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Briefing
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- Blockchain Digital Identity – Microsoft testing blockchain-based digital identity platform that would let users own and select where they share their data among variety of products and services
- Microsoft Authenticator – Will be based on existing Microsoft Authenticator, cloud application that enables multi-factor authentication for businesses and consumers
- Encryption – Only hashed ID visible to people with whom user shares data, with actual identity data encrypted
- Benefits – Include enhanced personal privacy, security, and control, giving back ownership of data to users who previously had to share data using multiple apps and services
- Prototype Announcements – More information on proof-of-concept platform to be announced in early 2018
- ID2020 Alliance – Microsoft part of ID2020 Alliance, which aims to establish digital identities on blockchain for less privileged, giving them access to voting rights, healthcare, housing, and education
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