Identity Verification
September 4, 2023
The Importance of Proof of Address in Remote Identity Verification
In an increasingly digital world, the process of verifying a person’s identity has moved from physical to digital realms. This digital transformation comes with its own set of challenges, particularly concerning ensuring the person on the other end is who they claim to be. Proof of address has become a vital component in this process, […]
August 28, 2023
Understanding Remote Video Identification
Welcome to a dive into the depths of remote video identification, a rapidly evolving technology that has become crucial for digital onboarding and user authentication processes. As product managers, chief technology officers, and heads of legal and compliance grapple with the implementation of remote identity verification solutions, the European standard known as ‘Alice’ has emerged […]
August 23, 2023
What it is and how to get proof of residence in Spain
The proof of residence in Spain is an official document that’s essential for all kinds of procedures. It confirms your current address and contains your full name and date of issue. But your “proof of residence” is more than just a piece of paper–it’s a symbol of your establishment in Spain. But how do you […]
August 22, 2023
The rise of micro-money laundering
In recent years, money laundering, usually associated with large-scale operations, has experienced a significant shift towards smaller transactions. This phenomenon, known as micro-money laundering, is becoming an increasingly worrying problem in the global economic landscape. It represents a more sophisticated approach to illicit financial activity than usual, exploiting fragmented and seemingly insignificant sums to obscure […]
August 21, 2023
What’s a Deepfake and How to Stop it Using Biometrics
In the modern world, technology and creativity sometimes mix in surprising ways, leading us down unexpected paths. This is where deepfakes come in, a kind of ‘digital double’ that can be so convincing that it tricks us into thinking we are seeing or hearing someone real. With the evolution of Artificial Intelligence and digital manipulation […]
August 13, 2023
Iris Recognition: Passwordless Security
In today’s digital world, security plays a crucial role. Passwords are increasingly vulnerable to cyber-attacks, especially if they are used as the only method of identification. Today, it is necessary to incorporate a second factor of authentication (2FA) to improve security levels. This is where iris recognition comes in–a technique that uses unique characteristics of […]
August 8, 2023
5 Strategies to Prevent Digital Fraud in 2023
In the dynamic banking environment of 2023, digital transactions are on the rise, following the trends of the past three years. But as transactions on digital channels are on the rise, so are attempts to defraud them. According to TransUnion’s report “State of Omnichannel Fraud” in 2023, these attempts increased by 80% globally in 2022. […]
August 2, 2023
Legal Session #1: Crypto business, tokens and regulation
Last week, we organised a closed-door session for the Alice community to answer recurring doubts and questions about current crypto business models, tokens and their regulation. Moderated by Pablo Nebreda, Marketing Director of Alice, and with the participation, on behalf of ATH21, of Marina Foncuberta and Cristina Carrascosa, founder and director of the firm. During […]
June 30, 2023
How to verify an identity card
Today, the need to verify the identity of users remotely is becoming more and more important. Companies that offer digital services, such as contracting financial products or opening accounts online, must ensure that the people who access their services are who they say they are. The importance of identity verification Identity verification is a fundamental […]
