Decentralized Identity and User Privacy in Adaptive Video Streaming: Navigating the Blockchain Frontier

As the demand for high-quality video content continues to rise, adaptive video streaming has become a pivotal technology in delivering seamless and personalized viewing experiences. This review explores the intersection of adaptive video streaming and decentralized identity solutions on blockchain, investigating the potential synergies to enhance user privacy and personalization. The paper delves into the current landscape of adaptive streaming technologies, traditional user identity management methods, and the role of blockchain-based decentralized identity in reshaping these paradigms. Emphasis is placed on the benefits of decentralized identity, including improved user control and heightened security, while also addressing the challenges and ethical considerations inherent in this transformative approach. Through an analysis of case studies and future trends, the paper aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the implications of decentralized identity on the landscape of adaptive video streaming and its broader implications for digital media. The insights presented herein contribute to the ongoing discourse on privacy, security, and personalization in the era of decentralized digital ecosystems