The efficiency of an integrated e-government system was on clear display, with the proof of concept system running on hardware entirely within the teepee where Crow citizens were able to create their blockchain ID cards, vote in a mock election, and begin transacting with each other in real time, all by using a smartphone. He3Labs’ Threshold system is able to make use of both public and private blockchains, such as those offered by NEM, to offer the right combination of privacy, performance, and accountability – critical for public elections and other public sector functions.

The Power of Blockchain-Based E-Government Starts with Identification

Registering each citizen’s identity in a cryptographically secure form on blockchain instantly surpasses traditional social security numbers or physical ID cards. He3Labs’ blockchain system makes this possible without relying on falsifiable ID cards or trusting other parties with a social security number, and in the future users will authenticate to their blockchain ID with biometrics or other methods as appropriate.

Representing each citizen within the blockchain system directly is the foundation for further highly integrated e-government features. Users may selectively expose verifiable identity and personal information, as needed, and other official applications may have direct instant access to verified age, registration, or family relationship information. And of course, the blockchain ID for an individual or businesses also serves as their cryptocurrency wallet.