Okta Ventures Unveils 2026 Identity 25 to Honor Pioneers Securing Identity in the Age of AI
Okta, Monday, May 4th, 2026
Okta Ventures announces its third annual Identity 25 list recognizing 25 innovators leading digital identity security in the AI era.
Okta Ventures released its 2026 Identity 25 report on May 4, 2026, highlighting 25 pioneers advancing digital identity security as technology faces new challenges from agentic AI and deepfakes.
The honorees, themed 'identity is the control plane,' include developers, strategists, business leaders, and public servants working on critical issues such as authenticating AI entities and defending biometric security.
Their contributions span software creation, standards evolution, and strategic implementation across areas like state-endorsed digital identity programs and the EU's Digital Identity Wallet.
The list recognizes individuals from leading tech companies, government agencies, and nonprofits who are tackling pressing security challenges in the digital age.