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Ufuru's CUCON Enhances Identity Verification through My Number Card Integration

In a significant move to improve digital services, Ufuru Inc. has announced an upgrade to their data and service integration platform, CUCON. This upgrade allows the use of the My Number Card for identity verification, utilizing the Digital Agency's Digital Authentication App. This enhancement not only ensures efficient and secure public personal authentication but also simplifies the system configuration for municipalities and service providers, making it more cost-effective for implementation.

CUCON serves as a vital platform enabling municipalities and businesses across Japan to rapidly build services for customers and residents through seamless data integration. Complying with the smart city reference architecture established by the Cabinet Office, CUCON is recognized as an exemplary model for supporting the digital utilization of municipalities and is featured in the Digital Agency's Digital Local Revitalization Service Catalog.

Previously, CUCON provided identity verification functionality through external service collaborations. However, the recent integration of the Digital Authentication App allows for the incorporation of identity verification features directly into its existing infrastructure. This integration guarantees a more efficient and safe execution of public personal authentication, enabling municipalities and service providers to simplify their system architectures while minimizing costs. CUCON is poised to play a pivotal role in advancing smart city initiatives and enhancing resident services.

Use Cases of Enhanced Identity Verification:

1. Municipal and Resident Services
- Utilization of basic My Number Card information (such as name and address) to streamline address input and simplify processes.
- Accurate and prompt delivery of administrative services.
- Prevention of user input errors.

2. Event and Seminar Management
- Ensuring safe event operations by preventing impersonation of participants.
- Hosting exclusive events for verified participants only.
- Establishing a reliable community of attendees.

3. Other Applications
- Guaranteeing age verification for services with age restrictions.
- Confirming residency for location-specific services.
- Citizen verification for digital services provided by municipalities.

Ufuru operates under the philosophy of utilizing technology and free thinking to create a sustainable society. The company supports digital transformation (DX) initiatives for businesses and government agencies, including over 40 municipalities nationwide. Drawing on its accumulated expertise, Ufuru intends to expand its solutions and services based on CUCON, establishing a reliable authentication infrastructure across diverse sectors, including finance, e-commerce, administration, and events, which accelerates the realization of a sustainable society.

About CUCON:
CUCON, Ufuru's data-service integration platform, securely connects various data and services scattered among municipalities and private sectors. It supports a seamless society where people, activities, and goods function smoothly without stress. Upholding existing systems, CUCON integrates diverse data to promote operational automation and efficiency. It aligns with the smart city reference architecture by the Cabinet Office and fosters public-private partnerships across various fields, including disaster management, tourism, and healthcare. CUCON aims to maximize the value of all data and services beyond organizational walls, advancing the entire industry’s DX and building a sustainable and prosperous society free from excess and waste.

For further information about CUCON, visit Ufuru's Website.

About Ufuru Inc.:
With the vision to create a sustainable society through technology and innovative thinking, Ufuru supports and promotes digital transformation (DX) and data utilization for businesses and society. The company offers a one-stop service from edge to cloud, including the introduction and operation of cloud services, consulting, and system development with in-house products and solutions. Moreover, Ufuru is committed to standardizing reliable data distribution mechanisms necessary for realizing regional and industrial DX, advocating for initiatives in smart cities and smart supply chains while pursuing research and development in the areas of IoT and blockchain.