Spaces Released Bitcoin Identity Verification Tool
The new Trust Anchor tool allows users to link human-readable names to Bitcoin identities for a $25 fee.
Updated on Sept. 22, 2026 in Investing
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Spaces has launched version 0.4.2 of its software, introducing a Trust Anchor tool that enables identity verification directly through the Bitcoin network. The update includes the ability for users to purchase @bitcoin handles for $25 each.
Why it matters
This technology aims to simplify how digital addresses are managed by removing the need for a central company server. By using Bitcoin as a foundation for identity, users can create decentralized identifiers that do not rely on traditional corporate infrastructure.
Users can secure a @bitcoin handle for a $25 fee, with generated Trust IDs remaining valid for 14 days. This follows broader market activity where global retail crypto trading volume reached $979 billion in Q1 2026.
The players
Spaces
A software provider that develops tools for Bitcoin-based identity verification and naming services.
Veritas
A macOS application that provides local certificate authority services by validating the Bitcoin header chain.
The details
The system links readable names to a script pubkey using a Binary Merkle Trie. Users can generate a Trust ID via the macOS app Veritas, which validates the Bitcoin header chain locally, or through the space-cli tool and QR codes. This process eliminates the reliance on centralized servers, though it requires users to maintain their own local certificate authority services.
Timeline
September 16, 2026: Spaces released version 0.4.2 to mainnet.
Q1 2026: Global retail crypto trading volume reached $979 billion.
March 2026: ENS reported 1.6 million registered domains.
Money Landscape
Digital identity tools have expanded significantly, with platforms like the Ethereum Name Service reporting 1.6 million registered domains as of March 2026. This latest development marks a move to replicate similar naming and verification services directly on the Bitcoin network.
If you are interested in acquiring a @bitcoin handle, be prepared for a $25 flat cost. Consult with a qualified financial professional regarding the security risks and long-term utility of decentralized identity assets before committing funds.
The takeaway
The move toward Bitcoin-based identity represents a shift toward decentralized verification tools that operate independently of central servers. Keep track of how these naming protocols evolve, as they may eventually change how you secure and interact with digital asset addresses.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Cryptopolitan.
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