Digital Passports

Definition ∞ Digital passports are verifiable digital credentials that represent an individual’s identity and attributes, often secured on a blockchain. They can be used to prove ownership, grant access, or verify qualifications without revealing extraneous personal information. These passports aim to provide a secure and portable method of digital identification for various online and offline interactions.
Context ∞ The development and adoption of digital passports are gaining traction as a means to manage identity in decentralized systems and the metaverse. Discussions often revolve around interoperability between different platforms and the regulatory frameworks governing their use. Key future considerations include ensuring user control over data and preventing unauthorized access or misuse of these digital credentials.