Online Identity with Verifiable Credentials and ZKPs Using High School Math

Explore the future of online identity through a 49-minute conference talk on privacy-preserving verifiable credentials and zero-knowledge proofs (ZKPs). Discover how Hyperledger AnonCreds, an open-source implementation of verifiable credentials, extends the VC model using ZKPs to enhance digital trust without compromising privacy. Learn about the practical applications of ZKPs, such as proving age without revealing birth date, and understand their potential impact on online identity solutions. Dive into the AnonCreds project, examine ZKP concepts using high school-level mathematics, and witness peer-to-peer agent demonstrations showcasing AnonCreds in action. Gain insights into the role of verifiable credentials in shaping the Metaverse and reimagining online identity beyond current surveillance paradigms.