You must have heard of technologies like BPAY, eftpos, PayID, Osko, and Beam – all household names in payments. What you might not know is that they’re all part of Australian Payments Plus (AP+). ConnectID, Australia's first identity exchange platform, is also a key part of this ecosystem.

In this episode of IDiot Proof, hosts Rob and Sally sit down with Andrew Black, Managing Director of ConnectID, to discuss Australia’s journey toward digital identity adoption. They dive into the advancements we've made as a country, the current challenges we face, and what lies ahead for the future of digital identity.

About Our Guest:

Andrew Black (Managing Director of ConnectID)

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Apply for a gym membership ... Verify your age at a pub ...  Pay electricity bills ...  Create & amend a will ... Sign up for a rewards card ... Open a bank account ...

Now imagine doing all of these things with just a few clicks - thanks to Digital ID. Sounds like a dream? It’s already a reality in Estonia!

In this episode, we’re joined by the incredible Kersti Eesmaa, a Digital ID expert and former Estonian Ambassador. Kersti shares how Digital ID simplifies everyday life, from booking a dentist appointment to handling complex legal documents like wills. She also explores Estonia’s journey of building trust with its citizens by offering choice. And it’s not just for banks and financial services - Digital ID has 100+ practical use cases you’ll discover in this episode!

About Our Guest: Kersti Eesmaa (Ambassador for Women in Cyber Security, WorkPath Australia (WPA)) 

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Australians lost $206 million to romance fraud last year - and that’s just the reported figure, the real number is likely much higher. And the financial impact is nothing in comparison to the emotional damage caused.

In Episode 2 of IDiot Proof, we welcome the wonderful Becky Holmes, author of "Keanu Reeves Is NOT In Love With You", to explore the murky world of online romance fraud and how digital identity could be a game-changer.

In this episode, Rob and Becky take us through the ups and downs of online romance scams, from the emotional toll on victims to the clever tactics used by scammers. We’ll look at how digital identity can make a real difference, the challenges for law enforcement, and why spreading awareness is key.

• How digital identity can help stop romance scams
• The emotional and financial impact on victims
• Why social media platforms need stronger security measures

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Welcome to the very first episode of IDiot Proof: Digital Identity Podcast! Join us as we kick things off with First Assistant Secretary at Department of Finance, Mr. John Shepherd, to explore what digital Identity really means. 

- Do have hate wondering what businesses do when they collect your passport, drivers licence and other identity information?
- Get sick of riffling around in a filing cabinet looking for your birth certificate?
- Wonder if there is another way?

We’re all a little tired of the constant hacks and our Identities being stolen…" But what if there was a better way to protect your personal information? In this episode, we explore how digital identity is changing the game - making it easier and safer to verify who you are. Let’s dive into how this technology can simplify and secure your life.

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