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Westpac first NZ bank cleared to issue digital credentials

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22 Sep, 2026
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Warwick Ponder
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22 Sep, 2026
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Westpac New Zealand will issue government-accredited digital credentials to business customers, allowing them to prove bank account details securely without emailing statements, screenshots or unnecessary personal information.
Westpac first NZ bank cleared to issue digital credentials
Westpac NZ Chief Data, Digital and AI Officer Russell Jones. Image enhanced, background arranged and generated by AI.

Westpac New Zealand will issue government-accredited digital credentials to business customers, allowing them to prove bank account details securely without emailing statements, screenshots or unnecessary personal information.

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