How To Become A Verified Human Without Losing Your Mind (or Data)

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In a twist that could only happen in the digital realm (where logic throws a party every Tuesday), the esteemed [Holonym Foundation](https://pollinations.ai/referral?topic=holonym) , known for their efforts to protect the rights of little bits of data, has just made a move that would make chess masters weep. They’ve acquired [Gitcoin Passport](https://pollinations.ai/referral?topic=gitcoin), a rather ambitious protocol that claims to turn you into a verified human—without the need for a DNA sample or a second mortgage.

Holonym Foundation: The New Ruler of Digital ‘Who Am I?’ Games

Yes, the folks at Holonym, the creators of the even-more-impressively-titled human.tech instruments stack, have brought Gitcoin Passport under their ever-expanding umbrella of digital rights. Think of it as a clubhouse, except instead of lemonade, they serve ZK-protected identity proofs, and instead of an exclusive treehouse, it’s a vast digital land everyone wants to get into.

Your ticket to the show is just a click away! 🎭

— human.tech by Holonym (@0xHolonym) January 31, 2025

Imagine it: Holonym’s acquisition of Gitcoin Passport means they’ll be slinging privacy-preserving on-chain reputations like they’re hotcakes. They’re ready to take Gitcoin’s reputable verification and mix it into a fantastic recipe for a lovely digital soup, complete with a sprinkle of trust and a hint of human key technology. 🥘

Once the ink is dry (or the pixels settle?), Gitcoin Passport claims it will deliver an astonishing 3 times more identity proofs than Worldcoin—a product that already sounds like a high-stakes reality show waiting to unfold. They’re set to release a whopping 34.5 million ZK credentials for the existing two million humans, whose friends will probably comment “You look different!” when they hear of this upgrade.

Shady El Damaty, the CEO of Holonym and likely a wizard in disguise, expressed his excitement (which we assume is more than just a mild interest) about how digital identity preservation will redefine our future interactions:

“Digital identity that preserves privacy and allows individuals to control their data is clearly the end goal—unless someone discovers time travel first. Integrating Gitcoin Passport is a leap onto the lovely path leading to empowered digital human rights.” 🦸‍♂️

Already popular amongst renowned chains and blockchain ecosystems, Gitcoin Passport is like that reliable friend who always brings the chips to the party, offering reputation tools to over 110 partners. Its proof-of-humanity score has already unlocked over $200 million in airdrops, effectively turning itself into the fairy godmother of decentralized identities. Seriously, it’s combating Sybil attacks like a superhero with a cape made of metadata.

Gitcoin Passport is getting a new name: Human Passport (Because “Git” is for coding, not humans)

Kevin Owocki, the founder of Gitcoin Passport, is understandably chuffed about the endless possibilities this acquisition presents, standing there with arms wide open like he’s about to embrace a very large group hug:

“Gitcoin Passport has always aimed to empower individuals to showcase their human-ness while throwing privacy-obligation parties. With human.tech leading the charge, it seems we’re evolving into an identity layer that says, ‘Hey, I’m a person, not a bot!’—while still keeping secrets.” 🤫

After this splendid acquisition deal, Gitcoin Passport will be given a glitzy makeover, rebranding as Human Passport, a fitting name if you ask us. It perfectly captures the essence of a proof-of-humanity solution that promises to verify your identity without making you disclose anything that would make Aunt Gertrude clutch her pearls.

The Human Passport is poised to reshape the digital identity landscape, giving modern Web3 users the power to effortlessly control their data and online presence like a seasoned wizard in a digital realm—just remember to keep your wand handy! 🪄

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2025-02-10 18:42