Ethical concepts, Integrity Framework
Integrity Framework is the cornerstone that defines how KoR’s ethical principles are operationalized across every layer of our architecture.
On this page, you’ll explore the core concepts :Default Refusal, Zero‑Knowledge Refusal (ZKR), Zero‑Knowledge Acceptance (ZKA), Zero‑Knowledge Ethics (ZKE), and Zero‑Knowledge Trust (ZKT) – which together form a robust, privacy‑preserving shield against unsafe or unethical behaviors.
Each concept establishes a specific refusal or validation protocol, ensuring that every module, from decision engines to audit logs, adheres to a consistent set of integrity rules.
Zero‑Knowledge Refusal – Ethical Abstention
A cryptographic refusal protocol ensuring decisions leak no sensitive information beyond need.
Zero‑Knowledge Acceptance – Ethical Alignment
enables any KoR‑aligned system to accept tasks or interactions without exposing its internal reasoning
Zero‑Knowledge Trust Protocol (ZKT)
Establishes trust boundaries by proving integrity of actions without revealing internal state.
Zero‑Knowledge Ethics Protocol (ZKE)
Embeds ethical constraints into algorithms while preserving data privacy through zero‑knowledge proofs.
Recursive Framing Layer – Adaptive Learning (RFL)
A meta‑learning frame using refusal events to iteratively recontextualize and refine model behavior.
Default Refusal – Ethical First Line of Defense in AI
The first ethical imperative: automatically reject any decision path before acceptance.