E-Ausweis - Nein, nicht der mit dem Strom

Explore the technical foundations and implications of the EU's digital identity initiatives, focusing on the eIDAS (Electronic Identification, Authentication and Trust Services) framework. Delve into the promised "Digital Driver's License" in Austria and examine how these digital identification systems are intended to function across the EU. Analyze the underlying technologies, standards, and implementation progress, while considering critical perspectives on overidentification, lifelong personal identification numbers, and other potential shortcomings. Gain insights into the complexities of cross-border electronic interactions and the challenges of balancing efficiency with privacy concerns in the digital age.