The UK launches a digital driving license and digital wallet program to promote the modernization of public services

ChainCatcher news, according to the Financial Times, the UK government has announced the launch of a digital driving license and digital wallet application, planning to include documents such as driving licenses, veteran ID cards, criminal record certificates, and welfare eligibility certificates by 2027, with potential expansion to digital passports. The application will use facial recognition technology to verify user identity, as part of a modernization of public services and an initiative to drive economic growth.

Technology Minister Peter Kyle stated that the plan is not mandatory, but the goal is to make it more attractive. Additionally, the government plans to introduce a series of artificial intelligence tools to improve decision-making efficiency and reduce consulting costs. However, experts point out that successful digital transformation requires significant investment and acceptance of potential failure risks.