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UK Explores Gov.uk Wallet Amid Digital ID Concerns

5/13/2025

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The UK government is engaging with digital identity trade groups to explore the Gov.uk Wallet, a potential rival to private-sector offerings. However, fears loom for smaller businesses, as industry leaders warn that government-backed initiatives could hinder innovation and disproportionately benefit tech giants like Google and Apple in the digital ID landscape.

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Story summary

The UK government is engaging with digital identity trade groups to explore the Gov.uk Wallet, a potential rival to private-sector offerings. However, fears loom for smaller businesses, as industry leaders warn that government-backed initiatives could hinder innovation and disproportionately benefit tech giants like Google and Apple in the digital ID landscape.