Onchain Attestations for Shegby's Web3 KYC and Network State

Onchain attestations are immutable blockchain-based records verifying specific actions, attributes, or reputations of users within decentralized ecosystems. Their significance extends beyond simple data recording, offering transparent and trustless verification that can eliminate the need for intermediaries in identity verification, KYC (Know Your Customer), and reputation management. They represent a powerful tool for digital identity, ensuring compliance, security, and transparency in Web3 environments.

Applications for Onchain Attestations

Digital Identity: Shegby’s Digital Identity (Web3 KYC) solution leverages the HumanRank algorithm, creating a reliable identity system that is tamper-proof, anonymous, and secure without requiring biometric data. Unlike other projects like Worldcoin, which use physical devices (e.g., Orb), HumanRank relies on the bona fide principle to ensure true identity proof. Our solution prioritizes anonymity and decentralization while preventing any potential for identity forgery or manipulation. Each identity attestation is linked to a network of verified relationships, enhancing trust without compromising privacy.

Use Case: A government or private entity needing an anonymous but provable identity system can implement Shegby’s KYC to verify user authenticity without handling sensitive biometric information. This also makes it suitable for refugees or populations lacking formal ID documents[1].

P2P Marketplace for global service providers: In the upcoming Shegby P2P marketplace of services, trust between service providers and clients is paramount. Here, onchain attestations play a crucial role in ensuring that participants are reliable and verified, significantly reducing the risk of fraudulent activities. Verified service providers can offer their skills, products, or consulting services globally, while buyers can choose from a pool of trusted, well-rated vendors.

Goal: To create millions of jobs globally and elevate as many participants as possible into the “middle class.” Shegby’s attested Digital ID will become the core of this marketplace, enabling secure transactions, review mechanisms, and a decentralized workforce structure[2].

Establishing a Network State: The Network State, as envisioned by Shegby, will be established once two core systems are functioning: a reliable Digital ID and a thriving P2P marketplace. The ID system provides proof-of-personhood attestation, while the P2P marketplace empowers citizens to earn, connect, and support each other globally. The Network State’s governance model will be based on consensus from verified citizens, making the digital attestation of identity and reputation essential for participation in decision-making processes and societal organization.

Strategic Vision: By integrating these systems, Shegby aims to form a resilient Network State[3] that operates as a decentralized, global society with the capability to function alongside or even independently from traditional nation-states.

Summary & Future Directions

Thus, onchain attestations are an integral part of Shegby's roadmap, serving as the foundation for a secure and trustworthy digital identity, P2P marketplace, and eventually, a fully decentralized Network State. Currently, our focus is on completing the digital identity system on Scroll zkEVM, finalizing our P2P marketplace testing, and engaging with underappreciated national states that may serve as pivotal partners in our expansion. These partners could potentially become the new Singapore-like hubs, using $Shegby as their native digital currency or a reserve similar to bitcoin.

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