In this episode of The Future of Identity Podcast, I’m joined by Diego Fernández, co-founder of QuarkID and Sovra, to discuss the innovative decentralized identity solution rolled out by the city of Buenos Aires. QuarkID has garnered international attention for its self-custodial identity wallet app, and Diego provides a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at its development, challenges, and growing adoption.

In this episode, we explore:

• The journey of QuarkID, from its origin story to its evolution as a decentralized identity solution.
• Insights into adoption challenges when launching a self-custodial identity wallet app in February and the breakthrough moment of integrating it into the government mobile app.
• The impressive growth of QuarkID, with over 200,000 users onboarded in just 40 days and adoption accelerating at an increasing rate.
• Diego’s visionary perspective on the shortcomings of current identity systems and how improved digital identity can drive prosperity and empowerment.
• Practical lessons for governments and organizations looking to implement decentralized identity systems.

This episode is a must-listen for professionals in digital identity, government innovation, and technology ecosystems. Whether you’re interested in decentralized identity, user adoption strategies, or creating impactful public-private partnerships, this conversation offers valuable insights.

Enjoy the episode, and don’t forget to share it with others who are passionate about the future of identity!

Learn more about QuarkID at https://quarkid.org/.

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In this episode of the Future of Identity podcast, I’m joined by Jeffrey Schwartz, Founder and CEO of Dentity, to discuss the recent acquisition of Trinsic’s SSI platform assets, their ongoing partnership with Trinsic, and the innovations driving decentralized identity adoption. They explore the journey behind Dentity’s success in achieving market traction, building trust, and scaling decentralized identity solutions in the face of market challenges.

In this episode we dive into:

• The strategy behind Dentity’s success and rapid adoption in the decentralized identity market
• The Trinsic Ecosystem, interoperability challenges, and creating user-friendly identity solutions
• The role of interoperability and strategic partnerships in scaling decentralized identity systems
• The future of decentralized identity and the Trinsic Acceptance Network — connecting users, platforms, and networks globally

Whether you're an enterprise, developer, or identity enthusiast, this conversation is packed with insights into the future of identity ecosystems and their transformative potential.

You can learn more about Dentity at dentity.com.

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In this episode of The Future of Identity Podcast, I’m joined by Ajay Gupta, Chief Digital Transformation Officer of the California Department of Motor Vehicles, to discuss California’s groundbreaking mobile driver’s license (mDL) program. From its launch to current adoption trends and future ambitions, this episode provides a comprehensive look at how California is shaping the future of mDLs.

In this episode we explore:

• The adoption and growth rates of California’s mDL program, including demographic insights and usage trends.
• Where mDLs are being used today and the balance between Android and iOS wallet downloads.
• The promising potential of remote verification (online use of mDLs) and why Ajay sees it as the fastest-growing channel for adoption.
• Key lessons for other states, DMVs, and government agencies on engaging stakeholders and demonstrating ROI for mDL programs.
• Practical advice for driving adoption among businesses and other relying parties.

This episode is a must-listen for those interested in the future of digital identity, especially professionals working in government, transportation, or identity ecosystems. Whether you’re curious about the technical, policy, or adoption aspects of mDLs, there’s something here for everyone.

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Learn more about the CA DMV’s mDL hackathon outcomes in a free public briefing webinar on Januaty 10th. Register here.

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In this episode of The Future of Identity Podcast, I’m joined by David Kelts, a leader in digital identity and mobile ID initiatives, with a career that spans significant contributions across multiple companies and initiatives worldwide. David's insights shed light on the journey of mobile driver’s licenses (mDLs), the evolution of identity verification, and his current role at Decipher Identity, where he’s tackling adoption challenges and working with businesses to expand use cases for digital identity.

We explore:

- David's early work at Idemia, including pioneering efforts in connecting driver’s licenses to online identity proofing.
- The origin and adoption challenges of mobile driver’s licenses (mDLs) and why adoption has lagged behind expectations.
- Privacy concerns surrounding digital IDs and the misconception of "phone home" tracking in mobile identity, along with how privacy regulations are influencing this space.
- The role of standards organizations and government agencies, like AMVA and TSA, in fostering privacy and security in digital credentials.
- The future vision for digital identity, including the potential for digital-native identity credentials, cross-border use cases, and the value of user choice in secure digital wallets.

David also shares stories from working directly with states like Utah and California on mDL projects and reflects on what’s needed for broader adoption. This episode is a deep dive into the evolving landscape of digital identity and is perfect for anyone interested in the future of authentication, privacy, and user-centric identity solutions.

You can learn more about Decipher Identity at decipher.id.

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In this episode of The Future of Identity Podcast, I’m joined by Rohan Pinto, Co-founder and CTO of 1Kosmos, a company at the forefront of decentralized identity and passwordless authentication solutions. We explore the evolution of identity management and the journey from blockchain-based beginnings to building secure, user-controlled identity systems that go beyond traditional centralized approaches.

We dive into several key topics, including:

- Rohan’s background in identity and access management, and his transition into building cryptographic solutions that emphasize user control over their identities.
- The role of blockchain as an enabler in identity verification and why it’s not the complete solution to today’s identity challenges.
- 1Kosmos’s unique approach to authentication, including their pivot from blockchain to passwordless access using biometric verification.
- The challenges and potential of user-controlled identity and verifiable credentials, and why widespread adoption has been slower than expected.
- Rohan’s perspective on the future of identity, including how decentralized identifiers and biometrics will reshape how we access systems and interact with digital services.

Rohan shares insights from his new book and offers a deep dive into the complexities and opportunities of building a more secure, user-centric identity ecosystem. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the future of identity, security, and the evolving digital landscape.

You can learn more about 1Kosmos at 1kosmos.com.

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In this episode, I’m joined by Calvin Fabre, President and Founder of Envoc, a company that has been at the heart of mobile driver's license (mDL) innovation in Louisiana, a state leading the nation in mDL adoption. Calvin shares the fascinating story of how his company helped bring the country’s first digital driver’s license into reality, starting with a simple idea for a “digital glove box.”

We dive into a variety of topics, including:

- The journey from bidding on payment processing systems to developing a groundbreaking MDL system for the Louisiana DMV
- How Envoc navigated the complexities of legislation and law enforcement adoption to make digital driver's licenses legal for routine traffic stops
- The importance of user feedback in expanding the LA Wallet app to include hunting licenses, concealed carry permits, and even COVID-19 vaccine cards
- The unique role LA Wallet has played in verifying identity remotely, including for disaster relief and online age verification for adult content
- Insights on the future of digital credentials, from frictionless onboarding to the growing adoption of MDLs in industries like banking and retail

Calvin’s expertise offers a deep dive into the future of identity and digital credentials, making this episode a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of technology, law enforcement, and secure digital identification.

You can learn more about Envoc at envoc.com.

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In this episode, I sit down with Karyl Fowler, co-founder and CEO of Transmute, a company at the forefront of integrating modern identity technology into global trade. Before founding Transmute, Karyl's work in the semiconductor and bioelectronics industries provided her with unique insights into the complexities of global supply chains.

We explore a variety of topics, including:

• The challenges of digitizing trade documentation and how Transmute is solving the multi-billion dollar paper problem
• The evolution of decentralized identity and its application to physical goods and cross-border commerce
• Key lessons learned from working with regulators and how Transmute has navigated the highly regulated trade industry

Karyl offers valuable perspectives on the future of trade and digital identity, making this an episode you won't want to miss!

You can learn more about Transmute on their website: transmute.industries.

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In this episode, I talk with Kim Hamilton Duffy, the Executive Director of the Decentralized Identity Foundation (DIF). Before her work at DIF, Kim served as the CTO at Learning Machine, an early pioneer in the self-sovereign identity space that was acquired in 2020.

We cover a range of topics, including:

- The early days at Learning Machine and how they acquired their first customers
- The messaging strategies that resonated and the unexpected moves that set them apart, like making it easy for customers to leave
- How adoption exceeded expectations at Learning Machine and how that compares to the current decentralized identity landscape

Kim offers deep insights from her extensive experience in the digital identity ecosystem, making this a conversation you won't want to miss!

You can learn more about DIF on their website: identity.foundation.

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One of the most frequent requests that we get is to record an episode about Trinsic. So this week we’re doing just that because we recently announced the launch of our identity acceptance network in partnership with CLEAR, Yoti, IDVerse, Airside, Dentity, and more than a dozen others.

This episode will outline what identity acceptance is, how Trinsic landed on this approach, and how this might be relevant to you.

If this is interesting to you, we’re hosting a webinar next week which you can learn more about and register at trinsic.id/webinar.

To read more about our identity acceptance network check out the announcement: https://trinsic.id/first-identity-acceptance-network/

Thanks for listening. Feel free to reach out on Twitter at rileyphughes, and visit trinsic.id if you’re interested in participating in our identity acceptance network.

In this episode we talk with Adrian Field, the Director of Market Development at OneID, which is a bank-based identity verification product focused on the UK market.

We cover a range of topics, including:

• How they apply a revenue-share model to incentivize banks to participate in their ecosystem
• The main use cases they’re focusing on in their go-to-market and the drivers that qualify those as good use cases
• How Adrian sees the user experience evolving with emerging standards like verifiable credentials

Adrian has a very good grasp on the digital ID ecosystem and is generous sharing his insights after four years working in this space.

You can learn more about OneID on their website: https://oneid.uk/.

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