Verified ID gets boosted
Microsoft Verified ID has seen some interesting developments in 2024, particularly around FaceCheck. FaceCheck was introduced into Public Preview in January. It is planned to be Generally Available this month (July 2024). This feature allows a face picture to be stored in the credential and checked against your live picture at the point of verification. Ideal for a higher level of assurance that the person presenting the credential is the right person. Imagine showing your ID and taking a quick selfie with your phone. Face Check uses advanced technology to compare your selfie to your ID photo, making sure it's really you. This extra step helps businesses confirm your identity securely and easily, without storing any of your personal details. There are plenty of use cases for this. One Microsoft is pushing is called "Verified Help Desk" enabling users to reset passwords (for example) with a high level of assurance for the help desk operative that this is not a social