The Azerbaijan State News Agency

Asan Imza case mentioned at World Economic Forum Whitepaper

Asan Imza case mentioned at World Economic Forum Whitepaper

Baku, January 23, AZERTAC

The World Economic Forum has been published white papers in the framework of the project, which is part of the World Economic Forum’s Shaping the Future of Mobility and Shaping the Future of Technology Governance: Blockchain and Distributed Ledger Technologies Platforms. Azerbaijan Mobile ID - Asan Imza case has been mentioned in the white paper Inclusive Deployment of Blockchain for Supply Chains: Part 2 - Trustworthy verification of digital identities.

This is the second white paper in a series and part of a broader project focused on the co-creation of new tools and frameworks to shape the deployment of distributed ledger technology in supply chains towards interoperability, integrity and inclusivity. The World Economic Forum’s Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution’s Blockchain for Supply Chain project is a global, multi-industry, multi stakeholder endeavors aimed at co-designing and co-creating frameworks. The project engages stakeholders from multiple industries and governments from around the world. This report is based on numerous discussions, workshops and pieces of research and the combined effort of all involved. Jana Krimpe, co-chair of the Global Alliance for National Mobile Identities, the CEO of Azerbaijani B.EST Solutions Company, and operator of Asan Imza, the national Mobile ID, the Partner of the Digital Trade Hub of Azerbaijan (DTH) took part in the elaboration of paper by sharing experience and best practices of Azerbaijan in providing and usage of Mobile Identity Asan Imza. The contributors to this paper are the leading experts and professionals from 15 countries all over the world: Azerbaijan, US, Estonia, Germany, Denmark, Switzerland, Israel, Spain, South Korea, Austria, UK, Sweden, Angola, India and Japan.

The representative from Azerbaijan also contributed to The World Economic Forum whitepaper. “Reimagining clearly displayed that businesses have to reconsider the way of verifying people’s identity online and manage personal data. The research made in paper reveals the risks in the digital management of personal data for enterprises and Digital Identity: A strategic Imperative”, which was released on January 16, 2020. According to the paper, it is consumers. “The cost of identity authentication and fraud redress is expected to hit $28 billion by 2023, according to Boston Consulting Group. There can be high costs for businesses that fail to act. For example, a lack of trust costs businesses $2.5 trillion per year. Estimates show that as each business builds its own separate approach, businesses are estimated to be losing potential revenues of up to 30%,” mentioned in news releases of WEF.

“The fast implementation of innovations and rapid development of the digital economy of Azerbaijan requires trust to qualified digital identity which is a crucial component of trust to any digital service in the country. Azerbaijan has built one of the most successful digital environments with usage of the qualified Mobile Identity - Asan Imza. The participation in such initiatives gives extremely important experience and knowledge, and the possibility to share our best practices with worldwide community. Only in a strong collaboration between businesses, governments and customers we can provide trust - delivering both business growth opportunities and protection of individual data and privacy,” said Jana Krimpe.

Trustworthy digital identities of legal entities are a main topic on the agenda for the Republic of Azerbaijan. Initiated by the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan and created by the Center for Analysis of Economic Reforms and Communications of Azerbaijan, DTH is aimed to develop the cross-border e-services and e-signatures between Azerbaijan and partner countries all over the world.

Share news on social media

Follow us on social network

EU climate agency warns of rapid Arctic changes, record marine heat waves

Morocco's king appoints El Mansouri as country's first female prime minister

Foreigners with specified skilled worker status in Japan hit record high

President Ilham Aliyev received UK Minister of State for Defence

Nearly 300 media representatives cover Formula 1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix

Sixteen more families relocated to Khojavend city receive house keys

Azerbaijan’s role in Middle Corridor discussed

September 30 marks International Translation Day

Oil tanker hit by unknown projectile in Strait of Hormuz: Maritime agency

Azerbaijan Investment Holding, Silk Road Fund launch USD 1 billion Joint Investment Fund

Milli Majlis approves agreement on air services between Azerbaijan and Mongolia

Milli Majlis approves mutual visa exemption agreement between Azerbaijan and Jordan

UK Minister of Defense attends ADEX 2026 exhibition

Power of Unity – 2026” exercise successfully completes another phase

BTA launches fifth training programme for young journalists in partnership with EP

ANAS, Pakistan’s Northern University sign MoU

Nine more families relocated to Shukurbeyli village receive house keys

President Ilham Aliyev visited ADEX 2026 and Securex Caspian exhibitions VIDEO

Azerbaijani delegation from Tax Service joins international event IN mANILA

Kyrgyzstan presents startup investment tools to SCO countries

Baku hosts ADEX-2026 and Securex Caspian exhibitions

Azerbaijan Minister of Defense addresses participants of ADEX-2026 exhibition

Guangzhou to host robot basketball

Flydubai Pilots were involved in a fight and someone triggered the hijacking code

Kyrgyzstan to host 4th CIS Games in 2027

Azerbaijan University, Pakistan’s Northern University sign MoU

Uzbekistan and Belarus local representative bodies sign 15 agreements on interregional cooperation

Top stories update

® Azerigas subscribers to sign contracts digitally using SİMA

Azerbaijani delegation holds important official meetings in Iran

42 more families relocated to liberated territories as part of Great Return

3.3-magnitude quake jolts Caspian Sea

UAE flight to Tel Aviv diverted over Saudi Arabia, hijacking feared

President Ilham Aliyev: Quality of Azerbaijan’s defense industry products is highly appreciated at the international level

President: Strengthening defense capability is among the priority areas of Azerbaijan’s state policy

Gold and silver prices rise on global markets

Oil prices climb on global markets

8-million-year-old rhino skull found in Crete

Boeing wins US Navy's next-generation fighter contract, Pentagon says

Asian univ. eclipses mainland Europe's best for 1st time in Times ranking

Meeting held with observers of the “Power of Unity – 2026” joint military exercise

Azeri Light sells for $118,22

AI researchers warn companies rushing self-improving systems despite safety risks

Israeli-German discovery could help guide future neural technologies

To the participants of ADEX 2026 – the 6th Azerbaijan International Defence Exhibition and Securex Caspian 2026 – the 15th Anniversary International Exhibition for Internal Security, Safety and Rescue Equipment

Azerbaijanis in Luxembourg dedicate Route du Vin Half Marathon run to 44-Day Patriotic War

Baku hosts event marking Slovakia’s Constitution Day

Azerbaijan, the Holy See discuss future joint programs

Leyla Aliyeva meets Secretary of Pontifical Commission for Sacred Archaeology in Rome

Azerbaijan, World Bank discuss cooperation on CRAIS project

Floods affect over 2.6M people across Thailand

Kazakh president arrives in Germany for talks to strengthen strategic partnership

Dengue cases in Sri Lanka exceed 100,000

Leyla Aliyeva meets President of Governorate of Vatican City State

Azerbaijani Deputy PM meets with Iranian President

FAO report: Restoring forests and landscapes is critical to meeting global food security and development goals

Incoming Azerbaijani Ambassador presents his credentials to Italian President

Azerbaijan to host AIIB’s 12th Annual Meeting in 2027

European Commission delegation visits Nakhchivan

Azerbaijan, Sudan explore military-technical cooperation

Azerbaijan, Belarus discuss prospects for defense cooperation

Azerbaijan’s gastronomic tourism potential showcased at international festival in Italy

Leyla Aliyeva attends opening of exhibition of Azerbaijani carpets at Holy See

Top stories update

AIIB President: We look forward to working closely with Azerbaijan

Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan expand cooperation in education

Azerbaijani students in Malaysia discuss national solidarity and diaspora activities

Indian company to establish packaging materials manufacturing plant in Azerbaijan

Azerbaijan, Russia explore legal cooperation

Azerbaijan, WHO consider cooperation in compulsory health insurance

With six months to go, exhibitors gear up for Yokohama Green Expo

German ambassador visits Azerbaijan University of Languages

Azerbaijan, Italy explore strategic partnership opportunities

Kazakhstan, Rhenus eye infrastructure projects on Middle Corridor

Beer makers prepare for competition as Japan unifies liquor taxes

Azerbaijani language presented at Language Fair in Sofia

Trump to host tech executives, unveil AI-driven federal portal

Azerbaijan to host AIIB’s 12th Annual Meeting in 2027

Azerbaijan National Anti-Doping Agency joins international event in London

FIFA President shares post on his meeting with President Ilham Aliyev

Azerbaijani products showcased at "The Saudi Food Show 2026" in Jeddah

Earthquake of magnitude 3.4 recorded in Lankaran

Flooding affects 18,712 people in Myanmar's Tanintharyi region

FIFA President views preparations ahead of FIFA U-15 World Cup and Festival in Baku

Spain's People Art Factory features works by Azerbaijani surrealist artist

Fernando Alonso extends Aston Martin contract into F1 2027

Mingachevir Regatta 2026: Azerbaijan claim four medals on Day 1

AzerEnergy’s export revenues jump by 66 percent in January–August

UN chief calls for action against racial discrimination

AzerGold’s export revenues increase by 22 percent

CBA, Standard Chartered review integration of Azerbaijan's financial markets into international financial system

Azerbaijan’s gold export revenues rise by up to 29 percent

Azerbaijan Airlines celebrates Tourism Workers’ Day with special offers for passengers

Release from the Press Service of the President

AZAL announces export revenues for January–August

Baku to host CAMCA Regional Forum 2026

Azercosmos exports services exceed $17 million in January–August 2026

Azerbaijan welcomes 30 more Ukrainian children for rehabilitation

Establishment of Cisco Academy in Azerbaijan reviewed

NASA, Boeing share update on commercial Starliner development plans