Kristian T. Sørensen | Global Ambassador, Digital ID
IN Groupe

As Global Ambassador for Digital ID at IN Groupe, Kristian T. Sørensen secures the 'Chain of Trust' from physical documents to digital wallets. Rooted in the Nordic high-trust model with 20 years in fintech, he also co-chairs the Digital Wallet Expert Group at Mobey Forum.
Following the full consolidation of IN Groupe, Nets eID Solutions, and Idemia Smart Identity, he represents a unique European powerhouse. He advocates for a modern model of digital identity - one that merges the security of sovereign credentials with the fluidity of digital ecosystems to drive trust for governments, businesses, and citizens worldwide.
His role bridges the gap between technical capability and geopolitical reality, helping nations and the private sector build digital infrastructures that people actually use. Having witnessed firsthand how friction kills adoption, his approach is deeply grounded in commercial viability and user experience.
He holds a Master’s degree in Communication and Psychology - a constant reminder that while technology builds the platform, it is human psychology that dictates adoption.

Appearances:

Identity Week Europe 2026 Day 1 @ 11:40

Panel: Trust beyond borders - the road to interoperable government IDs

The implementation reality: Overcoming the technical and operational hurdles for public issuers and relying parties.
Identity at the borders: Strategies for accelerated issuance and ensuring digital inclusion for refugees and underserved populations.
Trust and certification: The role of harmonised standards in securing ecosystems against increasingly sophisticated fraud.
Beyond the EU: Navigating the complex requirements for global interoperability.

Haraldur Bjarnason, Chief Executive Officer, Auðkenni