Summary

This chapter presented a thorough review of identity verification, including its historical development, issues with old approaches, and technological advancements. It explored the historical roots of identity verification, from personal recognition in ancient civilizations to the usage of formal identification papers in the digital era. The limitations of traditional identity verification systems, such as reliance on static data and human verification processes, were underlined, as were the possible security and privacy problems associated with centralized data storage. The chapter also explored the revolutionary power of technical developments such as machine learning, artificial intelligence, digital signatures, and blockchain technology in reshaping the identity verification environment. It emphasized the need for ethical considerations, regulatory guidance, and user education in managing ethical challenges and guaranteeing responsibility. In the next chapter, we take a...