APASS
Agent identity and trust infrastructure
An identity framework linking agent identity, runtime state, accountable parties and transaction evidence.
THE QUESTION IT ADDRESSES
Who is the agent, and who is responsible for its actions?
A concise reading of published information. The explanatory grouping below is editorial, not an implementation test.
A simplified mechanism
- Issue and present identity and authorization credentials.
- Verify credentials and retain evidence across the transaction.
What it does not establish
Published capabilities do not prove universal interoperability or eliminate transaction risk.
Where it fits
Supports trust around commerce and payments rather than holding or settling funds.
Sources & further reading
Sources reviewed on2026-10-30. Summaries are paraphrased; follow the current source for changes.