Could one app soon replace your entire wallet? Ask the Euronews AI chatbot
More and more public and private services move online. The EU Digital Identity Wallet aims to help citizens keep track of their digital documents and gain stronger control over their personal data. But how does it work? Ask the Euronews AI chatbot.
Europeans are already utilizing digital systems like Apple or Google Wallet to store boarding passes or access social security benefits. The EU aims to streamline citizens' administrative tasks with a unified digital space accessible across borders. This system is the EU Digital Identity Wallet (EUDI Wallet), a personal platform for storing and sharing private data without relying on third parties or disparate national systems.
Users can store digital documents such as diplomas, rental history, driving licences, and medical prescriptions within the Wallet. They can access public and private services like social security or apply for bank loans, digitally signing documents as needed. The selective disclosure feature ensures users retain control over their personal data, sharing only necessary information when accessing services.
All digital documents and transactions will remain private. Two large-scale pilot projects, involving public authorities, private companies, and technology providers, are currently testing the Wallet's operational and safety aspects. Each member state will develop its own national version of the Wallet, adhering to uniform technical standards to ensure interoperability across the EU.
The Wallet is set to be available for download on personal mobile devices by the end of 2026. To learn more about the EUDI Wallet's benefits, users can consult the Euronews AI chatbot.
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