Monthly Archives: March 2021
Need a Passport Photo? There’s an App for That
As the pandemic starts to subside and travel resumes, many Americans are eager to apply for, or renew, their U.S. passports. Some people consider...
Iran Begins Issuing New 50,000-Rial Banknote
On 6 March 2021, the Central Bank of Iran began issuing a new 50,000-rial banknote with higher security features.
This third version of the 50,000-rial...
Colorado Announces Winning Driver’s License Designs
In January we reported that Colorado driver’s license will be getting a new look, featuring designs that celebrate the natural beauty of the state....
Venezuela introduces new 200,000- to 1,000,000-bolivar banknotes
The Central Bank of Venezuela has introduced a new banknote, worth 1 million bolivar (valued at €0.44 cents), as well as new banknotes in...
Kodak Alaris and IDT Solution Streamlines REAL ID in Maryland
As the October 1, 2021 REAL ID Act implementation deadline looms, many U.S. states are scurrying to meet the demand for driver’s licenses and...
Next Generation ID Card for U.S. Military Retirees and Dependents
The Department of Defense is transitioning from its current paper-based Uniformed Services Identification (USID) card to a more secure, Next Generation USID card. The...
Digital Currency in the Caribbean Islands
In the Bahamas
The Central Bank of the Bahamas is working with Mastercard and Island Pay to improve the usefulness of the country’s Sand Dollar,...
Fighting Pandemic-Related Unemployment Fraud in the U.S.
As the COVID-19 pandemic swept the nation in 2020, many Americans lost their jobs and states were flooded with unemployment claims. With state systems...
Due to Debut in October 2021: Denmark’s New ePassport
The National Police of Denmark have awarded the contract for the country’s ePassport design, production, and personalization to Veridos and idpeople. Veridos will design...
How to Fill the Cybersecurity Workforce Shortage
A huge Cyber problem that is confounding Corporate America (and companies worldwide) is the lack of a solid Cybersecurity workforce. While there are skilled...
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Montana Launches Redesigned Driving and ID Credentials
The Montana Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) has unveiled a redesigned and more secure driver license and identification card featuring elements to help reduce driver...
Moov™ Security Thread Chosen for Madagascar Banknotes
IN Groupe is proud to highlight its has been selected by the Central Bank of Madagascar to enhance the security of the updated 10 000...
New UK Passport Features King Charles III’s Coat of Arms
On December 2, 2025, the United Kingdom began issuing the first British passports to feature the Coat of Arms of His Majesty King Charles...
Thailand’s New 50- and 100-Baht Banknotes, in Polymer
Bank of Thailand announced that it put two new polymer banknotes into circulation on November 21, 2025. The new notes are in denominations of...
LIVE BLOG: Montana issues a redesigned driver license and ID card and more...
To find news about a specific state, click on the state abbreviation here:
For news about a specific US Territory, click on the US...
Montana Launches Redesigned Driving and ID Credentials
The Montana Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) has unveiled a redesigned and more secure driver license and identification card featuring elements to help reduce driver...
Moov™ Security Thread Chosen for Madagascar Banknotes
IN Groupe is proud to highlight its has been selected by the Central Bank of Madagascar to enhance the security of the updated 10 000...
New UK Passport Features King Charles III’s Coat of Arms
On December 2, 2025, the United Kingdom began issuing the first British passports to feature the Coat of Arms of His Majesty King Charles...
Thailand’s New 50- and 100-Baht Banknotes, in Polymer
Bank of Thailand announced that it put two new polymer banknotes into circulation on November 21, 2025. The new notes are in denominations of...