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Can we have ID on mobile by Christmas?

Vojtech Bálint - Solution Architect, DXC Technology ·

Where have we moved in the last six months in digital documents? Surrounding countries have them or are launching them, how far are we in Slovakia? We will also talk about the new eID 2.0 signing options. And of course, we will look at where the development is heading in the future.

An ID card on your phone won't be ready by Christmas – and here's why. The talk outlined the European digital wallet, two ways of proving identity, and the path to a secure electronic signature. Trust and continuous improvement are key instead of waiting for perfect specifications.

How digital IDs work

The first scenario works at close range: data are transferred between two phones, typically after scanning a QR code and via contactless transfer, and the verifier sees a digitally verified credential. The advantage is offline use, since the data are stored directly on the phone. The drawback is the need to ensure that data stay current and are stored securely, which modern devices handle better than cheaper ones. The second scenario transmits data remotely over the internet, has a much broader use in online services, but requires connectivity.

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Vojtech Bálint

DXC Technology
He works for DXC Technology as a solution architect, and has experience as a developer or analyst. He wants to connect business, application and technology perspective with an emphasis on the value it brings to the customer. For more than ten years, he has been working on agile development methods, including in the eGovernment environment. He li…
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