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Spruce Developer Update #8

Spruce Developer Update #8

At Spruce, we’re building the most secure and convenient way for developers to share authentic data.
Spruce Developer Update #7

Spruce Developer Update #7

At Spruce, we’re building a product suite to manage all aspects of the data supply chain.
Spruce Developer Update #6

Spruce Developer Update #6

At Spruce, we’re building a product suite to manage all aspects of the data supply chain.
Spruce Developer Update #5

Spruce Developer Update #5

At Spruce, we’re building a product suite to manage all aspects of the data supply chain.
Spruce Developer Update #4

Spruce Developer Update #4

At Spruce, we’re building a product suite to manage all aspects of the data supply chain.
Spruce Developer Update #3

Spruce Developer Update #3

At Spruce, we’re building a product suite to manage all aspects of the data supply chain.
Spruce Developer Update #2

Spruce Developer Update #2

At Spruce, we’re building software to power the future of digital identity.
Reimagining the Social Security Number

Reimagining the Social Security Number

What would it look like to have a more secure social security number?
Spruce Developer Update #1

Spruce Developer Update #1

At Spruce, we’re building out our initial libraries and components to power the future of digital identity.

Opinion

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How to Build a Digital ID People Actually Want to Use: 5 Lessons From the Field

How to Build a Digital ID People Actually Want to Use: 5 Lessons From the Field

The success of digital ID isn’t measured by credentials issued, but by how often people reach for it in real life.
How Strong UX Turns Digital ID Into Strong Security

How Strong UX Turns Digital ID Into Strong Security

Learn why digital identity systems are only truly secure when usability is treated as a core security requirement alongside technical safeguards.
How Does Multi-Format Issuance Future-Proof Digital Credentials?

How Does Multi-Format Issuance Future-Proof Digital Credentials?

Learn how issuing in multiple formats ensures verifiable digital credentials work across wallets, devices, and borders.

Technology

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Digital Wallet Certification: The Foundation for Interoperable State Identity Systems

Digital Wallet Certification: The Foundation for Interoperable State Identity Systems

To build trust, protect privacy, and enable true interoperability, states must establish a certification program for digital wallets and issuers that enforces technical safeguards, statutory principles, and vendor accountability from the start.
A Practical Checklist to Future-Proof Your State’s Digital Infrastructure

A Practical Checklist to Future-Proof Your State’s Digital Infrastructure

From vendor lock-in to privacy compliance, the path to digital modernization is full of trade-offs. This checklist gives state decision-makers a practical framework for evaluating emerging identity technologies and aligning with open-standards best practices.
Why CIOs Are Turning to Digital Credentials for Cybersecurity and Cost Savings

Why CIOs Are Turning to Digital Credentials for Cybersecurity and Cost Savings

Verifiable digital credentials offer a powerful, cost-effective way to enhance identity assurance, prevent fraud, and secure government systems without compromising user privacy.

Policy

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Digital Identity In America: Series Overview

Digital Identity In America: Series Overview

An executive guide to SpruceID’s multi-part series on the future of digital identity in the U.S.
Digital Identity: End User Experience

Digital Identity: End User Experience

Part 8 of SpruceID’s Digital Identity in America Series
Verifiers: Trust at the Point of Use

Verifiers: Trust at the Point of Use

Part 7 of SpruceID’s Digital Identity in America Series