RECEIVING INFORMATION THROUGH A ZERO-KNOWLEDGE DATA MANAGEMENT NETWORK

Smart overview of the Invention

The patent application introduces a zero-knowledge data management network that allows users to share verifiable proof of data and identity information securely. Businesses can request and act on this data without accessing the raw sensitive information, ensuring privacy and security. The system uses encryption techniques to ensure that only intended recipients can view the data, with recipients being selectable even after data storage.

Technical Implementation

A storage server receives encrypted source data from a source device, which remains unreadable by any device other than the source. The server can convert this data into a format readable only by a specific recipient device using a conversion key. This conversion ensures that sensitive information is shared securely and is only accessible to authorized recipients.

Encryption Process

The source data is encrypted using a source encryption key, and the storage server cannot decrypt it. A rekeying key, created by combining the source's decryption key and the recipient's public key, allows the server to re-encrypt the data for the recipient. This process ensures that only the recipient can decrypt and access the original source data.

Example Applications

• Securely sharing operational information without visibility to servers or entities.
• Third-party attestation services verifying information without accessing its content.
• Trigger-based reporting where approval is required before exposing information to recipients.
• Financial transactions where parties have no access to each other's sensitive information.

Financial Transactions

In financial transactions, the system ensures that neither the buyer's financial details nor the seller's service details are exposed to unauthorized parties. A storage server facilitates communication between buyer devices and financial institutions securely, ensuring that invoices are processed without revealing sensitive information to intermediaries.