity company Yoti has had its facial age estimation technology independently evaluated by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), a US agency who provide standards and certification for businesses. The standards and measurements set by NIST are used as a benchmark for technological innovations globally. NIST evaluated Yoti’s facial age estimation as part of their Face Analysis Technology Evaluation (FATE) program. NIST has