Digital trust is the foundation of modern-day business. Ensuring the security and reliability of electronic document signing has become a critical concern. The Cloud Signature Consortium (CSC), the industry and regulators are working to build a secure foundation for digital business. But what is CSC 2 (V2.0 API Specification)?
In this blog, we discuss the latest CSC API purpose and function, as well as its relationship with the eIDAS 2 regulation. Additionally, we will explore how Ascertia contributes to this rapidly evolving landscape.
Established in 2017, the CSC is a global alliance committed to digital security and trust. The CSC includes:
The Cloud Signature Consortium champions standardising highly secure and compliant digital signatures in cloud environments. The CSC aims to simplify how EU businesses and governments comply with the EU’s eIDAS Regulation.
The CSC’s common technical specification promotes solution interoperability, streamlines electronic signature compliance and paves the way for widespread cloud-based digital signature adoption.
The CSC delivers a standardised Application Programming Interface (API). It acts as a bridge between digital signing applications and signing services. This API facilitates seamless integration without the need for extensive customisation or development.
The CSC is constantly updating its API specification. V2.0 API Specification signifies a leap forward in functionality. Here are some of the key enhancements:
The European Union established its Regulation on Identification and Trust Services (eIDAS) in 2014. It has been instrumental in encouraging a predictable framework for secure electronic signatures throughout Europe.
Innovation and technology are thriving, and user demands are evolving. Because of this, eIDAS also needs to change. eIDAS 2 addresses shortcomings in the original regulation, such as limited cross-border compatibility and a fragmented user experience.
One of eIDAS 2’s key objectives is the creation of a single European Digital Identity Wallet (EDIW). This wallet will empower citizens with a secure, standardised way to store and share their digital identities. It works across various online services, both public and private.
For this to work, the digital ecosystem must operate seamlessly – and secure, compatible digital signatures play a significant role. This is where CSC can help.
CSC 2 provides a standardised API that bridges the gap between signing applications and signing services. It guarantees effortless integration across different platforms.
This aligns perfectly with the vision of eIDAS 2. It ensures a future where we can universally recognise and access secure digital signatures within the EDIW framework.
CSC 2 helps simplify cross-border transactions and enhances the user experience. It provides a familiar and consistent signing process regardless of location or service provider. In essence, it acts as a critical building block for eIDAS 2’s success. CSC 2’s focus on consistency and user experience enables a more secure, streamlined digital identity ecosystem throughout Europe.
As a member of the Cloud Signature Consortium, we are committed to digital trust and secure electronic signatures. The CSC is a forward-thinking initiative establishing a universal standard for secure cloud-based digital signatures.
Our commitment to the CSC ensures our products deliver robust and streamlined digital signatures. Ascertia’s products meet the evolving needs of modern-day businesses by providing:
CSC 2 and eIDAS 2.0 pave the way for a future of secure and trusted digital transactions. Ascertia is a leader in this evolution. We provide businesses with the tools they need to thrive in the digital era.
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