Beta version of IOTA Identity 1.6 is live and brings many innovations with it
- IOTA Identity 1.6 introduces a modular architecture and multi-control support that simplifies the integration of decentralized identities.
- Outside the chain verifiable authorization and W3C conformity, data integrity and cross-sector interoperability improve.
IOTA has published the beta version of his IOTA Identity 1.6 frameworks, an important step in the effort to bring decentralized digital identity systems to the Mainet. The update is intended to fix persistent problems with data authenticity and integrity. The release comes with architectural upgrades, which are intended to support broad acceptance by developers.
While IOTA Identity has been developing for some time, the latest version is now classified as Ready for the Mainnet. It introduces functions that are geared towards modern web3 standards and system interior operability.
[ICYMI] New Beta Release! IOTA Identity v1.6 Beta was released this week!
Dive into the latest features and improvements.See what’s new: https://t.co/ibZONkQd9B
— IOTA (@iota) May 30, 2025
Update 1.6 is based on a newly designed architecture that supports a modular implementation. This structure is intended to facilitate integration into different environments by enables developers to work with specific components without relying on a rigid scaffolding. A new Coreclient interface was introduced to standardize the interaction between developers in various programming languages, especially Rust and WebAssembly (WASM).
In addition, brings IOTA Identity 1.6 Multicontrol support and rolling elegation directly into the core library. These functions enable the delegation of controller roles without custom MOVEVM calls and simplify the administration of authority via identities. This expansion is advantageous for organizations that require flexible role hierarchies and dynamic authorization control in identity management systems.
Trust with offchain credentials
As CNF reported, the basis of Iota Identity is based on solving two main problems: data integrity and authenticity. According to the technical documents published with the beta version, modern digital systems often suffer from non-verifiable claims and changed information, especially in the context of e-commerce and supply chains. If the data source or the information it contains cannot be married, there may be more fraud, less efficiency and increased operating risks.
In order to solve these problems, IOTA Identity is based on Did’s and VCS that are kept outside the blockchain. This model protects the sensitive business data of the users from disclosure during the cryptographic review. The framework that follows the W3C guidelines ensures that it works with other identity solutions and apps.
IOTA Identity is not only helpful in individual validation. The possibility of using personal or machine registration data allows organizations in finance, healthcare, logistics and government to use it. Industrial areas can benefit from safe communication between machines, especially for IoT applications.
The storage of login information outside the chain not only offers advantages for data protection, but also for scalability, since the storage outside the chain reduces the network overload. This is particularly important for real-time authentication in environments with high data volume, for example in cross-border logistics or in records in the public sector.
Plans for an extended system
The strategy aims to use the identity framework to help IOTA penetrate into the area of the basic digital infrastructure. In the past few months, the IOTA Foundation has explained how digital identity will work with new technologies, including AI. IOTA NAMES and Starfish should further improve the IOTA system.
This partnership underlines the desire to bring identity tools into practical applications. In addition, identity -related solutions for use in companies and authorities are currently being developed.
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