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More than 20 states are exploring support for Apple Wallet digital ID capabilities

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The Apple Wallet app now supports storing ID cards, which is one of the important features revealed by WWDC 2021. Although only a handful of states have adopted this feature, more than 20 states are working to implement digital IDs. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is accepting digital IDs in a pilot program, and Apple has also highlighted the TSA's move to accept digital IDs at airports. Several states, such as Arizona, Colorado, Maryland, and Georgia, have integrated support for digital IDs through devices such as iPhones and Apple Watches, showing a growing trend in the acceptance of digital identification methods.

More than 20 states are exploring support for Apple Wallet digital ID capabilities

Apple Wallet supports storing ID cards

One of the most anticipated features revealed by WWDC 2021 is the introduction of ID card storage in the Apple Wallet app. Apple positions this feature as an important step towards a walletless presence. However, only a handful of states have adopted this feature at the moment.

More than 20 states are exploring support for Apple Wallet digital ID capabilities

States that have adopted digital IDs

Although there were some restrictions when it was initially introduced, more than 20 states are actively working to implement digital IDs for their residents. The shift towards digital identity is spreading across states, demonstrating a shift in modernizing identity processes.

More than 20 states are exploring support for Apple Wallet digital ID capabilities

Extensions supported by digital IDs

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is conducting a pilot program to accept digital IDs at select airports. Apple has highlighted the TSA's efforts to accept digital IDs at airport security checkpoints, marking an important development in the acceptance of digital identification methods. In addition, several states, including Arizona, Colorado, Maryland, and Georgia, have integrated support for digital IDs through compatible devices such as iPhones and Apple Watches.

More than 20 states are exploring support for Apple Wallet digital ID capabilities

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