Decentralized Identifiers (DIDs)
Self-sovereign digital identifiers that don't require a centralized authority.
Definition
Decentralized Identifiers (DIDs) are a new type of identifier specified by the W3C that enables verifiable, decentralized digital identity. Unlike traditional identifiers (email, phone, SSN), DIDs are created, owned, and controlled by the identity subject—not a centralized authority.
DIDs are typically anchored on a blockchain or distributed ledger, making them resistant to censorship and single points of failure. They're associated with DID Documents that contain public keys and service endpoints for authentication.
ByEnnen's IDSentric product issues DIDs alongside traditional KYC, giving users portable, reusable identity credentials.
Examples
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Related Terms
Verifiable Credentials (VCs)
Tamper-evident digital credentials that can be cryptographically verified.
Zero-Knowledge Proofs (ZKPs)
Cryptographic method to prove something is true without revealing the underlying information.
KYC/AML Compliance
Know Your Customer and Anti-Money Laundering regulatory requirements for identity verification.
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