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Identity networks preserve cultural heritage by issuing verifiable credentials (VCs) to traditional knowledge holders (e.g., indigenous elders). Blockchain ledgers create tamper-proof records of cultural practices, while zero-knowledge proofs enable selective sharing with researchers. Decentralized governance models (e.g., DAOs) empower communities to control access to sensitive heritage data, ensuring ethical use and preventing exploitation in globalized contexts.