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COTI and the Digital Shekel: A Breakthrough in Confidential Computing

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by Giorgi Kostiuk

a year ago


Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) have captured global interest, with approximately 134 countries exploring their implementation. Notably, COTI stands out by reaching the final stage of the Bank of Israel's Digital Shekel Challenge.

The Potential of CBDCs and Privacy Concerns

CBDCs hold the potential to create a more digitized financial ecosystem, yet they raise serious privacy concerns. Linking transactions to real identities may create an unparalleled financial history archive, drawing concerns from lawmakers worldwide.

Although blockchain technology is highly transparent, it raises significant privacy concerns.None

COTI's Innovations in Privacy

COTI introduced a unique solution using 'garbled circuits,' a cryptographic technique to hide sensitive transaction details. Its privacy layer is lightweight and scalable, suitable for any device, including mobile phones.

Practical Applications and Achievements of COTI

COTI developed a decentralized ticket marketplace using the digital shekel, eliminating intermediaries with smart contracts, thus reducing fees and settlement times. The use of Hash Time-Locked Contracts enhanced the platform's security.

COTI's participation in the Digital Shekel Challenge demonstrates how privacy technology can be integrated into CBDC systems, highlighting the importance of privacy for the future financial ecosystem.

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