Digital Ledger Node for Edge Data Network Trust Verification

A Digital Ledger node is introduced as an intermediary component within the network core that mediates between the edge data network and other network elements. This mediator verifies transactions and maintains security records, allowing the edge network to operate with high speed while the intermediary ensures security and reliability through cryptographic verification and immutable transaction recording.

The Digital Ledger node provides continuous feedback on transaction validity and network security status. Each transaction processed by distributed Edge Application Servers is recorded and verified by the ledger, which returns confirmation or rejection feedback. This feedback mechanism ensures that despite the distributed architecture improving access efficiency, transaction integrity is maintained through cryptographic verification and immutable recording.

The Digital Ledger node merges multiple security functions including transaction recording, verification, and security policy enforcement into a single centralized component within the network core. This consolidation allows distributed Edge Application Servers and Edge Enablement Servers to maintain high flexibility in service delivery, while the merged ledger system efficiently handles security monitoring and transaction recording through unified cryptographic operations and immutable data structures.