Kim Cameron publishes 'The Laws of Identity'

Microsoft Distinguished Engineer Kim Cameron published his influential 'Laws of Identity,' outlining foundational principles for digital identity systems, emphasizing user control and decentralization.

Significance

These principles heavily influenced Microsoft's subsequent identity strategy, including the design philosophy behind Active Directory Federation Services and the broader claims-based identity model.

Key facts

Date
2002-05-15
Type
publication
Location
Microsoft Research, Redmond, Washington