IRS stopped using facial recognition for identity verification

What is happening? The IRS has stopped verifying identities with facial recognition software because it as using a 3rd party product and the government has an identity verification program. (e.g. don’t give 3rd parties access)

Why is this important? At the heart of this is the concept that  “digital identity management a “core government service.”

How will this be important? States, you’re up!

FCW | IRS backs away from facial recognition technology