European digital ID wallets are a gift to Google and Apple

European digital ID wallets are being implemented, which could give Google and Apple a significant advantage in the digital identity market, potentially leading to increased market share and data collection. This development matters as it may further concentrate the digital identity market in the hands of a few large tech companies. Engineers should be aware of this trend and consider its implications for data privacy and security. The European Commission has proposed a digital identity wallet, which could be used across multiple member states. This could lead to increased reliance on Google and Apple's services for digital identity verification.