Today we propose to offer Europeans a new digital identity.
One that ensures trust and protects users online.
Critics have raisedconcernsabout potential security risks, but the EU has big hopes for the system.

Story byThomas Macaulay
Thomas is the managing editor of TNW.
He leads our coverage of European tech and oversees our talented team of writers.
Away from work, he e(show all)Thomas is the managing editor of TNW.
He leads our coverage of European tech and oversees our talented team of writers.
Away from work, he enjoys playing chess (badly) and the guitar (even worse).