Self-Asserted Certified Identity (SACI)-Framework

The Self-Asserted Certified Identity (SACI) framework empowers individuals to generate and manage their own digital identities, with the added credibility of certification from trusted entities.

Factsheet

  • Schools involved School of Engineering and Computer Science
  • Institute(s) Institute for Data Applications and Security (IDAS)
  • Research unit(s) IDAS / Identity and Access Management (IAM)
  • Strategic thematic field Thematic field "Humane Digital Transformation"
  • Funding organisation Innosuisse
  • Duration (planned) 01.06.2024 - 31.12.2024
  • Head of project Prof. Dr. Annett Laube
  • Partner NGSENS Sàrl

Situation

The Self-Asserted Certified Identity (SACI) framework represents a groundbreaking approach to digital identity management. SACI addresses the need for a more secure, private, and user-controlled identity ecosystem, challenging traditional, centralized identity management systems.

Course of action

In the Innocheque project, the technical concept based on the principles of SSI is developed and validated with the help of various use cases (contact management, anonymous delivery, digital notary, ...).

This project contributes to the following SDGs

  • 9: Industry, innovation and infrastructure
  • 16: Peace, justice and strong institutions
  • 17: Partnerships for the goals