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Digital Authentication System in Avatar Using DID and SBT

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  • Geunyoung Kim

    (Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Chungnam National University, Daejeon 34134, Republic of Korea)

  • Jaecheol Ryou

    (Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Chungnam National University, Daejeon 34134, Republic of Korea)

Abstract

Anonymity forms the basis of decentralized ecosystems, leading to an increase in criminal activities such as money laundering and illegal currency trading. Especially in blockchain-based metaverse services, activities such as preventing sexual crimes and verifying the identity of adults are becoming essential. Therefore, avatar authentication and the KYC (Know Your Customer) process have become crucial elements. This paper proposes a mechanism to achieve the KYC process by verifying user identity using smart contracts. Users obtain an SBT (Soul Bound Token) from the metaverse service provider through the DID (Decentralized Identity) credential issued during the KYC process. The identity verification of avatars occurs within smart contracts, ensuring user privacy and protection through ZKP (Zero Knowledge Proof). Tools for generating ZKP are also provided, enabling users, even those who are unfamiliar with ZKP, to use them conveniently. Additionally, an integrated wallet is offered to seamlessly manage DID credentials and SBTs. Furthermore, in case of avatar identity issues, users can request an audit by the issuer through the associated DID tokens.

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  • Geunyoung Kim & Jaecheol Ryou, 2023. "Digital Authentication System in Avatar Using DID and SBT," Mathematics, MDPI, vol. 11(20), pages 1-22, October.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jmathe:v:11:y:2023:i:20:p:4387-:d:1264900
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