The Decentralized Identity Data (DID) is a core component of the Tulu Chain ecosystem. It's the core utility that powers decentralized identity verification across the Tulu ecosystem. With TLC, users can verify credentials, prevent fraud, and control access to personal data using secure, blockchain-native tools and a privacy-first way using Tulu Coin (TLC) as the fuel.

How Tulu Coin (TLC) Secures & Simplifies Digital Identity in Africa

Across Africa, millions lack trusted ways to prove who they are or share verified credentials. Tulu Coin (TLC) makes these changes. As the utility powering Decentralized Identity Data (DID), TLC enables secure, portable, and privacy-preserving identity verification, giving individuals and institutions control without relying on centralized systems.

Verify & Secure Identity Using TLC

Traditional identity systems are siloed, slow, and easy to forge. With TLC

Users stake TLC to issue or verify credentials (like education, employment, or KYC)
Decentralized identifiers (DIDs) are anchored to the blockchain for tamper-proof validation
Zero-knowledge proofs (zk-KYC) backed by TLC allow verification without revealing sensitive data
Smart contracts handle permissions not middlemen

Built for Real Use

TLC powers secure data flow across the Tulu ecosystem:

Example: Tulu Identity – Stake TLC to anchor credentials (KYC, education, employment)

More than privacy

TLC isn't just for privacy; it rewards users for safe, verified participation:

• Earn TLC for sharing anonymized data (opt-in)
• Stake TLC to gain trust as a credential validator
• Pay lower access or licensing fees across platforms

Who Benefits?

• Individuals: Hold TLC alongside USDT, CBDCs, or loyalty points
• Businesses: E-commerce platforms, freelancers, and vendors accepting global payments and converting seamlessly to local currencies
• Government: For disbursing aid, salaries, or subsidies with transparent, traceable, and efficient digital cash transfers
• Developers: Build fintech apps, wallets, and remittance solutions powered by TLC and the TuluPay ecosystem, with access to APIs, smart contracts, and cross-chain tools to enable instant value transfer in their platforms

Why TLC Matters

Tulu Coin is more than just a digital token; it's the bridge that connects Africa's financial systems, making money movement easier, faster, and fairer for everyone.

Whether you're sending funds across borders, accepting payments from clients, or paying out to suppliers, TLC gives you speed, savings, and flexibility all in one token.