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DID

W3C Decentralized Identifier

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01DefinitionWorld Wide Web Consortium (W3C)

A globally unique, cryptographically verifiable identifier that does not depend on a centralized identity authority.

01 / CANONICAL DEFINITION

What it means.

A Decentralized Identifier (DID) is a new type of globally unique identifier designed to enable verifiable, decentralized digital identity. Unlike traditional usernames or email addresses, DIDs are generated and controlled cryptographically by the subject.

02 / ROLE IN TRUSTEDTRUCKS

Where it is used.

Assigned to corporate entities (PT-1), IoT vehicle gateways, and authority auditors, providing self-sovereign cryptographic identity verifiable across all logistics partners.

03 / TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

Format: `did:tt:0x...` resolving to a DID Document containing cryptographic public keys and service endpoints.

04 / WHAT IT MUST NOT IMPLY

Read it carefully.

Possession of a DID proves cryptographic identity, but does not verify corporate legal standing without an accompanying Verifiable Credential (VC).

05 / RELATED SPECIFICATIONS
  • TT-SPEC-IAM-SECURITY-001
02Related3 CONNECTED TERMS
  1. 01VCW3C Verifiable CredentialA tamper-evident, cryptographically signed digital credential expressing claims made by an issuer about a subject.Security & Cryptography
  2. 02SIWESign-In with Ethereum (EIP-4361)A cryptographic authentication standard allowing users to control their identity using Ethereum private keys.Security & Cryptography
  3. 03CBACContext-Based Access ControlAn advanced access control paradigm evaluating real-time operational context alongside user roles to grant dynamic data access.Security & Cryptography