Wallet Hybrid

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It should be possible to create a wallet that protects the user assets that are contained in the wallet.

Context

The user has a digital Wallet that can contain secrets like private keys or similar data elements that are not to be shared with any other human. Two general solutions have been proposed.

  1. The user keeps their wallet in a single device that as a TPM that can protect their keying material.
  2. The user keeps their wallet in the cloud and access from their devices.

Problems

  • A private key that is only contained in a wallet is subject to loss or destruction.
  • A user may wish to use the information on their wallet in more that one digital device.

Solutions

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