Digital identity in New Zealand: Trust is good but legal clarity and fairness are equally important
As digital identity services become more accessible and technically sophisticated, it’s easier than ever for New Zealanders to verify who they are online. With the Digital Identity Services Trust Framework Act 2023 (Trust Framework) now in force, we’re entering a new era of digital trust. But as with any emerging technology, adoption brings legal risks that must be carefully managed.
Open Everything: Empowering a World Built on Trust, Digital Identity, and Data Rights
Here at The Middleware Group our strategy is Open Everything. This concept is about creating a world where organisations and consumers across all industry sectors interact and communicate seamlessly, giving individuals and businesses access to a wealth of information and insights to make informed decisions in all their endeavours. At the heart of this movement lies a critical shift, transferring control over data and identity back into the hands of each New Zealander, rather than leaving them solely with the organisations that happen to collect or store them.
Putting Power in the Hands of People: Why Democratising Access to Credentials is Essential
In an increasingly connected world, managing identity and competency data has never been more important, or more complex. As industries grow more regulated, and digitised, there’s a growing call to empower individuals to take ownership of their own credentials and professional data. At JNCTN, we believe it’s time for a shift – away from centralised systems that place the burden of data management on companies, and toward user-controlled, universally accessible tools.
Digital Identity in the Digital Economy
Digital identity technologies are powerful tools that have the potential to underpin a burgeoning and multifaceted digital economy. However, the promises of safety, security and efficiency that come with the tools can only be delivered through relationships and networks built on trust and collaboration.
Unlocking Digital Identity in New Zealand – Addressing Challenges to Adoption
Digital identity in New Zealand has long been an area brimming with potential, but also with persistent challenges. While the promise of more secure, seamless access to services for individuals and organisations is clear, the reality on the ground has often felt fragmented and slow to take off.
Global Identity Expert to Keynote Digital Trust Hui Taumata 2025
We’re thrilled to announce that James Monaghan, Co-Founder of MISSION, will be joining us from the UK to deliver the opening keynote address at the Digital Trust Hui Taumata 2025!
Digital Trust Hui Taumata 2025: Key Government Officials Confirmed
We are excited to announce that the leading digital trust conversation in Aotearoa is back with an exceptional lineup of speakers already confirmed. The 2025 Hui Taumata promises to be a landmark event for everyone involved in New Zealand’s digital trust ecosystem.
Innovation Spotlight: Why Identity-Centric Security is Crucial for Enterprise Protection
When you start with mutual trust, amazing things become possible
In recent decades, the digital revolution has reshaped how people, devices, and institutions interact with each other and conduct their operations. Technologies that once seemed ground-breaking or even magical — from electronic signatures and tap-to-pay, to smartphones and digital wallets — now represent everyday conveniences that we largely take for granted.
Building a brighter future with TrustTech
When you start with mutual trust, amazing things become possible
In recent decades, the digital revolution has reshaped how people, devices, and institutions interact with each other and conduct their operations. Technologies that once seemed ground-breaking or even magical — from electronic signatures and tap-to-pay, to smartphones and digital wallets — now represent everyday conveniences that we largely take for granted.
Identity Fraud Does Not Discriminate
From banking to real estate, healthcare, ride sharing, and more, it’s increasingly clear that no sector is immune to identity fraud. Indeed, the 2024 report End-user expectations of digital identity, from Onfido, an Entrust company, reveals that 12% of users (roughly 1 in 10) of digital services fell victim to fraud last year, with higher rates reported by American (15%), French (14%), and Canadian (13%) consumers.