Japan Pushes Citizens to Sign Up for 'My Number' Digital IDs Amid Privacy Concerns

Japan has begun pushing its citizens to sign up for digital IDs, plastic My Number cards equipped with microchips and photos, or lose access to public health insurance and other services. My number cards will be linked to drivers' licenses and the public health insurance plans. Health insurance cards now in use, which lack photos, will be discontinued in late 2024.

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