Fintechs and the KYC conundrum; other top tech, startup stories this weekKYC is best understood as the doorway to formal banking channels. So improper KYC can open up banking to the risks of money laundering, fra...
24 Feb, 2024, 07.19 AM IST
LinkedIn introduces free identity verification feature with Aadhaar and phone numberHaving an ID verification means that the individual’s government-issued ID is verified by one of LinkedIn’s verification partners.
07 Jun, 2023, 07.48 PM IST
LinkedIn introduces identity verification for Indian usersUsers can visit the "About this profile" section on their LinkedIn profile and click on ‘Verify with Aadhaar’ to initiate the verification ...
07 Jun, 2023, 11.55 AM IST
Don't be a victim of catfishing! Verify photos with a selfie video & get more Tinder matchesTinder has introduced a new process to help users verify their profile pictures using a simple selfie video. The dating app's latest upgrad...
26 Apr, 2023, 02.26 PM IST
From IT rule tweaks to Thanos' snap at Twitter, social media hits reset in 2022The year gave a tonne of new ways for users and platforms to reward creativity, and pay the creators. Tumblr launched tip jar feature and Y...
28 Dec, 2022, 12.34 PM IST
A foundational ID system to give identity to millions across the globeA Bengaluru varsity has been working on a project to enable citizens to get foundational IDs to avail of various services from their respec...
04 Sep, 2022, 09.58 PM IST
Countries line up for IIIT-B's digital identity platformThe programme is backed by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation (BGMF), Tata Trusts, Norad, and Omidyar Network, which have cumulatively p...
26 Jul, 2022, 08.01 AM IST
Swiggy expands its alcohol delivery service to West BengalSwiggy is partnering with authorised retailers across major cities after validating their license and other required documents as outlined ...
04 Jun, 2020, 01.11 PM IST
In Telangana, the eyes have it: How the state is redefining data-driven governanceWith nearly 64% of India's CCTV cameras, and facial recognition for traffic, law and order, pensions, and elections, Telangana is redefinin...
16 Mar, 2020, 02.08 PM IST
Ola to expand 'Guardian' safety feature to 17 cities in India, AustraliaOla said it also conducts mandatory verification through stringent criminal records checks as well as mandatory online training for drivers...
23 Dec, 2019, 02.31 PM IST
Digital identity verification firms are seeing higher demand as businesses rule out physical interaction with usersDigital identity verification firms, are seeing higher demand for their services in India.
06 Sep, 2019, 04.20 PM IST
Mobile wallets get 6 months to find a digital KYC routeWith the RBI saying on Monday that the extension could be used for putting in place alternative systems of completing the KYC process, the ...
27 Feb, 2019, 09.17 AM IST
Indian dating apps tread warily in nation of arranged marriagesOnline matchmaking isn't exactly new in India. For about 10 years now, sophisticated Indians have used web matrimonial services to arrange ...
02 Aug, 2016, 11.29 AM IST