Onchain Identity: The Quiet Foundation of Web3

ENS, attestations, and the post-password internet.

Priya Anand2026-03-025 min read

Onchain Identity: The Quiet Foundation of Web3

Introduction

Self-sovereign identity is one of crypto's most underrated stories.

ENS Goes Mainstream

Over 3M .eth names registered with deep integrations.

Onchain Identity: The Quiet Foundation of Web3 — chart — Editorial illustration for NFTs & Web3 coverage.

L2 ENS reduces cost dramatically.

Conclusion

Identity is the layer that turns wallets into people. It deserves more attention than it gets.

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Always do your own research before making investment decisions.

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