Lionel Eddy is an author, activist and independent journalist from London, UK. Eddy specializes in biometrics such as facial recognition technology, CBDC and digital IDs. As a journalist Lionel Eddy writes weekly articles on government policies and current affairs. As an activist he has campaigned against the UK governments proposed mandatory digital ID scheme, stating the policy threatens both privacy and civil liberties. A libertarian Lionel Eddy is a strong advocate for freedom of movement and protection of civil rights including freedom of speech. Eddy opposes state power, nationalism, warfare and authoritarian governments.
Lionel Eddy is an author, activist and independent journalist from London, UK. Eddy specializes in biometrics such as facial recognition technology, CBDC and digital IDs. As a journalist Lionel Eddy writes weekly articles on government policies and current affairs. As an activist he has campaigned against the UK governments proposed mandatory digital ID scheme, stating the policy threatens both privacy and civil liberties. A libertarian Lionel Eddy is a strong advocate for freedom of movement and protection of civil rights including freedom of speech. Eddy opposes state power, nationalism, warfare and authoritarian governments.
The Digital Agenda will provide readers with a better knowledge of the many digital ID systems that are being created and put into use throughout the world, as well as their potential advantages and difficulties, the problems with privacy, security, and interoperability, other policies that would be mentioned is a Central Bank Digital Currency...
South Africa has announced its intention to reach full regulatory readiness for its national digital ID initiative and to proceed with the development of the prototype.
The UK government's decision to discontinue its digital ID scheme does not impact the digital identity verification processes utilised by mortgage lenders and brokers.
In September 2025, the UK government announced [1] plans for a national digital ID to be stored on individuals' phones. The initial proposal aimed to establish a mandatory method for demonstrating the Right to Work in the UK, while also suggesting it could facilitate access to both government and private-sector services.
The Human Rights Network has joined the increasing number of advocacy organisations in opposing the Home Office's plans to implement facial age estimation for determining the age of asylum seeking children which is fueling fears of digital surveillance and biometric data collection.
The [1] charity Human Rights Network has assisted hundreds of minors who the state has incorrectly classified as adults. In April, the Human Rights Network revealed that the Home Office often detains individuals...
