Federal government's 'digital identity' plans slammed by privacy advocates

By Rae Johnston
Updated August 29 2016 - 10:18am, first published 9:16am
The APF says the government's project 'harbours enormous threats to individuals'. Photo: iStock
The APF says the government's project 'harbours enormous threats to individuals'. Photo: iStock

"Digital Identity is having the ability for the government to trust that you are who you say you are," is the explanation the federal government's Digital Transformation Office (DTO) gives for the establishment of a singular digital profile that will allow you to access various government services.