December 7th 2024.
The Australian government is experimenting with a new method for citizens to verify their identity without compromising their personal information. This revolutionary approach aims to curb the rising cases of identity theft plaguing the nation.
According to Government Services Minister Bill Shorten, the government is shifting from traditional methods such as cheques to a more modern approach called "tap and go ID." This new system will eliminate the need for citizens to provide government-issued identification cards, including Medicare, concession, and veterans cards. Instead, individuals can simply scan their myGov wallet and validate their identity without creating a copy of their personal documents.
Veronica Scipioni, a participant in the trial, believes that this is the way of the future. And she's not alone in her sentiments. Services Australia chief customer officer Jonathon Thorpe also agrees that this innovative method empowers individuals to have more control over their personal information, ensuring its safety and security.
Initially, the focus is on medical service providers, but the government hopes to expand the program to include other industries such as banking, real estate, and hospitality. This voluntary program comes at a time when data breaches are at an all-time high, with 527 reported cases in Australia this year alone. Shockingly, almost 70% of these breaches were caused by malicious individuals with criminal intent.
Shorten emphasizes the severity of identity fraud, stating that it is a multi-billion dollar issue that can have life-altering consequences for victims. He stresses the need for citizens to be vigilant in safeguarding their personal information.
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