Some Reflections About Identity and Security Tokens: Part I
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Identity is the key element that differentiate security tokens from other #blockchain protocols. In the current generation of security token platforms, identity is constrained to the use of “white lists” which represent a directory of investors approved to perform specific transactions. While white lists enable identity-based capabilities, they do not represent a form of identity in and out itself. As the security token space evolves, identity should evolve as a standalone protocols that are used across different security token platforms. Achieving this requires a careful balance between securities law, the characteristics of distributed ledger runtimes and decades of research in identity management protocols. In this two part article, I would like to explore some ideas about identity (...)