Future Trends

Electronic Identity (eID)

Electronic ID cards (eID) represent the trend of traditional identity documents transitioning to digital. An increasing number of countries are launching or upgrading their electronic identity systems.

Key Features

• Embedded security chips storing encrypted data
• Biometric information (fingerprints, facial images)
• Support for online identity verification and digital signatures
• Integration with government and commercial services

Verifiable Credentials (VCs)

The W3C Verifiable Credentials standard defines a new digital credential format that supports Decentralized Identity (DID) and selective disclosure.

Core Concepts

• Issuer - Entity that creates and signs credentials
• Holder - Individual who stores and presents credentials
• Verifier - Service that verifies credential authenticity

Application Scenarios

• Academic degrees and professional certifications
• Age and identity verification
• Health and vaccination credentials

Digital Identity Wallets

Mobile driver's licenses (mDL) and digital identity wallets are rapidly developing worldwide.

International Standards

• ISO/IEC 18013-5 - Mobile Driver's License (mDL) International Standard
• ISO/IEC 23220 - Mobile Identity Credential Framework

Implementation Cases

Several countries and regions have begun piloting or launching digital identity wallets:

• European Union - European Digital Identity Wallet (EUDI Wallet)
• United States - Mobile driver's license programs in multiple states
• Australia - Digital identity system

Privacy & Security Considerations

The development of digital identity technology also brings new privacy and security challenges:

• Data minimization and selective disclosure
• User control and consent management
• Cross-border interoperability
• Prevention of mass surveillance