# References and Standards

The Issuer Service aligns with key SSI standards:

* **W3C Verifiable Credentials Data Model**:\
  <https://www.w3.org/TR/vc-data-model/>
* **DID Core Specification**:\
  <https://www.w3.org/TR/did-core/>
* **EMPE Blockchain Documentation**:\
  Refer to EMPE provider resources for DID registration and resolution details.
* **OpenID Connect for Credential Issuance (Draft)**: Integrates credential issuance with OAuth2 and OIDC flows.

Adhering to these standards ensures long-term interoperability, trust, and reliability.


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