Token-Based Electronic Communication System for Privacy
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing methods for facilitating personal and business relationships through electronic communication often require initial disclosure of personal information, lack customization options, and do not effectively manage semi-confidential information sharing, leading to privacy and security concerns.
Innovation Solution
A system and method utilizing a token-based approach with a logic unit containing modules for receiving a token identifier, establishing an electronic communication channel, and brokering content transfers, allowing for anonymous communication and customized information sharing without initial personal data disclosure, using a token giver and token receiver to exchange context information and promotional items securely.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If personal contact information is disclosed during a brief encounter, then further communication can be established, but privacy and security concerns arise and the process becomes inconvenient
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a token as an intermediary object that mediates the exchange of contact information. Instead of directly sharing personal information, individuals exchange tokens that contain encoded contact details. This intermediary mechanism allows communication establishment while protecting privacy, as the token can be selectively disclosed without revealing full personal information until both parties agree to proceed.
2Adaptability or versatility
If conventional social networking websites are used to facilitate relationships, then communication can be established, but customization options are limited and business relationship resources are lacking
Solution Approach 1:
The patent enables preliminary customization of contact information and content presentation before the actual meeting occurs. Users can pre-configure what information their token contains and how it will be presented to recipients. This preliminary action allows for tailored communication strategies for different contexts without requiring complex real-time adjustments during interactions.
Solution Approach 2:
The system allows dynamic adaptation of information presentation based on the interaction context. The token can reveal different levels of information depending on the stage of relationship development, and the system can adjust the amount of personal information disclosed as trust builds between parties.
3Adaptability or versatility
If business cards are used to exchange personal information, then future interactions are possible, but customization for specific product lines or semi-confidential information is difficult
Solution Approach 1:
The patent uses tokens as copyable, programmable representations of contact information. Instead of physically customizing business cards for each contact, the system creates digital copies of contact data that can be selectively configured and distributed. The token technology allows rapid reproduction of customized information sets without the time-consuming process of creating unique physical cards for each recipient.
Data Source
AI summary
An apparatus, system, and method are disclosed for facilitating electronic communication based on a personal contact. A token giver gives a token to a token receiver through a personal contact. The purpose of the token is to facilitate communication between the token giver and token receiver. The token includes a token identifier that is uniquely associated with the token. The apparatus includes a receiver module for receiving the token identifier from the token receiver. In response to receiving the token identifier, a channel module establishes an electronic communication channel between the token giver and the token receiver. A transfer module provides, to the token receiver, initial electronic content customized for the token identifier. In response to a request from either the token receiver or the token giver, a transfer module brokers an electronic content transfer between the token receiver and the token giver via the electronic communication channel.