Latest ID Scanning News and Updates

For the first time since 2009, Virginia has released a new ID format. The new combines artistry with security. Here is everything we know.

Historic Swiss casino, The Grand Casino Luzern, switches from manual ID checking to an automated SDK to cut down on time and human error.

With more states implementing digital IDs, Apple & Android are in a race to keep up. See which states actively have digital driver’s licenses.

Overview of Rhode Island S 0920 which requires ID scanning for tobacco age verification and provides affirmative defense to tobacco retailers

Joining the growing list of states implementing mobile driver’s licenses, New York’s DoT is working on an mDL to be released in late 2023.

Wyoming mobile driver’s licenses are now legal in the state. Mobile ID integration will come next. Read more here.

The House of Representatives and Senate are currently discussing modernization tools for the Vermont DMV, including Vermont mobile IDs.

Mobile driver’s licenses are legal in Nevada; however, the state has released no information regarding integration.

Montana digital IDs have been approved by the House of Representatives and should be on their way to implementation soon.

The Indiana mDL program has been in the works for multiple years. The state is researching how best to implement the mDL for its residents.

Government IDs and badges come with a different set of rules than state issued driver’s licenses. Military ID cards are no exception.

New Hampshire has no public plans for mobile driver’s license implementation as of yet. There are many advantages to mDLs, however.

mDLs allow residents to maintain security, while also facilitating access to one’s ID. Tennessee looks into implementation.

South Carolina does not yet have a specific plan in place for implementation of a mobile driver’s license. Stay up to date on the situation.

The trade show offered a wealth of innovation including AI enabled biometric identification and age verification devices and much more.

With 2% of IDs presented at dispensaries being fake, the usage of age verification software is key to avoiding massive fines.

Unattended retail is the future. Take a look at this video of our partner trying out this age restricted vending machine at NAMA 2023.

Although North Carolina has no specific details on implementation of mobile driver’s licenses (mDLs), we remain hopeful on their behalf.

IDScan.net has completed its first ever analysis of anonymized data across all users of the VeriScan platform in their 2023 Fake ID Report.

Georgia recently implemented a new mobile driver’s license. Here is everything we know about the new ID format.

Ohio mobile driver’s license feature is soon to come for the state’s residents. Stay tuned about further information.

The compliance landscape for cannabis dispensaries in Missouri is rapidly evolving to meet the needs of a changing consumer base.

Screening sanctions are essential in preventing money laundering, terrorist financing, etc. Here are the types of sanctions and how they work.

As one of the most diverse cities in the world, New Yorkers need to have a universal way to verify age. This bill would ensure that.

Identity verification methods are moving toward a biometric landscape in an attempt to reduce fraud. Here are some of the most common types.

Overview of the Digital Identity Act, legislation aimed at creating a national standard for identity verification to reduce fraud.

Overview of the history and guidelines of Customer Identification Program (CIP) protocols under the 2003 US Patriot Act.

IDScan.net was a proud sponsor of the Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference. The company recently found success in the cannabis industry.

Thirty US States Are Now Using Or Piloting Mobile IDs with more states likely to adopt in the near future.

Strategic executive and passionate Southern Startup advocate, officially joins IDScan.net’s company Board of Directors.

Our top 3 learnings from two days spent with cannabis industry executives and investors in Miami at Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference.

Synthetic identity fraud is a type of fraud where criminals create a new identity by combining real and fake info. Learn how to prevent it.

Utah Code 32B-1-407 now requires an authorized person to verify proof of age for anyone who appears under 35 before the sale of alcohol.

Timeline of production and support sunset for the Gemalto by Thales QS1000 ID & passport scanner.

You may have noticed that something looks a bit different since the last time you logged into your VeriScan Cloud account. Our team has been hard at work on bringing forward some of the most…

New Orleans-based technology company continues growing in multiple departments. Check out the newest hires and promotions!

A historically conservative state with strict alcohol control laws, Kansas is considering legalizing alcohol delivery, including liquor.

In a survey of anonymized data, IDScan.net finds fraudulent IDs are flagged with frequency by US dispensaries. Learn more here.

Iowa is another state that has hopped onto the mobile driver’s license wagon. See how the app works and where you can get it for yourself.

Though medicinal and adult-use recreational cannabis has been legal in Michigan since November 2018, they have yet to enact any legislation requiring the use of scanning IDs for entrance into either recreational retail establishments or…

IDScan.nets testimony to the Nevada legislature on Bill AB342, which attempts to require third party checks for dispensary age verification.

Washington mobile driver’s licenses will soon be available for residents. Senator Mark Mullet sponsors the SB 5105 – bill promoting mDLs.

North Dakota mobile driver’s license is in the works but is not yet available, as ND representatives have been working on other priorities.

The Utah mobile driver’s license recently launched. It includes a multitude of security features and costs $1.99 per year.

Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is in the process of creating a mobile driver’s license available to PA residents.

Illinois cannabis dispensaries are within the first of many to officially mandate digital scanning for cannabis purchase.

French conglomerate and identity technology giant Thales has joined forces with IDScan.net to develop products aimed at tackling ID fraud.

Changes to VeriScan prices & tiers

A woman used a fake ID to steal a $14,000 car from a small Texas dealership. She went on a test drive and did not return.

We receive more than 500 views each day on our content related to fake IDs and are one of the top resources in the country for all things related to fake and fraudulent identification.

The latest updates to VeriScan for Windows. Eligible customers will now have access to a greatly improved VeriScan product for Desktop use.

Identity tech company, IDScan.net expands its workforce in key roles, announcing three new hires in key positions, rapid team growth.

Latest updates and news related to Virginia Mobile Drivers Licenses-HB 506 would create digital IDs for the state

OCR ID/Passport API is commonly used for identity verification it can automate the process of data extracting. Here are the best available.

Panasonic confirmed publicly on February 24, 2023 that it will be divesting from its entire Android portfolio, including the FZ-N1 TOUGHBOOK handheld ID scanner.

According to authorities, James Brucia went to a Wesley Chapel dealership & attempted to buy two vehicles with a fraudulent ID.

MS is the hottest state in the South when it comes to the growing cannabis industry. Here are the top 10 takeaways from Cannacon Biloxi.

Different Types of Symbologies: PDF417, MRZ TD1, MRZ TD3, and QR Codes. Learn how each symbology stores and transmits data.

The 4 best passport scanners for a variety of businesses from high security needs to simple age verification.

Authentication Hardware & Age Verification Software Is The Only Way To Combat Fake IDs among various retail locations.