That common ground provides a basis to pinpoint and sincerely address the differences in informed opinion about what kind of system can actually benefit the UK.

The use of “trusted” digital ID software to verify your identity online in the UK has taken on a statutory footing as of 1 December. The measures contained in the Data (Use and Access) Act, which ...

In September 2025, UK prime minister Keir Starmer announced that a new digital ID system would be implemented by the government to tackle illegal migration. Much like confirming identity when using ...

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has confirmed the introduction of digital ID's in the UK. According to the government, the new scheme will help combat illegal working while making it easier for the ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. David Birch is a London-based advisor on digital financial services. There was a very interesting discussion on BBC Radio 4 last ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Bitcoin journalist and financial analyst based in London. The UK government is the third largest sovereign holder of bitcoin, with ...

Everything we know as whistleblowers sound alarm over data security - Concerns over data security have cast doubt on the UK's ...

Tech companies have made some bold claims in recent months. For example, Tesla and SpaceX chief Elon Musk claimed last month that robots and Artificial Intelligence (AI) will "eradicate global poverty ...

The problems it solves are real but comparatively minor. The risks it creates are enormous. In some ways, I understand why there is some demand for a digital ID. In theory, a digital ID could offer ...

LONDON, Sept 26 (Reuters) - The British government said on Friday it would require every employee to hold a digital identity document, Prime Minister Keir Starmer's latest attempt to tackle illegal ...

The government’s announcement of a national digital ID scheme has had the unfortunate effect of alienating the very suppliers it needs to create economic growth. Why? The UK government wants to be pro ...