The Aegis Vault: A Blockchain-Based System for Documenting Harassment and Abuse – A Comprehensive Analysis

AI offers a comprehensive analysis of a proposed Blockchain Vault system designed for individuals to securely and privately document instances of sexual harassment and abuse, especially when formal reporting isn't immediately pursued. The core idea is to use blockchain's immutability and security to create a tamper-evident personal record, accessible only by the user. The analysis examines the system's technical architecture, emphasizing the use of permissioned blockchains and end-to-end encryption, while also addressing significant challenges like data privacy regulations (GDPR, HIPAA), the ethical implications of linking reports from different victims, and the potential conflict with mandatory reporting laws. The report concludes with a comparison to existing solutions and provides recommendations for phased development and trauma-informed design.