Whitehall shuts the front door on digital ID but leaves the back open
Summary
The UK government has apparently abandoned its national digital identity scheme. However, the "One Login" initiative, digital wallets, and plans for over 80 digital credentials remain active.
IFF Assessment
The article suggests that while a national scheme is gone, the underlying components that could still pose privacy and security risks are still being developed and implemented.
Defender Context
The shift away from a centralized national digital ID scheme, while potentially reducing a single large target, means defenders need to be aware of the distributed nature of new digital identity solutions. The continued development of "One Login" and digital wallets necessitates vigilance regarding the security and privacy implications of these alternative authentication and credential management systems.