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Trust Stamp ® announces achievement of the D-seal
Trust Stamp has been awarded the D-seal covering both IT security and responsible data practices for its Privacy First identity authentication technology
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[{"type":"text","content":"Trust Stamp has been awarded the D-seal covering both IT security and responsible data practices for its Privacy First identity authentication technology\nCOPENHAGEN, Aug. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Trust Stamp (Nasdaq: IDAI), the Privacy-First Identity CompanyTM, has been awarded the D-seal in recognition of the Company’s IT security and responsible data usage. The Director of the D-seal, Mikael Jensen in a statement highlighting the initiative's importance, emphasized, \"The D-seal is the first label of its kind in the world that combines IT security and responsible data usage into a single certification. With the D-seal, we provide companies the opportunity to demonstrate to their consumers and partners that they are taking digital responsibility seriously.” By ensuring compliance with the D-seal’s strict requirements, companies can ensure that they are at the forefront of NIS2, as that new IT security directive comes into effect in the EU. The directive emphasizes the enhancement of IT security and lays out strict consequences for non-compliance, further highlighting the necessity of a program like the D-seal to ensure adherence to these standards. Scott Francis, Group Chief Technology Officer, commented, \"We are proud to announce that Trust Stamp is a holder of the D-seal. This underscores our resolve to provide top-notch security solutions and ethical data practices. With the D-seal, we are not just differentiating ourselves in the market; we are actively contributing to digital transformation across Europe. This collaboration with Danish institutions at the forefront of data and privacy protection showcases our eagerness to foster a safer and more accountable digital ecosystem for everyone.” The D-seal criteria addresses: Leadership and commitment at company management levelAwareness and security behaviorTechnical IT securityRequirements for suppliers’ IT security and responsible use of dataTransparency and control of dataPrivacy and security by design and defaultTrustworthy algorithms and AIData ethics The significance of the D-seal stretches beyond its immediate benefits. As Denmark and other European countries align themselves with the upcoming NIS2 directive, set to take effect in 2024, the D-seal's compliance with internationally recognized standards and frameworks becomes a valuable asset. The D-seal's strict req...