Reimagine Aadhaar: UIDAI returns to the Global Fintech Fest with a focus on emerging tech
The Unique Identity Authority of India (UIDAI) has consistently worked to deliver streamlined services that make use of the Aadhaar identity platform and assist citizens in accessing a variety of services at their convenience.
Highlights
- UIDAI presented an improved Face Authentication feature at the Global Fintech Festival
- UIDAI's Volunteer Guideline 2022 encourages industry and fintech partnerships to foster technology adoption and develop better solutions
- UIDAI emphasised innovation through the announcement of a new Sandbox environment
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) showed off new smart Aadhaar ideas using artificial intelligence (AI) at the Global Fintech Festival 2023 in Mumbai. They introduced a better way to confirm your identity using your face, made with AI and machine learning. They're calling it ‘Reimagine Aadhaar.’ UIDAI is also planning to create a special Innovation Lab at their Tech Center.
Encouraging industry partnerships
The UIDAI has been actively fostering collaborations with industry and fintech partners under its Volunteer Guideline 2022. The primary aim is to accelerate technology adoption and seek innovative solutions to enhance services for residents.
Enhancing face authentication
As part of this initiative, UIDAI collaborated closely with Airtel Payments Bank over the past few months to enhance the resident experience with face authentication. This involved optimising face capture in low-light conditions and integrating robust fraud detection and prevention measures.
Practical use-cases
UIDAI also showcased practical applications during the Global Fintech Festival 2023 (GFF 2023). These included attendance systems for beneficiaries of the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) and customer acquisition processes for banks.
Collaborative opportunities at GFF 2023
Under the theme ‘reimagine Aadhaar #together,’ UIDAI facilitated an industry meet-up at GFF 2023, bringing together executives from various fintech firms and ecosystem partners. The objective was to explore collaboration opportunities, co-innovation prospects, and the wider adoption of Aadhaar.
Fostering innovation
In a commitment to innovation, UIDAI introduced a roadmap for creating a new Sandbox environment and establishing a state-of-the-art Innovation Lab at the UIDAI Tech Centre. These initiatives are designed to support research and development, driving innovation in the Aadhaar ecosystem.
UIDAI's proactive approach emphasises collaboration between academia and industry partners, striving to empower residents with secure, seamless, and inclusive Aadhaar usage.
