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New Legislation Poised to Give People More Control Over Their Data

The Utah Digital Choice Act was recently passed in Utah to give social media customers more control over their data. This type of legislation, if adopted by more states, has the potential to reshape how applications available to US markets are built and how people’s data is handled.

The requirements are so closely aligned with the features and benefits of atPlatform that you might think Atsign was the sponsor. We’re not; we’re just in the majority of people who believe that everyone should own and control their data and their digital interactions. It’s the reason our company was founded in 2019.

Why atPlatform is the right choice for the next generation of social app developers

The Utah legislation underscores a growing movement towards prioritizing people’s rights and limiting how big tech platforms use their customer’s data. The atPlatform provides a unique opportunity for developers to embed these values, including complete end-to-end encryption into apps without doing any extra development work. We have several SDKs, including Flutter, Google’s open-source UI toolkit for building cross-platform Android and iOS apps with native performance from a single codebase.

Here’s why atPlatform is uniquely positioned to support app developers in Utah and beyond:

Privacy is Baked In: atPlatform’s architecture is built on the principle of end-to-end encryption and direct communication between atSigns, our unique and secure digital identifiers. This means applications built on atPlatform inherit a strong foundation of privacy, reducing the burden on developers to implement complex security measures.
True Data Ownership: With atPlatform, people are in control of their data. They decide who has access and they can revoke access at any time. This people-centered approach to data ownership directly addresses Utah’s new legislation. By building on atPlatform, developers can create applications for everyone, including Utah citizens.
Independence from Centralized Control: atPlatform’s distributed, peer-to-peer nature removes reliance on centralized servers and the infrastructure of large tech corporations. This aligns with the goal of Utah’s legislation to foster a more distributed and less Big Tech-centric digital ecosystem. Developers can use atPlatform to build innovative applications with greater autonomy and control over their infrastructure.
Robust Security for a Privacy-Focused Future: The inherent end-to-end encryption and direct connections within the atPlatform ecosystem significantly enhance security. By removing intermediaries in data transfer, the risk of breaches is reduced, providing a more secure environment for customers. This strong security posture is crucial in any regulatory environment that prioritizes data protection.
Focus on Innovation, Not Infrastructure Management: atPlatform handles the complexities of secure connectivity, authentication, and data transfer, allowing developers to focus on what they do best: building innovative features and delivering exceptional customer experiences. This can lead to faster development cycles and more competitive applications.

Join the growing community of atPlatform Developers

At Atsign, we are committed to providing developers with the tools and resources to build the next generation of private and secure applications. We invite you to explore our resources, join our community, and build the future of the Internet with us.

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