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UIDAI, Starlink partner for Aadhaar-based customer verification

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YourStory · 6m ago

UIDAI, Starlink partner for Aadhaar-based customer verification

Starlink, led by Elon Musk, has received government approval to provide satellite broadband services in India, using Aadhaar authentication for customer verification. This collaboration with UIDAI aims to streamline and secure the onboarding of up to 20 lakh customers. The integration of Aadhaar e-KYC promises seamless user registration while adhering to regulations, enabling high-speed internet access across homes, businesses, and institutions. Starlink has also partnered with Bharti Airtel and Reliance Jio for nationwide service distribution.

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Starlink to use Aadhaar e-KYC for customer onboarding as UIDAI signs up satellite internet provider - The Economic Times

Economic Times

Economic Times · 6m ago

Starlink to use Aadhaar e-KYC for customer onboarding as UIDAI signs up satellite internet provider - The Economic Times

Starlink Satellite Communication Pvt Ltd has partnered with the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) to use Aadhaar-based authentication for customer verification, enhancing security and efficiency. This collaboration enables quick, paperless onboarding while complying with Know Your Customer (KYC) norms. Aadhaar authentication remains voluntary, and Starlink is recognized as a Sub-Authentication and Sub-eKYC User Agency. The partnership highlights the scalability and reliability of India's digital infrastructure, facilitating seamless service delivery.

Starlink to use Aadhaar e-KYC for customer onboarding as UIDAI signs up satellite internet provider

Economic Times

Economic Times · 6m ago

Starlink to use Aadhaar e-KYC for customer onboarding as UIDAI signs up satellite internet provider

Starlink Satellite Communication Pvt Ltd partners with Aadhaar's UIDAI to use Aadhaar-based authentication for customer verification in India. This collaboration allows Starlink to offer a quick, paperless onboarding process compliant with KYC norms. The initiative highlights the synergy between India's digital identity platform and global satellite technology, enhancing transparency and accountability in service delivery. The use of Aadhaar authentication demonstrates the scalability and reliability of India's digital infrastructure, supporting innovative service delivery.

UIDAI is working on simplifying offline Aadhaar for citizen KYC - The Economic Times

Economic Times

Economic Times · 7m ago

UIDAI is working on simplifying offline Aadhaar for citizen KYC - The Economic Times

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) is aiming to simplify and secure offline Aadhaar-based KYC processes. They plan to enhance accessibility by using QR codes and PDFs, allowing KYC without sharing Aadhaar numbers or requiring biometric verification. This initiative follows issues faced by startups due to unauthorized Aadhaar database access. With the new methods, the UIDAI seeks to ensure compliance and broaden adoption among financial services, enabling smoother customer identity verification.

UIDAI to Ban Photocopying of Aadhaar Cards

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StartupTalky · 2m ago

UIDAI to Ban Photocopying of Aadhaar Cards

UIDAI will soon implement a regulation banning the photocopying of Aadhaar cards and introduce a new digital verification framework. Entities like hotels and event planners will need to register with UIDAI for verification via a new Aadhaar mobile app or QR code scanning. This move seeks to enhance privacy protection and align with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act by minimizing paper-based verification, reducing data misuse risks, and enabling secure offline authentication. An official notification will follow soon.

Aadhaar Card to Get New Design With Photo & QR Code Soon

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StartupTalky · 3m ago

Aadhaar Card to Get New Design With Photo & QR Code Soon

The Aadhaar card is set to undergo a redesign, featuring only a photo and a QR code, to combat offline verification misuse and enhance data privacy. The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) is considering implementing a rule in December. UIDAI CEO Bhuvnesh Kumar explained that the move aims to deter organizations like hotels from misusing printed Aadhaar details. Additionally, a new app enhancing Aadhaar authentication and privacy safeguards is under development.

Aadhaar app can be used for age verification under DPDP Act without oversharing data: IT Secretary - The Economic Times

Economic Times

Economic Times · 19d ago

Aadhaar app can be used for age verification under DPDP Act without oversharing data: IT Secretary - The Economic Times

The UIDAI has launched a new Aadhaar app that facilitates age verification under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act without sharing additional data. Amendments to the Aadhaar Authentication for Good Governance Rules allow private entities to use this authentication securely. The app aids online platforms in age verification for access to appropriate content, discourages paper Aadhaar copies, and enables digital checks for services. It also supports mobile updates and contains a contact card feature for easy sharing.

Startups weigh government nod to use Aadhaar KYC for gig workers - The Economic Times

Economic Times

Economic Times · 7m ago

Startups weigh government nod to use Aadhaar KYC for gig workers - The Economic Times

Startups in food delivery, e-commerce, and ride-hailing sectors seek government approval for Aadhaar authentication to improve gig worker verification processes. Following a government crackdown on unauthorized Aadhaar usage, startups like Protean eGov Technologies are proposing secured channels for Aadhaar access. The move aims to streamline Know Your Customer (KYC) procedures and ensure secure onboarding. Discussions are ongoing about adopting Digilocker-based and redirection verification methods to comply with regulations and enhance identity verification.

UIDAI calls for mandatory biometric update for children turning 7 - The Economic Times

Economic Times

Economic Times · 7m ago

UIDAI calls for mandatory biometric update for children turning 7 - The Economic Times

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) stresses the importance of updating children's biometric data in Aadhaar when they turn seven, to prevent deactivation. Updates should initially occur between ages five and seven for free; a fee applies afterward. Keeping Aadhaar updated ensures access to services like school admissions. UIDAI is notifying parents via SMS to visit Aadhaar Seva Kendra for updates, emphasizing Aadhaar's role in facilitating various services and benefits.

Explained: What changes with the new Aadhar authentication rules? - The Economic Times

Economic Times

Economic Times · 2m ago

Explained: What changes with the new Aadhar authentication rules? - The Economic Times

The Indian government has updated Aadhaar authentication regulations to include face authentication, placing it on par with existing verification methods like OTP, fingerprint, and iris-based checks. The changes, aligned with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, promote inclusivity and privacy. They emphasize offline Aadhaar verification, allowing identity checks through locally stored credentials. The reforms aim to enhance user experience while prioritizing privacy, requiring explicit consent for face authentication and offering a redesigned Aadhaar app for streamlined verification.

UIDAI partners with Sarvam AI to offer voice-based Aadhaar services

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YourStory · 11m ago

UIDAI partners with Sarvam AI to offer voice-based Aadhaar services

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has partnered with Sarvam AI, a Bengaluru-based Generative AI startup, to enhance Aadhaar services using voice-based technology. Starting with 10 languages, the AI system will offer real-time feedback on Aadhaar-related services, including fraud alerts and overcharging notifications. Hosted securely within UIDAI's infrastructure, the collaboration builds on UIDAI’s innovation commitment, marking a significant step towards improving user experience and ensuring data security in Aadhaar services.

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