GET Group Welcomes Apple's Milestone in Advancing Digital Identity Adoption
GET Group welcomes Apple's announcement introducing Digital ID in Apple Wallet, enabling millions of U.S. travelers to present passport-based digital credentials at more than 250 TSA checkpoints. This step accelerates public adoption of mobile identity and strengthens the role of digital identity across global technology ecosystems.
Apple's move highlights a major shift: identity is evolving from physical documents to secure, mobile-first digital experiences.
Group's Position
While Apple's announcement boosts awareness, GET Group emphasizes that digital identity must remain a sovereign government function. Secure, end-to-end identity management—issuance, verification, governance, and data protection—must continue to be led by national authorities.
“Private wallets enhance convenience, but trust in digital identity must always originate from governments,” said Mikaël Dubreucq, Head of Mobile ID, GET Holdings – Identity Management Business Unit.
Guidance for Governments
- Maintain full authority over identity issuance
- Adopt interoperable standards such as ISO mDL and W3C credentials
- Ensure inclusive digital identity accessible to all citizens
- Reduce reliance on single technology platforms
- Build long-term national identity strategies
Supporting Secure Digital Identity Ecosystems
GET Group provides governments with the infrastructure and technologies needed to offer secure mobile identity services while retaining full sovereignty and control.
