07/04/2026
Just wrapped up an engaging and forward-looking panel on **“Clicking Our Way Through Queues: Digital Identity for the Digital State”**—a critical conversation at the intersection of technology, governance, and citizen services.
It was a privilege to share the main stage, expertly moderated by Amanda Drury of CNBC—one of the world’s most recognized international business journalists, known for her incisive interviewing style and deep insights into global markets and geopolitics.
Alongside distinguished co-panelists:
* Dr. P. C. Jaffar, Secretary to the Government of Karnataka, India
* Malick Gueye, General Manager of Wave, Senegal
Our discussion highlighted how **digital identity systems** are reshaping public service delivery—reducing friction, enhancing trust, and enabling more inclusive, efficient governance. From cybersecurity considerations to real-world implementation challenges, the session reinforced that **secure and accessible digital ID is foundational to the digital state**.
Grateful for the rich exchange of ideas in a hall dedicated to cybersecurity, where the urgency of building **trusted, resilient digital ecosystems** was strongly felt.