Stephen Curran

Stephen Curran is a distinguished software development and DevOps expert at Cloud Compass Computing, Inc., who has become a leading figure in blockchain-based identity solutions since 2017. As a core contributor to the Linux Foundation's Hyperledger projects, he played a pivotal role in developing the Verifiable Organizations Network (VON) with the British Columbia Government. His expertise spans Hyperledger Indy, Aries, and AnonCreds projects, where he has made significant contributions to open specifications and protocols. He literally wrote the course on Hyperledger Aries, helping thousands become Aries developers through the Linux Foundation's educational initiatives. His work includes co-authoring business-focused courses on Self-Sovereign Identity with Indy and Aries on edX. Beyond development, Curran serves on the Hyperledger Technical Oversight Committee and holds positions on both the Sovrin Foundation's Board of Trustees and Technical Governance Board. He is particularly known for his work in practical Hyperledger Aries deployments in enterprise and government environments, focusing on making digital trust technologies more accessible and implementable. His contributions extend to the development of the Aries Cloud Agent Python project, where he serves as a maintainer, demonstrating his commitment to advancing open-source solutions for digital identity.