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Jumio partners with National Crime Check
Partner Programmes

Jumio partners with National Crime Check

The long-time customer is pairing its proven technology with Jumio Identity Verification to conduct real-time identity checks for Australian businesses.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 3rd Jun 2021
FrankieOne to build Westpac's BaaS identity infrastructure
Fintech

FrankieOne to build Westpac's BaaS identity infrastructure

Melbourne-based FrankieOne will build Westpac's identity infrastructure for its new BaaS platform, set to launch in mid-2021.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Mar 2021

Global Stories

Identity stories

Excellent CX requires first party data and robust strategies, survey finds
Customer Relationship Management

Excellent CX requires first party data and robust strategies, survey finds

Brands must prioritize customer identity data management as cookies become obsolete, according to a new Epsilon survey.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Jan 2022
HID Global outlines several trends set to reshape the security industry in 2022 and beyond
Supply Chain

HID Global outlines several trends set to reshape the security industry in 2022 and beyond

HID Global has outlined seven trends that will reshape the security industry in 2022, including supply chain issues and the focus on sustainability.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Jan 2022
Auth0 launches Identity Platform on Microsoft Azure
Customer Relationship Management

Auth0 launches Identity Platform on Microsoft Azure

The Auth0 Identity Platform has launched on Microsoft Azure, offering customers a private cloud deployment option.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 13th Dec 2021
Okta updates Workflows as standalone offering to accelerate innovation
Unified Communications

Okta updates Workflows as standalone offering to accelerate innovation

Okta announces the availability of Okta Workflows as a standalone offering, providing automation for identity-based business processes.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Thu, 2nd Dec 2021
Lack of visibility into user activity increase risk of credential theft and insider threats - CyberArk
Privileged Access Management

Lack of visibility into user activity increase risk of credential theft and insider threats - CyberArk

80% of global organizations have experienced employees misusing or abusing their access to business applications, according to a survey by CyberArk.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Nov 2021
Okta releases new Workflows to simplify identity management
Unified Communications

Okta releases new Workflows to simplify identity management

Okta launches Okta Workflows as standalone offering, allowing customers to automate complex identity-centric business processes.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Oct 2021
Swarm Markets and Yoti make crypto more accessible
Unified Communications

Swarm Markets and Yoti make crypto more accessible

Swarm Markets and Yoti are teaming up to offer crypto vouchers for verified users, providing a gateway to secure and regulated DeFi.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 13th Sep 2021
Cost of fraud in Asia Pacific reaches almost $4 per transaction
Fraud

Cost of fraud in Asia Pacific reaches almost $4 per transaction

A new study by LexisNexis Risk Solutions suggests that the cost of fraud in Asia Pacific tops almost US$4 for every transaction made.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 8th Jul 2021
Ping Identity acquires bot detection firm SecuredTouch
Cybersecurity

Ping Identity acquires bot detection firm SecuredTouch

Ping Identity has acquired fraud and bot detection firm SecuredTouch, combining fraud and identity security capabilities. The deal's terms were not disclosed.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 24th Jun 2021
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Okta?
Hybrid Cloud

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Okta?

TechDay's 10 Minute IT Jams: Okta's identity management service for the Asia-Pacific market. Interview with Okta's sales engineer manager.

By Nick Forrester • 5 min read • Wed, 31st Mar 2021
Virtual economy shifts paradigm of trust in the digital age - Okta
Cloud Services

Virtual economy shifts paradigm of trust in the digital age - Okta

COVID-19 has accelerated the shift to digital, but how has this affected digital trust? A new report dives into the state of digital trust in 2021.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Mar 2021
Okta's $6.5b Auth0 acquisition carves deeper path into identity market
Okta

Okta's $6.5b Auth0 acquisition carves deeper path into identity market

Okta to acquire Auth0 in $6.5bn deal, boosting its market presence and aiming to integrate the two platforms over time.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 5th Mar 2021
Ping Identity launches new verification service to reduce fraud
Identity and Access Management

Ping Identity launches new verification service to reduce fraud

Ping Identity launches PingOne Verify, a cloud service that simplifies customer onboarding and reduces fraud. It uses facial recognition and ID validation.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd Feb 2021
How to spur business agility by linking DevOps with identity
DevOps

How to spur business agility by linking DevOps with identity

The rise of DevOps and its integration with identity management is becoming crucial for businesses to thrive and adapt in the current economy.

By Andrew Latham • 4 min read • Fri, 6th Nov 2020

Stories from Other Regions

Identity stories

It's time for Kiwis to define the meaning of digital identity in Aotearoa
Cybersecurity

It's time for Kiwis to define the meaning of digital identity in Aotearoa

New Zealand has introduced a pivotal bill to regulate digital identity, aiming to enhance trust and security in online services, while embracing Māori values.

By Sara Barker • 14 min read • Thu, 28th Oct 2021