31st January 2024 Digital Bytes

Blockchain identity management - today's traditional identity systems must be more inclusive, secure and cohesive. Blockchain-based identity management utilizes decentralized identifiers (DiDs) and verifiable credentials to revolutionize data security and user control. It empowers individuals with secure, portable and consent-driven digital identities, benefitting from enhanced privacy and accessibility. For businesses, this approach accelerates authentication, offers audit trails and improves customer interactions whilst reducing reliance on paper-based credentials.

Tokenization of assets: what is the fuss about? - tokenization is the ground-breaking process of safeguarding sensitive data through tokens, akin to a hotel key card's transformation. Beyond data protection, it converts real-world assets into digital tokens, whereby redefining ownership. McKinsey's insights outline the nuanced tokenization process, emphasizing ‘atomic settlement’ advantages, so reshaping financial practice…