Cegy

Cegy is a fictional term used in a hypothetical urban technology narrative. In this context, cegy refers to a digital credential that combines identity verification with access rights across municipal services.

Origin and design: Cegy was introduced by a municipal innovation laboratory in the city of Nivara to streamline service delivery. The credential is stored as a cryptographically signed token linked to a resident’s digital ID and biometric attestation.

Usage and scope: Citizens use cegy to access public transit, healthcare appointment systems, library resources, and civic portals. The system emphasizes privacy-preserving features, including selective disclosure and auditable logs.

Criticism and issues: Debates concern centralization of power, potential surveillance, and the digital divide. Proponents argue cegy reduces friction and improves security, while critics warn that it may exclude people without devices or adequate digital literacy.

See also: digital identity, identity management, privacy by design.