CYBER SOVEREIGNTY CHALLENGES: A STRATEGIC FRAMEWORK FOR NATIONAL DATA PROTECTION USING BLOCKCHAIN AUTHENTICATION

The problem of maintaining national cyber sovereignty is directly related to the era of digital globalization. This paper specifically addresses the issue of external threats and losing control over national cyberspace. The solution is a strategic framework that leverages Blockchain authentication technologies. It can use decentralized identity systems plus secure data management tools to govern better, enforce data integrity at all levels, and resist foreign meddling. The paper presents a thorough critique of existing Bandura-Gorman vulnerabilities, proposes the new method, and assesses its efficacy via practical studies.