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Digital Identity Could Empower or Imprison Us: It Depends How We Build It
The Promise of Modern Identity Everyday life already depends on proving who we are, from applying to jobs, renting homes, accessing financial services or travelling abroad. An improvement to this system is a welcome change when done correctly, making everyday interactions smoother for people and businesses alike. That is the promise of Digital identity, but its success will depend on whether it will deliver those benefits of convenience without creating new risks of data misuse or surveillance in a way to install control across both online and offline.
By The Registryabout 7 hours ago in Futurism
Trust is the New Interface in the Age of AI Agents
The Vanishing Interface AI agents are moving us beyond the familiar interface. Instead of clicking, swiping, or logging in, we increasingly rely on autonomous systems to anticipate and act on our behalf. What replaces the screen is not a better version of the interface, but its gradual disappearance.
By The Registry5 months ago in Futurism
Securing the Internet of Things With Blockchain
Blockchain Is the Key to Scaling the Internet of Things Imagine a world where your coffee maker knows your schedule, your car reports maintenance issues before they occur, and your health monitor alerts doctors in real time. This is the promise of the Internet of Things (IoT), connecting every device to enhance convenience and safety in daily life.
By The Registry7 months ago in Futurism
Songdo Two Decades on: The Cautionary Tale in Smart City Design
Cities take up 3% of the Earth’s surface, yet hold more than half the global population. That share is only growing, with urban centres absorbing an ever-larger proportion of people. This influx of billions of people is leading to more traffic, greater demand for energy, water and housing, as well as a sharp rise in waste.
By The Registry7 months ago in Futurism
