The Stamp
Get caught up on all of the latest news and information regarding online notarization, legislation, and much more!

A Word on Our Future: Introducing Proof
Eight years ago, we launched Notarize with the goal of digitizing trust. With Proof, we take the next step in our journey towards bringing trust to every transaction.
.webp)
Idaho Passes Remote Online Notarization Bill
Idaho adopts RON with Senate Bill 1111, enabling notaries to perform online services. Governor Brad Little signs, enhancing efficiency in notarial practices.
.webp)
Illinois Passes Remote Online Notarization Bill
Senate Bill 2664 allows the state's 148,000 notaries to complete remote online notarizations.

In-Meeting Chat Is Available on Mobile and for Real Estate Customers
Notarize now offers written chat during live video signings on mobile devices and for our real estate customers.
.webp)
Indiana Passes Remote Online Notarization Bill
Indiana advances digital notarization with SB-372, signed by Governor Holcomb. This law facilitates online notarizations, enhancing convenience and efficiency statewide.

Insurtech: Reshaping the Insurance Industry
The rise of insurtech is changing the way the insurance industry operates — benefitting both insurance companies and their customers.

Introducing Notarize Panels, Giving You Complete Control of Your Customer Experience
Notarize Panels help companies provide the best possible customer experience at the highest scale with notaries they can trust.

Introduction to Engineering at Notarize
Learn about the Notarize Engineering team, how we structure the organization, and the projects we're working on.
.webp)
Iowa Bill Unlocks Remote Online Notarization Nationwide
Since 2012, Iowa has been the only state to bar remote online notarizations. Senate File 475 rescinds these laws in favor of RON legislation.

Is Artificial Intelligence Biased When It Comes To Lending?
FinTechs and online lenders say A.I. lending may be less biased than human-based, traditional loan decisions.

Is Banking as a Service Delivering?
Find out how the banking as a service (BaaS) model works, the pros and cons, and how its success will be shaped in the future.

Is Notarize Safe?
The Notarize platform is a safe and secure solution for legally notarizing documents online.

Is Online Notary Legal?
Senate Bill 827 and House Bill 2318 enacted by The Commonwealth of Virginia allows appropriately commissioned Virginia notaries to complete RONs via live video call for signers nationwide.

Is Technology Going to Fully Replace Paper Money?
With the use of digital payments on the rise — wire transfers, instant online payments and more — it begs the question: Will paper money be phased out?

Is This Mortgage Lending Trend Here To Stay?
Here are the benefits and disadvantages for offering borrowers crypto mortgages.

I’m a Notary. Can I Join the Notarize Platform?
Currently, all notarizations on our platform are serviced by on-staff notaries. Read the most common questions about servicing your own clients on Notarize.

Kentucky Passes Remote Online Notarization Bill
Kentucky is the latest state to pass legislation that will give its 80,000 notaries the ability to perform remote online notarizations.

Knowledge-Based Authentication (KBA): Static vs. Dynamic
Find out which type of knowledge-based authentication (KBA) is the best measure to deter fraud, and how we use it to verify identities in online notarizations.

LegalTech Companies Are Changing How Law Firms Work
In order to compete in today's landscape, law firms need to adopt LegalTech to give lawyers a better and more efficient way to do their jobs.
.jpeg)
Live from New York: Welcoming Notaries Back to the Notarize Platform
Notaries in the Empire State can now return to the Notarize platform following temporary access restrictions in light of updated New York Department of State regulations.

Lock In Proof, Unlock Trust: Securing All Critical Commerce With Proof
Everything from notarization to identity-assured eSign, all in one platform.

Maine Becomes Latest State To Pass Remote Online Notarization Law
Joining 38 other states who have passed remote online notarization legislation, this is what the law means and how it impacts notaries in Maine.
.jpeg)
Making History in Massachusetts: The Latest on RON Legislation in the Commonwealth
The Commonwealth of Massachusetts just became the 43rd state to pass legislation authorizing remote online notarization (RON).
.webp)
Maryland Passes Remote Online Notarization Bill
Maryland Senate Bill 678 will allow the state's 80,000 notaries to participate in remote online notarizations.

Meet from Anywhere: Announcing Notary Background Blur
Background blur will remove distractions and allow notaries to better shine in their role as identity agents.

Michigan Mulling Permanent Zoom Court: What It Means for Law Firms
If remote proceedings are here to stay, law firms need to be prepared. Here are some key considerations to stay ahead of the (virtual) game.
.webp)
Michigan Passes Remote Online Notarization Bill
Michigan advances digital notarization with HB 5811, set to be signed by Governor Snyder. This law enables Michigan notaries to offer online services nationwide.
.webp)
Minnesota Passes Remote Online Notarization Bill
Minnesota joins the digital notarization revolution with SF 893, enabling online notarial services. Governor Mark Dayton signs, expanding access statewide.
Blog topics
Click on one of our glossary of topics below to see all of the posts related to the given topic.