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The UK government plans to build its digital identity system in-house rather than outsourcing to external suppliers like Palantir. Ministers have avoided disclosing costs, stating they depend on an upcoming February consultation. The scheme will use robust digital verification rather than simple phone screen displays, won't be compulsory for employment, and will include non-smartphone options for accessibility. Officials insist this is not an identity card despite potential physical document alternatives.

UK government to build digital ID in-house

<p>Great idea if you want to have hooks on majority of your population and point out fingers on groups you don’t like</p>
