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IT Wallet Expansion in Italy
Italy expands the pilot program for its digital wallet app, IT Wallet, to 250,000 citizens. The app will eventually allow citizens to store and use digital versions of key documents.
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TechnologyEuropean UnionArtificial IntelligenceGovernmentInnovationDigital IdentityPilot Program
Italian Government
Alessia ConzonatoAlessia CrucianiButti
- Which documents can be uploaded to IT Wallet in the initial phase?
- Initially, users can upload digital versions of their healthcare card, driver's license, and European Disability card. These digital documents have legal validity for physical interactions but are not yet usable for online services.
- What is IT Wallet and when will it be available to all Italian citizens?
- IT Wallet, Italy's digital wallet app, is expanding its pilot program to 250,000 citizens starting November 6th, 2024. The goal is nationwide rollout by 2025, integrating with the European Digital Wallet by 2026.
- What are the current limitations and uses of the virtual documents in IT Wallet?
- The virtual documents can be shown to law enforcement, pharmacies, and healthcare providers in place of physical documents. They cannot yet be used for automated services like kiosks or online portals.
- What are the goals and expectations of the Italian government regarding IT Wallet?
- Undersecretary Butti stated the program aims to ensure digital inclusion and data security. The pilot program aims for a representative sample of the Italian population across demographics.
- How can citizens participate in the IT Wallet pilot program and upload their documents?
- The app will notify selected citizens about their inclusion in the pilot program. Users will need their electronic identity card (CIE) or SPID to upload their documents via the app's "Wallet" section.