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August 14, 2024

Portkey Announces Integration of Zero-Knowledge Proofs for Enhanced Identity Management and Security

Enjoy unprecedented levels of security achieved through Zero-Knowledge Proofs

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Portkey, the innovative account abstraction wallet on the aelf blockchain, proudly announces its latest initiative to enhance user security and privacy through the integration of Zero-Knowledge Proofs (ZKPs). This cryptographic technique allows one party (the prover) to prove to another party (the verifier) that a particular statement is true without revealing any additional information, ensuring unparalleled privacy and security for Portkey’s users.

The integration of Zero-Knowledge Proofs (ZKPs) in Portkey’s Web3 wallet and decentralised identity management system promises to offer blockchain users unprecedented levels of provable and tamper-proof identity verification. Portkey will enable users to securely prove their eligibility and compliance with service providers’ requirements without disclosing sensitive personal information. By ensuring digital personas are both distinct and verifiable, Portkey’s adoption of ZKPs aims to bridge the gap between Web2 and Web3 applications, fostering a more secure, privacy-centric, and user-focused internet.

As the prevalence of digital transactions and online interactions increases, it has become even more imperative to protect user data. Portkey’s upcoming integration of ZKPs significantly strengthens its security framework, ensuring that sensitive user information remains confidential and secure. This allows users to engage with digital services confidently, knowing their data is safeguarded by the highest standards of cryptographic security. Portkey’s commitment to privacy and security is a cornerstone of its mission, aimed at establishing a safe and trustworthy digital environment for users navigating the complexities of this increasingly interconnected world.

Introducing SocialLogin

Portkey intends to operate ZKPs through SocialLogin, which encompasses a two-step process: proof generation and verification, for secure transaction validation. In the proof generation phase, the prover creates a proof that confirms the validity of a statement using advanced cryptographic methods. During verification, this proof is evaluated by a verifier who, if the proof is valid, accepts the statement as true without accessing any underlying data. This integration will grant developers the capability to allow users to authenticate themselves on their preferred dApps through their pre-existing social accounts on platforms like Google, Facebook, Twitch, and various other third-party providers.

At the application level, users register with Portkey by logging in with Google credentials and receive an identity token (JWT). This token is sent to the Proving Service, which generates a zk-SNARK proof. The proof is then used to sign transactions on aelf blockchain, where it is verified on-chain. If the proof is valid, the transaction is executed, ensuring enhanced security and privacy for users. At the protocol level, this involves creating a new interface to generate proofs, developing verification functions, and converting proof-based transactions to normal ones while ensuring robust error handling and testing.

This technological advancement for Portkey is critical for enhancing users’ security and privacy as it eliminates the dependence on external verifier services, and solidifies its position as a pioneering force in the realm of digital wallets and decentralised identity management. SocialLogin is currently being developed and intergrated swiftly on Portkey. Soon, users will be able to experience the smooth login and registration process.

Stay updated on Portkey’s news and engage with the Portkey community on:
Website:
https://portkey.finance
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https://x.com/Portkey_DID
Telegram:
https://t.me/Portkey_Official_Group
Discord:
https://discord.gg/zSBDUV9q

About Portkey

Portkey aims to be the most useful Web2-to-3 Wallet: it targets Web2 projects and provides them with simple, seamless, and scalable access to a complete Web3 ecosystem. While Portkey serves as an Account Abstraction Wallet with intuitive social recovery features, it also promotes Decentralised Identity Technology, enabling Web2 businesses and developers to migrate seamlessly into Web3. It also features aelf’s unique Virtual Address (VA) technical approach, which is cheaper, faster and easier to implement compared to other industry standards.

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WalletWhy It Stands OutSupported Assets
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OKX- Supports 300+ cryptocurrencies and NFTs across multiple networks- Available as a mobile or desktop app, and browser extensionBTC, ETH, XRP, SOL, and 300+ more cryptocurrencies, along with NFTs on Ethereum, Solana, BASE, and more
Crypto.com App- Rewarding if you hold and build a cryptocurrency portfolio over time- Nifty features like Crypto Earn and Recurring Buy help you grow your holding easilyMore than 350 cryptocurrencies, including BTC, ETH, XRP, and SOL
Trust Wallet- Very wide range of assets- Available as a mobile app and browser extensionOver 10 million cryptocurrencies and 600 million NFTs from Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, Cosmos, and more
MetaMask- Can be used to complement your main Web3 wallet- Perfect for ownership of Ethereum-based tokens and NFTsAny asset on the Ethereum blockchain
Exodus- Over 100,000 cryptocurrencies supported- Buy any of them within the Exodus walletMore than 100,000 cryptocurrencies and NFTs across 16 blockchains
Ledger Stax- 5,500+ cryptocurrencies and NFTs supported- Certified Secure Element chip to shield it from online attacks5,500+ cryptocurrencies and NFTs
Trezor Safe 5- A compact device at 23g with a 1.54-inch touchscreen- Supports over 1,000 cryptocurrencies, and has a CC EAL6+-certified chipOver 1,000 cryptocurrencies, including BTC, ETH, XRP, and SOL
SafePal S1 Pro- Slim and sleek, with a 1.3-inch colour screen to show your holdings- Can be paired with the SafePal Wallet app and browser extension to grow your portfolio30,000 cryptocurrencies and more across 100+ blockchains
ZKPsMultisig WalletsTEE
StrengthsZKPs provide wallet owners with security and privacy at one goMultisig wallets are hassle-free and secure; easy to implement for any group or organisationTEEs allow Web3 wallets to achieve a similar level of security as hardware wallets
WeaknessesTransacting parties need to interact multiple times. It’s not ideal for non-real-time applications.Transaction costs are higher due to the multiple signatures – and gas fees – needed. Transaction speeds are lower too.Cannot be easily implemented for software-based Web3 wallets as it is operating system-dependent
Wallet TypeHardware WalletBrowser ExtensionMobile App Wallet
Pros- Offers the best security for Web3 digital assets- Many brands and models to choose from- You can conveniently add it to your web browser- It doesn’t take up much storage space on your PC- You can access your assets from anywhere- You can easily transfer assets between apps
Cons- You risk losing your assets when you lose the device- The cost can be prohibitive for some- Susceptible to security breaches if your browser is compromised- Functionality may be limited for some- Vulnerable to similar security breaches as browser extension wallets- You also bear the same risk of losing your assets if you lose your mobile device
Web2 PhishingWeb3 Phishing
MethodPurely reliant on offline or Web2 platforms. For example, phone calls, SMSes, publishing fake websites, etc.Utilises a mix of Web2 and Web3 platforms. For example, hackers impersonating a key opinion leader or deploying malicious smart contracts.
PurposeTo steal cash, personal information, and sensitive data.To steal digital assets and sensitive data, and control Web3 projects.
ProsCons
MPC wallets are incredibly safe thanks to their novel security mechanism.There are relatively fewer MPC wallet solutions available, as compared to multisig wallets.
MPC wallets provide you with more flexibility in managing your assets, especially if it’s a wallet for institutions or investment groups.MPC wallets appear easy to use on the outset, but they still require a level of technical expertise and cryptography knowledge.
MPC wallets greatly reduce the risk of a single point of failure.MPC wallets can take slightly longer to execute transactions because its security mechanism is fairly resource-intensive.
MPC wallets are highly decentralised, adhering to cryptocurrency’s core principles.You’d still need to manage each private key fragment carefully. After all, each one is crucial to forming the full key.