Technical Specifications

Underpinning a Decentralized Identity Network

Core Principles of Proof-of-Personhood (PoP)

The Proof-of-Personhood (PoP) mechanism in the IDON blockchain serves as a foundational pillar, designed to uphold the network’s commitment to fair and democratic participation. This unique approach contrasts sharply with traditional Proof-of-Work (PoW) or Proof-of-Stake (PoS) systems, which can perpetuate inequalities through resource-based advantages or wealth accumulation.

• Universal Accessibility: IDON's PoP system does not require costly computational power or significant financial stakes, making it accessible to individuals from all socioeconomic backgrounds. This inclusivity strengthens the network by diversifying the pool of validators and reducing the risk of centralization.

• Sybil Attack Resistance: By verifying each user as a unique individual, IDON mitigates the risk of Sybil attacks—where a single user masquerades as many separate entities to gain disproportionate influence or rewards. This is crucial for maintaining a decentralized and fair network where each vote or decision has equal weight.

Detailed Explanation of the "Validation Ceremony"

• Global Synchronization: The validation ceremony is synchronized globally, occurring at specific intervals predetermined by the network's protocol. This synchronization ensures that all participants engage in the validation process simultaneously, thereby preventing any individual from validating multiple identities at once.

• Mechanism of Flips: Flips are central to the validation ceremony. Each flip presents a puzzle comprising a series of images that need to be sequenced correctly to form a logical story. The requirement for logical reasoning over language or cultural knowledge ensures that the test is universally fair.

• • Creation and Contribution: Community members create flips, contributing to a dynamic and evolving database of puzzles. This participation fosters a sense of ownership and engagement within the network, as every member contributes to the integrity and ongoing development of the IDON ecosystem.

  • Validation Through Consensus: After participants submit their solutions, the network reaches a consensus on the validity of each response. This consensus mechanism not only validates individual identities but also serves to continually refine the quality of flips, ensuring that they remain challenging and effective over time.

The Role of Community in PoP

• Community Engagement: The creation and review of flips are community-driven, which enhances transparency and trust within the network. This method allows participants to actively shape the mechanisms of their own identity verification, creating a self-sustaining and self-regulating environment.

• Cultural Neutrality: Flips are designed to be culturally neutral, requiring no specific language skills or cultural knowledge to solve. This universality is key to IDON's global approach, ensuring that no participant is advantaged or disadvantaged by their geographical or cultural context.

• Feedback and Iteration: Feedback from participants on the flip creation and solving process is used to continuously improve the validation mechanics. This iterative process helps maintain the relevance and effectiveness of the PoP mechanism as the network grows and diversifies.