Transformations Through Blockchain Technology: The New Digital Revolution

✍ Scribed by Sheikh Mohammad Idrees (editor), Mariusz Nowostawski (editor)

• Publisher: Springer
• Year: 2022
• Tongue: English
• Leaves: 361
• Category: Library

✦ Synopsis

The book serves as a connecting medium between various domains and Blockchain technology, discussing and embracing how Blockchain technology is transforming all the major sectors of the society. The book facilitates sharing of information, case studies, theoretical and practical knowledge required for Blockchain transformations in various sectors. The book covers different areas that provide the foundational knowledge and comprehensive information about the transformations by Blockchain technology in the fields of business, healthcare, finance, education, supply-chain, sustainability and governance. The book pertains to students, academics, researchers, professionals, and policy makers working in the area of Blockchain technology and related fields.

✦ Table of Contents

Preface
Contents
Contributors
Revolutionising the Approach to Smart Campus Architecture Through IoT and Blockchain Technologies
1 Introduction
2 Background
2.1 Smart Campus Concept
2.2 Internet of Things (IoT)
2.3 Blockchain Technology
3 Overview of Current Smart Campus Frameworks
4 Existing Problems for Current Smart Campus Frameworks
5 Design of the Proposed Smart Campus Framework
5.1 Physical Layer
5.2 Communication Layer
5.3 Platform Layer
5.4 Data Layer
5.5 Business Layer
5.6 Application Layer
5.7 Blockchain Layer
6 Blockchain Use Cases in Higher Education
6.1 Student Profile and Records
6.2 Digital Credentialing Systems
6.3 Personalisation of Learning Courses
6.4 Publishing
7 Developing a Framework for Adoption Blockchain in Higher Education Certification Process in Saudi Arabia: Case Study
7.1 Overview of the Proposed Framework
7.2 Influential Factors
7.3 The Design of the Study
7.4 Analysis of the Results
7.4.1 Relationship Between Gender and Trust Factor
7.4.2 Relationship Between User Awareness and Privacy and Security Factors
7.5 Proposed System DASC
7.6 High-Level Conceptual Infrastructure
7.7 Scenarios and Use Cases for the System Prototype DASC
7.7.1 Sharing Certificate with Prospective Employer
7.7.2 Post Student’s Certificate
7.7.3 Verify the Student Certificate by DASC
7.8 Summary
8 Discussion
9 Conclusion
References
Transforming Education Through Blockchain Technology
1 Evolution of Blockchain Technology Towards Applications
2 Introduction to Blockchain Technology
3 Key Elements of Blockchain Technology
3.1 Digital Transactions
3.2 Shared Ledgers
3.3 Encrypted Token
3.4 Payment Channel
3.5 Ethereum Network
3.6 Gas Limit
3.7 Solidity
4 How Does Blockchain Work?
5 Implementation of Blockchain Technology in the Education System
6 Role of Blockchain Technology in the Education System
6.1 Resilient Education System
6.2 Prompt Verification
6.3 Proof of Work
6.4 Tamper-Proof Storage and Management
6.5 Permanent Transactions
6.6 Encrypted Security
6.7 Transparent
6.8 Distributed (Decentralized) System for Education
7 Blockchain Layered Framework for Educational Industries
7.1 Application Layer
7.1.1 Blockchain Transcript
7.1.2 Learning Certificates
7.1.3 Effective Individual Learning
7.1.4 Shared Ledger
7.1.5 Teaching Resource Management
7.1.6 Monitoring and Tracing
7.2 Service Layer
7.3 Management Layer
7.4 Network Layer
7.5 Blockchain Cloud Network
8 Essential Condition for Blockchain as a Solution
8.1 Shared Data Should Be Updated by Multiple Participants
8.2 Verification as an Essential Process
8.3 Need to Reduce Complexity
8.4 Need to Reduce Delay
8.5 Process Interaction
9 How Digital Credentials Are Processed in Blockchain for Educational Applications
9.1 Digital Certification and Distribution
9.2 Why Digital Certificates?
9.3 Digital Signature
10 Applications of Blockchain in the Educational Sector
10.1 Manager for Keeping Learning Materials
10.2 Authority to Issue Degree Certificates
10.3 Managing Education through Decentralized Database
10.4 Tool for Effective Communication
10.5 Security Keeper of Credentials
10.6 Tool for Managing Financial Issues
11 Issues and Challenges in the Education Industry
11.1 Technological Challenges
11.1.1 Scalability
11.1.2 Security
11.2 Nontechnical Factors
11.2.1 Pool of Skilled Engineers or Trainers
11.2.2 Existing Traditional Policy of Organization
11.2.3 Budget
12 Future of Blockchain Technology in Educational Applications
13 Conclusion
References
Development of a Blockchain-Based Survival Game for Blockchain Education
1 Introduction
2 Background
2.1 Blockchain Concepts
2.2 Survival-Game Scope
3 High-Level Game Description
3.1 Scratch-Note Section
3.2 Player Locations
4 Evaluation of Available Game-Simulation Resources
4.1 Simulation Results
4.2 Evaluation of the Players’ Understanding of Blockchain Concepts
5 Discussions
6 Conclusions and Future Work
References
Integrating Blockchain with Education: Proposed Model, Prospects and Challenges
1 Introduction
2 Related Work
3 Integrating Blockchain and Education
3.1 The Current State of Education, Certification, and Hiring
3.2 Changing Dependence
3.3 Decentralization of Education
3.4 Validation of Academic Credentials and Transcripts
3.5 Accountability of Parent Institutions
3.6 Vision of Education as a Currency
4 Technical Background
4.1 Blockchain
4.2 Smart Contract
4.3 Consensus Mechanism
4.4 Using Blockchain as a Solution in Education
4.5 Role of Timestamps and Hashing Verification
5 Proposed Model
5.1 Assumptions
5.2 Tokens
5.3 Actors
5.4 Smart Contract
5.5 Proposed Layered Model
5.6 Working of the Proposed Model
5.7 Limitations
6 Future Work
7 Conclusion
References
Towards a Distributed Record of Measurement Adapters Powered by Blockchain Technology
1 Introduction
2 Related Works
3 Measurement Adapters in the Data Processing Architecture
4 A Blockchain-Based Distributed Record
4.1 An Architectural Approach
4.2 A Behavioral Description
5 A Reference Implementation
5.1 Library Organization
5.2 Experimental Design
5.3 Results and Discussions
5.4 Scope and Limitations
6 Conclusions
References
Blockchain Technology: A Breakthrough in the Healthcare Sector
1 Background
1.1 Distributed Ledger
1.2 Decentralization
1.3 Cryptographic Sealing
1.4 Digitalization
2 Structural Components Associated with Blockchain
2.1 Block Headers
2.2 Block Header Hash and Node
3 Need and Various Blockchain Types
3.1 Merits of Private Blockchain
3.1.1 Speed
3.1.2 Scalability
3.2 Demerits of Private Blockchain
3.2.1 Trust Building
3.2.2 Centralization
3.2.3 Lesser Security
3.3 Merits of Public Blockchain
3.3.1 Trustworthy
3.3.2 Transparency
3.3.3 Security
3.4 Disadvantages of Public Blockchain
3.4.1 Reduced Transaction Rates
3.4.2 Higher Energy Consumption
3.4.3 Scalability Problems
4 Health Care Domain Applications
4.1 Patient Related
4.2 Organization Related
4.3 Medical Data Management
4.4 Clinical Trials
4.5 Drug Traceability
4.6 Drugs Surveillance at the Community Level
4.7 Precision Medicine
4.8 Cybersecurity
5 Issues Resolved by Blockchain Technology in Healthcare
6 Threats Associated with Blockchain Technology
7 Future Perspectives and Challenges
7.1 Security
7.2 Scalability
7.3 Legality
7.4 Storage Problems
8 Conclusion
References
Digital Transformation of Healthcare Sector by Blockchain Technology
1 Introduction to Blockchain Technology
2 Key Elements of Blockchain and Role in Healthcare Sector
2.1 Distributed Ledger Technology
2.2 Immutable Records
2.3 Smart Contracts in Healthcare
3 The Blockchain Network
3.1 Public Blockchain
3.2 Consortium Blockchain
3.3 Private/Permissioned Blockchain
4 Life Cycle of Blockchain
5 Evaluation Criteria and Results for Blockchain
6 Blockchain Technology Associated Challenges in Healthcare Sector
7 Blockchain Technology Application Example in Healthcare Sector
8 Broad Classification of Healthcare Sector
8.1 Blockchain Technology in Telecare Medical Information Systems (TMIS)
8.1.1 Blockchain Technology in Telemedicine
8.1.2 Remote Patient Monitoring
8.1.3 Teledermatology
8.1.4 Telesurgery
8.2 Blockchain Technology in E-Health System
8.2.1 Electronic Health Records (EHRs)/Electronic Medical Records (EMRs)
9 Projects/Technologies Developed Using Blockchain Technologies That Benefit Healthcare Sector
10 Blockchain Implementation During COVID-19
11 Conclusion
References
A Systematic Review on Blockchain in Transforming the Healthcare Sector
1 Introduction
1.1 Overview of Blockchain
1.2 Motivation
1.3 Literature Questions
2 Literature Review
3 Blockchain in Transforming Healthcare
3.1 Interoperability
3.2 Security and Privacy
3.3 Universal Data Sharing
3.4 Data Access Control
3.5 Payments
3.6 Drug Traceability
4 Drawbacks in Existing Healthcare System
4.1 Absence of User Control
4.2 Security Concern
4.3 Lack of Supply Management System
4.4 Monitoring Medical Records
5 Applications of Blockchain in Other Fields
5.1 Education
5.2 Government
5.3 Tourism
5.4 Finance
6 Comparative Analysis of Work Carried Out by Other Researchers
7 Challenges of Blockchain
7.1 Storage Capacity
7.2 Security Risk
7.3 Lack of Willingness to Share
7.4 High Operational Cost
7.5 Low Scalability
8 Blockchain Healthcare Use Cases
8.1 Credential Verification for Healthcare Staff
8.2 Remote Monitoring Through IoT Devices
8.3 Patient-Centric EHR
8.4 IBM Blockchain
9 Conclusion and Future Scope
References
Blockchain Technology for Contact Tracing During COVID-19
1 Introduction
2 Exploring Blockchain Basic Concepts
2.1 From the Idea to Its Evolution
2.2 Features of Blockchain
3 Elements of Blockchain
3.1 How a Blockchain Works
3.2 Blockchain Pros and Cons
4 Applications of Blockchain Technology
4.1 Supply Chain
4.2 Public Administration
4.3 Financial Sector
4.4 Smart Vehicles
5 Applying Blockchain for Covid-19 Contact Tracing
5.1 Contact Tracing
5.2 The Best Practices of Contact Tracing in the World
5.3 Digital Technologies for Contact Tracing
5.4 Blockchain Solutions for Contact Tracing
5.5 How Blockchain-Based Contact Tracing Work
6 Conclusion
References
Transforming Healthcare Sector in India Through Blockchain Technology: Challenges and Opportunities from Legal Perspectives
1 Introduction
2 Blockchain Technology and Law
2.1 The Blockchain Technology
2.2 Blockchain Technology in Crossroads with Law
3 Blockchain Technology 4.0: Potential Application in Healthcare
3.1 Scope of Blockchain Technology 4.0 in the Existing Healthcare Models
3.2 Blockchain Technology 4.0 and Healthcare Insurance Model
4 Legal Opportunities and Challenges Involved in the Application of Blockchain Technology in the Healthcare Sector in India
4.1 Laws Regulating Healthcare in India
4.2 Personal Data Protection Bill (PDPB)
4.3 Blockchain Technology 4.0 in Indian Healthcare Sector
5 Can Blockchain Fit in with the Existing Healthcare Models in India?
5.1 The Design Challenge
5.2 The Deployment Challenges
5.2.1 The Apoptosis Challenge
5.2.2 Technological Lifespan
5.2.3 Multiple Medical Schools
6 Conclusion
References
Smart Contracts in Blockchain Application: Review Chain
1 Introduction
1.1 Background
1.2 Motivation
1.3 Aim and Objective
1.4 Gaps in Research
2 Literature Review
2.1 Review Process Adopted
3 Theoretical Aspects
3.1 Blockchain
3.1.1 Applications
3.2 Smart Contracts
3.2.1 Need of Smart Contracts
3.2.2 Types of Smart Contracts
Public Smart Contracts
Permissioned Smart Contracts
3.2.3 Applications of Smart Contracts
4 Design and Implementation
4.1 Architecture of the Process
4.2 Smart Contract Vulnerability Analysis
4.3 Experimental Setup Used in Research Paper
5 Experimental Results and Analysis
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Discussion
6 Conclusion and Future Scope
6.1 Introduction
6.2 Future Scope
6.3 Conclusions
References
Blockchain Technology Transforms Digital Marketing by Growing Consumer Trust
1 Introduction
2 Literature Review
2.1 Blockchain Technology
2.2 Marketing with Blockchain
2.3 Blockchain Applications in Digital Marketing
2.4 Big Data and Digital Marketing
3 Theoretical Framework and Hypothesis
4 Research Methodology
5 Findings and Analysis
5.1 Part A: Theoretical Contribution and Findings from the Literature
5.1.1 Transparency and Trust in Digital Marketing
Ensuring Trust and Fraud Prevention
Managing Data Sharing and Data Quality
Predictive Analysis
Facilitating Big Data and Streamlining Data Access
5.1.2 Impact of Blockchain in Digital Marketing
5.1.3 Combining Blockchain and Big Data
5.2 Part B: PwC’s Global Blockchain Survey Result Analysis
6 Conclusions and Future Directions
References
Blockchain Technology: Unlocking the Business Model Maze for Evolving Businesses and Start-Up
1 Introduction
1.1 Business Models
1.2 Blockchain Technology
2 Influence of Blockchain on Business Models
2.1 Customer Segments
2.2 Value Proposition
2.3 Channels
2.4 Consumer Relationship
2.5 Revenue Streams
2.6 Key Resources and Activities
2.7 Key Partnerships
2.8 Cost Structure
3 Segments Facilitating Blockchain Development and Implication
3.1 Crypto Currency Services
3.1.1 Implication and Start-Ups
3.2 Asset Management Services
3.2.1 Application and Start-Ups
3.3 Crowd-Funding Services
3.3.1 Applications and Start-Ups
3.4 Digital Identity Services
3.4.1 Application and Start-Ups
3.5 Other Financial Services
3.5.1 Applications and Start-Ups
3.6 Contract Management Services
3.6.1 Applications and Start-Ups
3.7 Blockchain Development Services
3.7.1 Applications and Start-Ups
3.8 Traceability Services
3.8.1 Applications and Start-Ups
4 Discussion
5 Conclusion
References
Transformation of Logistics Value Chain for Enhancing Cross-Border Trade Using Blockchain and IoT
1 Introduction
2 Literature Review
3 Overview of Blockchain and Smart Contracts
3.1 Blockchain Architecture
4 Proposed Solution
5 Implementation
5.1 Invalid Transactions
5.1.1 System Based on Blockchain or Ethereum
6 Conclusion
References
Rural Logistics Transformation Through Blockchain
1 Introduction
2 Related Literature Review
3 Challenges and Issues
3.1 Customer Service
3.2 Transportation Cost Control
3.3 Planning and Risk Management
3.4 Lack of Awareness
3.5 Lack of Education
3.6 Supplier/Partner Relationships
3.7 Government and Environmental Regulations
3.8 Slow Digital Transformation
3.9 Lack of Actionable Data on Insight
3.10 The Limited Granularity of Data
3.11 Product Cost
3.12 Low-Frequency Visit of APMC (Agricultural Produce Market Committee)
3.13 Non-Participation of the Buyer at RMC Markets (Ready Mixed Concrete)
4 Why Blockchain in Rural Logistics
5 Research Methodology
5.1 The Objective of the Study “Digital Interventions in Rural Logistics and Its Solutions Through Blockchain Covers”
5.2 Scope of the Study
5.3 Research Design
5.4 Sampling Method and Techniques for Data Collection
5.5 Data Collection Techniques
5.6 Data Analysis Techniques
6 Data Findings and Outcomes
7 Suggestions
7.1 Online Platform to Organize Logistics
7.2 Rural Logistics Collaboration Index
8 Recommendations
9 Conclusion
References
Index