Resource Digital Identity

Digital Identity and Inclusion: Tracing Technological Transitions

This article explores technological transformations underway in the digital identity sector.

The article examines the evolution of digital identity systems, noting a shift from centralized biometric models to decentralized self-sovereign identity (SSI) approaches and the emergence of super apps.

It argues that, despite claims of decentralization and empowerment, most systems remain centralized and risk reinforcing exclusion and inequality, especially for vulnerable groups, unless user needs, device access, and local context are prioritized.