DIGITAL REPRESENTATION AND ITS TYPES: THEORETICAL AND PRACTICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Keywords:
Digital representation; electronic identity; eIDAS Regulation; digital signature; automated agency; contractual delegation; civil law; Uzbekistan; legal technology; smart contracts.Abstract
This part of the research analyzes the theoretical and practical foundations of digital representation as an emerging institution within civil law. The section defines digital representation as the legally recognized exercise of rights and obligations through electronic means, including identity verification systems, cryptographic signatures, and algorithmic agents. It proposes a typology consisting of three core forms: statutory digital representation, which derives from legal norms and ensures formal legitimacy; contractual digital representation, based on private agreements and autonomy of will; and automated or technical digital representation, which operates through programmed or AI-driven agents. The study highlights the interrelation between legal authority, technological reliability, and accountability mechanisms in each form. It also stresses the practical significance of balancing efficiency with data protection, security, and legal certainty. Drawing on both international experiences (such as the EU eIDAS Regulation and Estonia’s e-Residency system) and the national context of Uzbekistan, the research demonstrates that digital representation is not merely a technical convenience but a fundamental legal evolution requiring adaptive legislation and coherent regulation.
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