# PS-SHA∞ References - Henk C. A. van Tilborg, *Fundamentals of Cryptology* — hash functions, MACs, and signature foundations for integrity and attestation. - Classic Merkle tree literature — append-only data structure patterns to support efficient verification and pruning. - Blockchain whitepapers (e.g., Bitcoin, Ethereum) — chaining and distributed integrity techniques informing RoadChain-inspired attestations. - NIST SP 800-57 and SP 800-63 — key management and digital identity guidance relevant to binding agents to cryptographic material.