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National Digital ID to Be Expanded to Private Businesses in 2 Years

Debate on the national digital ID system has been shut down, according to One Nation senators.
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National Digital ID to Be Expanded to Private Businesses in 2 Years
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Monica O’Shea
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Private businesses will be able to join the national digital ID system within two years under amendments proposed by the government.

The Digital ID Bill 2023 (pdf) was introduced to the Australian Senate on March 27.
Monica O’Shea
Monica O’Shea
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Monica O’Shea is a reporter based in Australia. She previously worked as a reporter for Motley Fool Australia, Daily Mail Australia, and Fairfax Regional Media. She can be reached at monica.o'[email protected]
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