The next identity frontier: Verified workforce and the rise of agentic trust (www.techradar.com)

The focus on digital identity is shifting inward as organizations recognize the critical need for verified workforce identity amidst the rise of AI-driven threats, like deepfakes and impersonation. As remote work becomes the norm post-COVID-19, traditional identity verification processes are proving inadequate, leading to significant security breaches that have cost companies millions. The call for ongoing reverification in workforce operations is gaining traction, as incidents highlight the vulnerabilities of static onboarding practices—especially with a projected 25% of job candidate profiles anticipated to be fraudulent by 2028. To combat these risks, enterprises are beginning to operationalize continuous verification systems, transitioning identity management from a compliance task to a core element of their operational fabric. This proactive approach not only protects against fraudulent access but also fosters trust within a hybrid workforce of human and non-human agents. As organizations build a foundation of verified identity that is dynamic and integrated into every digital transaction, they position themselves to enhance security, advance innovation, and responsibly adopt AI technologies, ultimately transforming identity verification into a trust engine that underpins organizational integrity.