Arjun Adhikari

The Problem It Solves Rahat addresses the challenge of distributing aid while balancing privacy and decentralization. Traditional systems either store beneficiary data on-chain (compromising privacy) or rely on centralized databases (compromising trust). How It Helps Privacy-Preserving Verification: Using Polygon ID (zero-knowledge proofs), Rahat allows donors to verify criteria (e.g., age, location) without exposing sensitive personal information like names or birthdates. Decentralized and Trustless: The system is fully decentralized, removing reliance on centralized databases, ensuring transparency and trust for all parties involved. Scalable Aid Distribution: With the integration of the Coinbase SDK, Rahat scales efficiently, supporting large numbers of transactions while maintaining security and privacy. Use Cases Data Reusablity: Once a beneficiary is verified, their data can be securely reused by other organizations, streamlining processes and eliminating duplication of effort. Targeted Donations: Donors can choose specific criteria (e.g., age, disability status) for distributing aid, without needing to know private details about beneficiaries. Privacy-First Relief: Governments and organizations can distribute aid without compromising beneficiary privacy, avoiding both data breaches and privacy concerns. Simplified Aid Management: Simplifies the process of verifying, tracking, and managing aid distribution, reducing administrative overhead while ensuring data integrity and security.