Core Points - Trident Digital Tech Holdings Ltd. has signed a definitive public-private partnership agreement with the Government of the Democratic Republic of Congo to launch the national digital identification system "DRCPass" [1][2] - The partnership is a culmination of a collaboration framework established in December 2024, positioning Trident as the exclusive provider of electronic Know Your Customer (e-KYC) services in the DRC [2] Group 1: Digital Identification System - The DRCPass will be deployed in phases, accompanied by a public-education campaign to ensure widespread adoption [1] - The system aims to enhance governance and financial inclusion in the DRC, marking a significant step towards digital sovereignty [9] Group 2: e-KYC Technology Applications - The e-KYC technology will streamline identity verification, focusing on four core use cases: 1. SIM-card registration to eliminate "ghost" lines and reduce fraud [3] 2. Seamless access to e-government and business portals through single-sign-on (SSO) [4] 3. Enabling digital payments with instant credit access [4] 4. Providing a centralized digital citizen identity that complements physical IDs [5] Group 3: Market Potential - The DRC has over 80 million mobile subscribers, indicating a substantial market for secure e-KYC services [10] - Trident aims to leverage this opportunity to enhance digital transformation and financial access in the region [11]
Trident and Democratic Republic of Congo Sign Final Digital Identity Partnership and Launch Nationwide “DRCPass” Deployment