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Bhutan Adopts Ethereum for National Identity: A New Chapter in Digital SovereigntyIntegration
Mon Oct 13 2025

Bhutan Adopts Ethereum for National Identity: A New Chapter in Digital Sovereignty

With the Integration with Ethereum, the Bhutan NDI platform can now issue Verifiable Credentials (VCs) and enable digital signing directly on Ethereum, reinforcing its adherence to self-sovereign identity principles. By anchoring decentralized identifiers (DIDs) to Ethereum’s globally distributed validator network, Bhutan benefits from enhanced security, transparency, and resilience—critical attributes for the long-term durability of national identity systems.

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Bhutan NDI Launches Next-Generation Digital Signature Platform, Setting a Global Standard for Digital TrustProduct
Tue Sep 09 2025

Bhutan NDI Launches Next-Generation Digital Signature Platform, Setting a Global Standard for Digital Trust

Digital Signature Platform combines decentralized identity (DID) with cryptographic verification to deliver the future of secure digital signing. With this launch, Bhutan positions itself at the forefront of nations advancing trusted digital ecosystems and next-generation e-signature technologies.

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Bhutan NDI and iDen2 Announce Strategic Partnership to Launch Phenix—Revolutionary End-to-End Digital Identity SolutionPartnership
Tue Aug 19 2025

Bhutan NDI and iDen2 Announce Strategic Partnership to Launch Phenix—Revolutionary End-to-End Digital Identity Solution

Phenix offers scalable solutions that grow with national requirements while maintaining consistent standards and performance. The solution includes a comprehensive assessment, a phased implementation, training, and ongoing support designed to ensure a successful national digital identity launch.

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Bhutan NDI Launches Advanced Value Added Features to Boost Security, Trust, and Digital EconomyProduct
Tue Jul 08 2025

Bhutan NDI Launches Advanced Value Added Features to Boost Security, Trust, and Digital Economy

Bhutan NDI announces the public rollout of a new suite of advanced value added features for its digital wallet, designed to drive digital transformation across government, business, and civic services. These capabilities are expected to significantly reduce fraud, streamline identity verification, and enhance the delivery of high-value public and private services—catalyzing positive impact on the country’s economic and administrative efficiency.

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Bhutan NDI Appoints Its First Chief Executive Officer to Lead Trust-Driven Digital InnovationAnnouncement
Fri Jun 13 2025

Bhutan NDI Appoints Its First Chief Executive Officer to Lead Trust-Driven Digital Innovation

With the appointment of the inaugural CEO, Bhutan NDI is entering a new phase of strategic development, operational excellence, and international engagement. Jacques von Benecke brings to the role a deep background in technology implementation strategy as the Chief Technology Officer of the DHI Group. He has a strong commitment towards public interest technology and a vision to transform Bhutan into a global leader in privacy-driven digital identity solutions.

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Press Release: Bhutan NDI to Provide Technical Training Aimed at Closing Skills Gap in the NationProduct
Tue Apr 15 2025

Press Release: Bhutan NDI to Provide Technical Training Aimed at Closing Skills Gap in the Nation

Bhutan NDI is pleased to announce the NDI Xcelerator Program—a paid technical training program on Bhutan NDI’s core product Ngotag and Verifiable Credentials in Digital Identity Wallet, focusing on building technical expertise in the field of blockchain-based decentralized identity.

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