Programme

Digitalisation of Argentine’s National ID Scheme

by Flavio Brocca

TBC

Flavio Brocca

Flavio Brocca has worked for 25 years on identity issues, first on civil registry issues and then on digital identity, leading the National Identity Document project in Argentina. This process made it possible to register 100% of the Argentine population (45 million citizens) using biometric techniques. This enrolment and digitization process lasted 10 years.

Flavio Brocca, ha trabajado durante 25 años en temas de identidad, primero en temas de registro civil y luego en identidad digital, liderando el proyecto de Documento Nacional de Identidad en Argentina. Este proceso, permitió empadronar al 100% de la población argentina (45 millones de ciudadanos) utilizando técnicas biométricas, este proceso de enrolamiento y digitalización se extendió por 10 años.

Guyana’s Digital Transformation with Veridos’ ID Cards

by Rolando Colchado

TBC

Rolando Colchado

Managing Director at Veridos Identity Solutions for Latin America. After working in different companies, in 2012 Rolando made his entry into the security printing industry when he joined Giesecke+Devrient Government Solutions business line which became Veridos Identity Solutions in 2015.

Having a degree in Cybernetics Engineering, a Master of Business Administration and certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC from ISACA), Information Systems Auditor (CISA from ISACA), and Networks security (Network+ from Comptia), Rolando possesses a wealth of expertise in the design and implementation of projects around citizens identity including high secure documents, digital identity, Public Key Infrastructure, IT security, digital signature, communications, and IT integration.

Trends in Electronic ID – What to Expect in the Coming Years

by Ksenia Egorova

In this presentation we will explore trends, challenges, and market expectations in the field of electronic ID documents: 

“Digital ID” and “Mobile ID” in the context of Government ID have become not only buzzwords, but also turn into real-life implementations. We will highlight the differences between Digital ID, Mobile ID and the electronic ID document, elaborating on pros and cons of each one.

Biometric cards with integrated fingerprint sensors are also a topic of interest not only for the banking sector, but also for a broader ID scope. There are various advantages of using fingerprints in authentication and access not only for end users, but also for organizations that want to authenticate their employees, suppliers or other third parties and give them access to restricted areas, networks or data. In our presentation, we will explore how biometric cards can prevent multiple risks associated with secure authentication. 

 Another topic gaining traction is post-quantum cryptography (PQC) which refers to cryptographic algorithms that aim to be efficiently secure against attacks performed by quantum computers. The industry is taking actions for early preparation, so that appropriate and commercially feasible solutions are available when post quantum computing become a reality. 

Ksenia Egorova

Ksenia Egorova is a Senior Manager in Application Management and Business Development for Government ID projects in Europe and CIS at Infineon Technologies AG, Germany. Her main focus is facilitating the deployment of highly-efficient and robust electronic documents in the region, empowering partners and governments with the relevant and up-to-date knowledge about secure chips, technologies and components embedded into digital ID documents. Prior to joining Infineon, Ksenia was involved in business development and marketing for document and citizen biometric verification.

Harmonizing the Skies: Navigating Global Standardization and Regulatory Challenges in Digital Travel Credentials

by Tintyava Markov

As the travel industry increasingly embraces the Digital Travel Credentials (DTC) concept, a critical challenge emerges: achieving global standardization amidst a complex web of regulatory frameworks. This presentation delves into the intricate landscape of international regulations and standards governing DTC. We aim to explore the multifaceted process of harmonizing DTC systems worldwide, addressing both the technical and legislative aspects. 

Key discussions will include an overview of existing international standards and protocols for digital identity and travel documents, and the role of major international bodies like the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) in shaping these standards. We will also analyse the challenges posed by diverse national regulations, data privacy laws, and security requirements, which can create barriers to the seamless integration of DTC systems across borders. 

The presentation will propose strategies to foster global cooperation and alignment in DTC implementation. By highlighting the importance of international collaboration and standardization, this presentation aims to provide a roadmap for the successful global implementation of DTC, paving the way for a more interconnected and efficient future in international travel. 

What Will Passports Look Like in 20 Years?

by Pablo Jury

This paper examines the prospective advancements in passport technology over the coming twenty years, addressing pivotal issues.

Initially, it assesses the proliferation of portraits in current documents, questioning the practicality and limits of such security features. It delves into the challenges faced by border officers in verifying multiple personalized data points and the implications on document personalization time.

The discussion then shifts to integrating and combining human-only and machine-only verifiable features, especially in the context of increasingly automated border controls.

We will then consider the forthcoming dual issuance of a physical and a digital passport, either self-derived or issued by an Authority. How will the life cycle management take place, given that the validity of digital documents will be much shorter than a physical passport (in most cases at least)? How could the role of the chip evolve to support “phygital” issuance?

The final section scrutinizes the influence of Artificial Intelligence on passport design and security. It suggests leveraging data from reported fraud cases to enhance the sophistication of security features, aiming to increase fraud detection and prevention. The paper also covers the integration of AI in the initial design phase, ensuring compliance with established design rules and constraints.

Pablo Jury

Pablo Jury joined Thales in 2017, after the acquisition of the portfolio Biometrics and Document Readers from 3M. He was in charge of the sales team of these solutions in Latin America to later assume theresponsibility for marketing and channel development for all Biometrics and Identity business in the region.

Previously, he had led sales and marketing teams in different business areas including electricity markets, telecommunications and road safety, but always focusing on technology solutions and data network.

He studied Civil Industrial Electrical Engineering at the Catholic University of Chile and also holds an Executive MBA from the same university. Additionally, he is certified as a Black Belt in the Six methodology.

His great challenge is the development of new solutions related to identity and biometrics so that they help customers in different markets to simplify and optimize their processes, and to provide greater
safety and reliability.

Pablo Jury se unió a Thales en 2017, luego de la adquisición del portafolio de Biometría y Lectores de Documentos de 3M. Estuvo a cargo del equipo de ventas de estas soluciones en América Latina para luego asumir la
responsabilidad de marketing y del desarrollo de canales para para todo el negocio de Biometría e Identidad en la región.

Previamente había liderado equipos de ventas y marketing en diferentes áreas de negocios incluyendo mercados eléctricos, telecomunicaciones y seguridad vial, pero siempre enfocándose en soluciones de tecnología y
redes de datos.

Estudió Ingeniería Civil Industrial Eléctrica en la Universidad Católica de Chile y también posee un Executive MBA en la misma universidad. Adicionalmente está certificado como Black Belt en la metodología Six.

Su gran desafió es el desarrollo de nuevas soluciones relacionadas con identidad y biometría de modo de que ayuden a los clientes en diferentes mercados a simplificar y optimizar sus procesos, y a brindar mayor
seguridad y confiabilidad.