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Explore our one-day conference programme filled with inspiring keynote presentations, engaging panel discussions, and plenty of networking opportunities in the company of digital identity leaders from Aotearoa and around the world.
Our one-day programme features keynote presentations, panel discussions, roundtables and more.
Conference registration, coffee and networking with exhibitors
Kaumatua Peter Jackson (Te Ātiawa, Taranaki Iwi)
Ngapera Riley, MC
We’re delighted to have Ngapera Riley, the CEO of Figure.nz, as our host for the day.
Graeme Muller, Chief Executive Officer, NZTech
Colin Wallis, Executive Director, Digital Identity New Zealand
An update on the government’s future direction for Digital Identity and Trust in Aotearoa
Hon Judith Collins, Minister for Digitising Government, Minister for Science, Innovation and Technology
Juliana Cafik , Microsoft
Juliana will provide an overview of the international landscape for Digital Trust Frameworks and how NZ’s compares.
This panel discussion brings together a diverse group of experts in the field of Digital Identity. The panelists will explore the critical issues in this field, sharing their unique insights and experiences. The discussion will cover a range of topics including the roles of Trust Frameworks and Digital Wallets, perspectives on adoption from Relying Parties and Verifiers, and what challenges need to be overcome to secure the future of Digital Identity. This will offer a comprehensive understanding of the current landscape and the path ahead. In addition, the panelists will engage with audience questions, fostering an interactive and engaging dialogue.
Moderator: Colin Wallis, Executive Director, Digital Identity New Zealand
Panellists:
Juliana Cafik, Microsoft
Waylon Kenning, Ministry of Social Development (MSD)
Matt Padernal, Hospitality NZ (HNZ)
Conrad Morgan, Chief Technology & Product Officer, Worldline New Zealand
At the forefront of Paytech in New Zealand and a trailblazer in open banking, Worldline is forging an acceptance network that transcends mere transactions. Hear from Conrad about how they have established a digital identity acceptance network with an aim to streamline processes, empower consumers with greater data control, and create the platform for New Zealand’s digital landscape.
Colin Wallis sits down with Conrad Morgan, Chief Technology & Product Officer, Worldline New Zealand to build on Conrad’s keynote.
Morning tea and networking with fellow attendees, sponsors and exhibitors
Steven Graham, General Manager, Innovation, Biometrics at NEC New Zealand explores the factors that have led to negative public perceptions around Biometrics.
Moderator: Steven Graham, General Manager, Innovation, Biometrics at NEC New Zealand
Graeme Prentice, Biometric Solutions Business Architect, NEC New Zealand
Dr Vica Papp, Principal Data Scientist in Identification, MBIE
Dave Birch, Author, advisor and commentator on digital financial services
Vanessa Ronan-Pearce, Payments NZ
Dave Birch, Author, advisor and commentator on digital financial services
Alex Sims, University of Auckland
David McDonald, Being AI
Luke McIntyre, MATTR
Three leading experts convened by a fourth, our MC, discuss what aspects of the morning’s Kōrero resonated with them from a Te Ao Maori viewpoint, to help guide both speakers and audience on the challenges, opportunities and why getting it right is important for all New Zealanders.
Victoria MacLennan, DECA
Dr Warren Williams, Katoa Connect Trust
Dr Karaitiana Taiuru, Te Hapori Matihiko
Lunch Break
Exploring the challenges and triumphs of achieving digital trust. Delegates will be invited to choose their preferred topics for these facilitated discussions. Led by industry experts, this is an opportunity to connect and network with peers.
| Table 1 | The Digital Identity Services Trust Framework Authority: supporting the digital identity services market in Aotearoa | James Little and Prashil Reddy – DIA Digital identity services are here – are you ready? Learn more about the value of a safe, trusted and effective digital identity system, the role of the regulator, and the benefits for your organisation. |
| Table 2 | The importance of managing workforce identity across both cloud and on prem | Shane Day – Unify Solutions |
| Table 3 | Passkeys: can security and customer experience really work together? | Justin Soong, Authsignal |
| Table 4 | Data Protection and Encryption: Safeguarding Sensitive Information in the Digital Age | Marc Airo-Farulla – ENTRUST |
| Table 5 | Digital Identity Trust Frameworks – what does good look like? | Representative from Microsoft |
| Table 6 | Transforming Everyday Interactions: The Promise of New Zealand’s Digital Identity Acceptance Network | Julia Nicol, Worldline |
| Table 7 | A verified credentials ecosystem and how AI Agents will use it to do work | Nyssa Waters & Sean Muller Being AI Group |
| Table 8 | From trusted cash to trusted digital cash | Robbie Taylor, RBNZ |
| Table 9 | AI and digital trust: ensuring human safety in the age of intelligent machines | Mitchell Pham Technology innovator, business executive, industry leader, and member of the Digital Trust Centre of Excellence thinktank advising APEC member governments on the future of digital economies. |
| Table 10 | The Future of Identity : A Roundtable Exploration | Tracey Cotter-Martin & Lou Compagnone Datacom |
| Table 11 | The future is now for verifiable credentials | Luke McIntyre CPO, MATTR |
| Table 12 | Creating Inclusive Digital Identity: The challenges and benefits for people with specific access needs | Chandra Harrison (MD), Access Advisors. |
Exploring the challenges and triumphs of achieving digital trust. Delegates will be invited to choose their preferred topics for these facilitated discussions. Led by industry experts, this is an opportunity to connect and network with peers.
| Table 1 | The Digital Identity Services Trust Framework Authority: supporting the digital identity services market in Aotearoa | James Little and Prashil Reddy – DIA Digital identity services are here – are you ready? Learn more about the value of a safe, trusted and effective digital identity system, the role of the regulator, and the benefits for your organisation. |
| Table 2 | The importance of managing workforce identity across both cloud and on prem | Shane Day – Unify Solutions |
| Table 3 | Passkeys: can security and customer experience really work together? | Justin Soong, Authsignal |
| Table 4 | Data Protection and Encryption: Safeguarding Sensitive Information in the Digital Age | Marc Airo-Farulla – ENTRUST |
| Table 5 | Digital Identity Trust Frameworks – what does good look like? | Representative from Microsoft |
| Table 6 | Transforming Everyday Interactions: The Promise of New Zealand’s Digital Identity Acceptance Network | Julia Nicol, Worldline |
| Table 7 | A verified credentials ecosystem and how AI Agents will use it to do work | Nyssa Waters & Sean Muller Being AI Group |
| Table 8 | From trusted cash to trusted digital cash | Robbie Taylor, RBNZ |
| Table 9 | AI and digital trust: ensuring human safety in the age of intelligent machines | Mitchell Pham Technology innovator, business executive, industry leader, and member of the Digital Trust Centre of Excellence thinktank advising APEC member governments on the future of digital economies. |
| Table 10 | The Future of Identity : A Roundtable Exploration | Tracey Cotter-Martin & Lou Compagnone Datacom |
| Table 11 | The future is now for verifiable credentials | Luke McIntyre CPO, MATTR |
| Table 12 | Creating Inclusive Digital Identity: The challenges and benefits for people with specific access needs | Chandra Harrison (MD), Access Advisors. |
Afternoon Break
Dr Vica Papp, Principal Data Scientist in Identification, MBIE
Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) improves public service delivery at population scale and as such, is essential for participation in society and markets in the 21st century. Digital Identity is the keystone of DPI, but its uptake critically hinges on trust. But what do we know about if and how people trust digital identity in Aotearoa in the 2020s? Join Dr VP as they introduce the findings of the research report, and explore its implication for policymakers, businesses, vendors, relying parties and individuals in the digital identity sector.
Moderator: Paul Platen, Chair, Digital Identity New Zealand
Dr Vica Papp, Principal Data Scientist in Identification, MBIE
Justin Soong, Founder, Authsignal
Representative from ENTRUST
Discuss Research findings, Scams, fraud, the digital divide, misinformation, under age access to harmful content, and the role of modern digital identity practices in enabling the balance between security, access and market responsiveness
Marc Airo-Farulla, ENTRUST
The traditional digital security perimeter has disappeared due to a multitude of factors, including the uptick in cloud adoption, the ever-increasing number of machines, and remote workforces. Organizations are looking for new ways to approach their digital security and ensure they are appropriately mitigating evolving threats and limiting their attack surface.
See how Entrust uniquely helps organizations establish a strong and resilient security practice with a comprehensive portfolio of solutions that help secure identities, devices, applications, networks, and data.
Steve Wiggins, Chief Executive, Payments NZ
John Lambert, Digital Domain Lead | Regulatory, Customer & Corporate, NZTA
Shane Day, Chief Technology Officer, Unify Solutions
Three leading experts convened by a fourth, our MC, discuss what aspects of the afternoon’s Kōrero resonated with them from a Te Ao Maori viewpoint, to help guide both speakers and audience on the challenges, opportunities and why getting it right is important for all New Zealanders.
Victoria MacLennan, DECA
Dr Warren Williams, Katoa Connect Trust
Dr Karaitiana Taiuru, Te Hapori Matihiko
Remarks from the international guest speakers, hosts and MC
Host – Colin Wallis, Executive Director, DINZ