The UK announced a mandatory digital ID system, the 'Brit Card,' for all residents by 2029 to simplify public service interactions and enhance security. The initiative aims to reduce fraud and illegal immigration but faces opposition from over 2.5 million petitioners who view it as a step towards mass surveillance. Similar systems exist in Europe, such as Estonia's e-ID and Denmark's MitID, which have improved efficiency in public services. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)