Timestamping of digital files with VIDT DAO-powered blockchain technology

File validation and verification has become an integral and critical component of the cryptocurrency industry and beyond.

Specific to the field of blockchain, which is still quite nascent, the topic of cybersecurity has become quite hot in recent years. The number of cyber attacks, phishing scams and other forms of digital fraud has increased tremendously.

Just for context, as of March 2023, there have been over 26 (documented) attacks, resulting in over $211 million in compromised funds. There has been an increasing trend in this regard and it is becoming more worrisome as time goes on.

Compromised digital files remain one of the focal points for common users, which usually results in loss of funds or tampered information.

With that in mind, FileValidator introduces an innovative solution for validating digital files. It is an advanced file verification tool designed to guarantee their authenticity and integrity.

FileValidator: How is it different?

We have already established the pressure points of the digital space, and it is important to see how FileValidator addresses them.

Digital documents are very easy to forge using various tools, including AI-based solutions. FileValidator provides a seamless way to validate them. It also benefits from VIDT’s blockchain technology, which ensures that once a file is verified, its integrity will remain untampered and intact. This can give users peace of mind.

How does it work?

To make things crystal clear for users, FileValidator works in a relatively simple way. In three easy steps, people can verify the fingerprint of their files.

First, they have to select a file and drag it onto the platform. These can be images, videos, PDFs and other file formats.

Once this is done, FileValidator will process the file locally in the browser and create a unique digital fingerprint. It is referred to as a hashish. This hash is then recorded on the VIDT blockchain.

After this, users can access the verified file at any time and double-check its authenticity by comparing the current fingerprint with the one stored on the network. If they match, the file is validated.

The platform can be used to verify a variety of files. Some of them include but are not limited to:

• All image files
• Audio files
• Zip files
• Install files
• Software packages
• Database backups
• Excel, Word and PDF files

FileValidator has launched its Open Beta today and is now available for anyone to test it out. All you need is an ERC20 wallet and at least 1 VIDT token required to transfer the created hash to the blockchain.

You can also find out more about the project at their official Twitter accountas well as that of WIDE DAO.