In this episode of "The Payment Parallel," Proof CEO Pat Kinsel sits down with author David Stearns to discuss the outdated and cumbersome process of identity verification—and what the identity industry can learn from the evolution of digital payments.

David shares his experience navigating manual, paper-based notarization and highlights the security risks that come with it. Together, he and Pat draw parallels between identity verification today and how payments were processed before electronic cards revolutionized transactions.

Could the same innovations that made payments seamless and secure offer a blueprint for restoring trust online? Check out Episode 1 of The Payment Parallel Podcast!

Download the full Payment Parallel eBook for free at proof.com/the-payment-parallel.

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