The OpenID Foundation, which establishes international standards for digital identity, has announced that it will launch a new certification service in 2026, during the 2nd quarter! In addition to its existing self-certification service (which already has more than 4,000 successful cases), this groundbreaking service will strengthen collaboration with governing bodies and accredited testing laboratories. Key Features of the Service Promoting Global Regulatory Compliance and Market Competition: The service aims to address regulatory requirements in countries and regions (including digital ID policies and open data programs) and improve market competitiveness. Providing Flexible Options: Users and individual regions will be able to select the certification method that best suits their needs, choosing between conventional self-certification and certification by accredited bodies. Ensuring Security and Interoperability: Through specification development and open-source testing, the service will ensure the benefits of security, privacy, and interoperability. Expanding Global Standards: With 60 countries around the world advancing digital ID policies and 90 countries promoting open data programs, many countries are expected to adopt the OpenID Foundation’s global standards. The OpenID Foundation’s certification services, already used by the public and private sectors in many countries, including Brazil, the United Kingdom, Australia, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and the United States, are set to evolve even further! What Comes Next: Over the coming months, the Foundation plans to work with pilot partners to establish and validate the new model, and then expand the service throughout 2026. 【Contact】 Representatives of governing organizations or accredited testing laboratories interested in this new certification service are invited to contact the address below.

director@oidf.org
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