Fime introduces My Number Card suite in Japan
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The new test suite promotes interoperability and trust in Japan's digital credential ecosystem by validating vendor solutions against national and international standards and supporting the Japanese language.
This will enable vendors to validate their solutions against both international and national requirements for device-to-device data transfer. This reinforces Japan's leadership in secure, user-centric identity verification while advancing interoperability and user adoption.
The My Number Card can be used to access administrative services and validate identity using stored credentials including the holder's name, birthdate, and a photograph. To support Japan's transition from physical to digital credentials on smartphones, Fime has developed a tool that enables interoperable and scalable testing of mobile solutions for local use cases including retail, travel, and healthcare. This builds on Fime's global role in digital identity programs, reinforcing its leadership in trusted, inclusive eID ecosystems.
'At Fime, we see digital identity not just as a technology, but as a foundation for inclusive, secure digital societies,' comments James Daniels, SVP Asia Pacific at Fime. 'Our work to support the My Number Card reflects our expertise in helping turn complex global standards into tangible, interoperable solutions that scale. By equipping vendors with cutting-edge test tools and expert guidance, we help accelerate innovation, establish trust and support compliance — essential ingredients for the future adoption of digital identity.'
Fime's Digital Identity Reader Test Suite supports conformance validation and has been key to aligning the My Number Card framework with the ISO/IEC 18013-5:2021 standard.
Fime's Digital Identity solutions are helping to augment and accelerate the roll-outs of secure digital identity initiatives worldwide in compliance with local and regional requirements. Fime's expert consultants are also supporting vendors in the development, enhancement and successful certification of products.
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