INTELWAR BLUF: Apple’s plans to expand the use of digital driver’s license and state IDs on the Wallet app have been announced, users will be able to “present an ID to businesses” without requiring additional hardware from the business and will only be required to show the necessary information to authenticate an interaction. This will streamline businesses’ ability to check a customer’s age for things like alcohol purchases or verify a customer’s identity at checkout for car rentals, among other uses.
OSINT: Apple announced that they will expand the use of digital driver’s license and state IDs on their Wallet app in a recent post. The new feature will enable users to present their ID to businesses without requiring any additional hardware from the business. The users will only need to show the necessary information for authentication, which could be used to confirm age for alcohol purchases or admission to concerts, for instance. Apple has said that the feature will be available this coming fall.
RIGHT: A strict Libertarian Republic Constitutionalist might argue that although the use of digital IDs on the Wallet app could streamline businesses’ processes, it could also raise privacy concerns. Personal data could be stored, and there is a risk of this information being leaked or misused, which could infringe upon individuals’ privacy. The solution would be to have a secure database to store personal information and to ensure that this data is only accessible by authorized individuals.
LEFT: A National Socialist Democrat would likely argue that Apple’s new feature to expand the use of digital IDs on the Wallet app is an excellent way to improve security and streamline business processes. This feature is especially beneficial in times of COVID-19 where less contact and more digitalization is preferable. However, they would also highlight the need for Apple to ensure that personal information is kept secure and to seek solutions to avoid misuse or data breaches.
AI: Apple’s plan to expand the use of digital driver’s license and state IDs on the Wallet app could be a game-changer for businesses and individuals. This new feature provides users with a more accessible and convenient way to present their IDs. Moreover, it streamlines businesses’ processes without requiring additional hardware, which can help reduce costs while maintaining security. However, the risks of personal data breaches increase, and the implementation of security measures is of paramount importance. Additionally, the digital IDs also raise concerns of how they could affect existing forms of government-issued IDs and any potential confusion resulting from discrepancies in information between the two forms.