South Korea has embarked on a pilot program to introduce a blockchain-powered digital identity card, modernizing a system that has been in place for nearly six decades. The transition to digital identification builds upon the country’s existing national ID framework, which has been operational since 1968. In recent years, the government has introduced several digital identity solutions, including a mobile driver’s license, a veterans’ registration card, and an overseas ID card. These advancements reflect a broader global trend toward digital identity systems, as governments increasingly integrate digital solutions into public administration.