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International Identity Day: an opportunity to pause and reflect

This blog is different from the ones you typically see from WatchGuard. It is because we are joining in the conversation about International Identity Day, which takes place on September 16, 2023. International ID Day is a movement to raise awareness and address the lack of identity, specifically the growing need for digital identities, as a fundamental right of people worldwide.

Signicat Becomes First International Aggregator to Offer SPID, Enabling Seamless Digital Identity Verification Across Europe

Signicat achieves another European milestone by integrating the Italian e-identity system, SPID (Sistema Pubblico di Identità Digitale), into its electronic identity portfolio. Being the first international aggregator to offer SPID, Signicat enables companies and public administrations across Europe to seamlessly interact with SPID users for customer onboarding and authentication purposes. With over 35 million Italians already utilizing SPID, its adoption rate is increasing rapidly in the country.

Navigating Online Education Challenges through Digital Identity

As the end of summer approaches, the back-to-school season ushers in a wave of students ready to embark on their educational journeys. According to Eurostat's 2020 data, a staggering 18 million students were enrolled in tertiary education in Europe, a number that continues to rise each year. Amidst this educational landscape, the digital era's expansion and the ongoing impact of the COVID-19 pandemic have fueled a surge in online learning.

The Case for Single-Tenant SaaS for IGA

More and more organizations are moving towards a cloud-first strategy where they look to move their on-premises applications to SaaS offerings. This is especially true for customers looking to streamline their on-premises Identity Governance and Administration (IGA) application via a move to the Cloud.

How To Know if Your Identity Has Been Stolen

Some signs that indicate your identity may have been stolen include seeing charges you didn’t make on your bank account statement, new inquiries on your credit report, an unusual drop in your credit score, credit checks you didn’t initiate, your credentials being posted on the dark web and more. Continue reading to learn more indications that your identity has been stolen and what to do if you’re a victim.