ID.me partners with Plaid to link verification for users, bank accounts
ID.me, a provider of identity services for the U.S. government, and fintech network Plaid launched a partnership: ID.me's digital wallet will integrate with Plaid's bank account verification tools. Government agencies can verify a payment recipient's identity and account before transferring funds. Starting October 28, 2026, TreasuryDirect login will require ID.me.
- ID.me verifies identity, Plaid verifies recipient's bank account ownership
- TreasuryDirect login via ID.me mandatory from October 28, 2026
- In January 2026, ID.me received a $1 billion U.S. Treasury contract
- Partnership to cover regional banks, credit unions, and digital financial institutions
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