Handbook of Research on Blockchain Technology


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Handbook of Research on Blockchain Technology presents the latest information on the adaptation and implementation of Blockchain technologies in real world business, scientific, healthcare and biomedical applications. The book's editors present the rapid advancements in existing business models by applying Blockchain techniques. Novel architectural solutions in the deployment of Blockchain comprise the core aspects of this book. Several use cases with IoT, biomedical engineering, and smart cities are also incorporated. As Blockchain is a relatively new technology that exploits decentralized networks and is used in many sectors for reliable, cost-effective and rapid business transactions, this book is a welcomed addition on existing knowledge. Financial services, retail, insurance, logistics, supply chain, public sectors and biomedical industries are now investing in Blockchain research and technologies for their business growth. Blockchain prevents double spending in financial transactions without the need of a trusted authority or central server. It is a decentralized ledger platform that facilitates verifiable transactions between parties in a secure and smart way. Presents the evolution of blockchain, from fundamental theories, to present forms Explains the concepts of blockchain related to cloud/edge computing, smart healthcare, smart cities and Internet of Things (IoT) Provides complete coverage of the various tools, platforms and techniques used in blockchain Explores smart contract tools and consensus algorithms Covers a variety of applications with real world case studies in areas such as biomedical engineering, supply chain management, and tracking of goods and delivery




Advancing Smarter and More Secure Industrial Applications Using AI, IoT, and Blockchain Technology


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There is no doubt that there has been much excitement regarding the pioneering contributions of artificial intelligence (AI), the internet of things (IoT), and blockchain technologies and tools in visualizing and realizing smarter as well as sophisticated systems and services. However, researchers are being bombarded with various machine and deep learning algorithms, which are categorized as a part and parcel of the enigmatic AI discipline. The knowledge discovered gets disseminated to actuators and other concerned systems in order to empower them to intelligently plan and insightfully execute appropriate tasks with clarity and confidence. The IoT processes in conjunction with the AI algorithms and blockchain technology are bound to lay out a stimulating foundation for producing and sustaining smarter systems for society. Advancing Smarter and More Secure Industrial Applications Using AI, IoT, and Blockchain Technology articulates and accentuates various AI algorithms, fresh innovations in the IoT, and blockchain spaces. The domain of transforming raw data to information and to relevant knowledge is gaining prominence with the availability of data ingestion, processing, mining, analytics algorithms, platforms, frameworks, and other accelerators. Covering topics such as blockchain applications, Industry 4.0, and cryptography, this book serves as a comprehensive guide for AI researchers, faculty members, IT professionals, academicians, students, researchers, and industry professionals.




Handbook of IoT and Blockchain


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Handbook of IoT and Blockchain: Methods, solutions, and Recent Advancements includes contributions from around the globe on recent advances and findings in the domain of Internet of Things (IoT) and Blockchain. Chapters include theoretical analysis, practical implications, and extensive surveys with analysis on methods, algorithms, and processes for new product development. IoT and Blockchain are the emerging topics in the current manufacturing scenario.This handbook includes recent advances; showcases the work of research around the globe; offers theoretical analysis and practical implications; presents extensive surveys with analysis, new contributions, and proposals on methods, algorithms, and processes; and also covers recent advances from quantitative and qualitative articles, case studies, conceptual works, and theoretical backing. This handbook will be of interest to graduate students, researchers, academicians, institutions, and professionals that are interested in exploring the areas of IoT and Blockchain.




Multidisciplinary Functions of Blockchain Technology in AI and IoT Applications


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Blockchain technology allows value exchange without the need for a central authority and ensures trust powered by its decentralized architecture. As such, the growing use of the internet of things (IoT) and the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) are to be benefited immensely by this technology that can offer devices and applications data security, decentralization, accountability, and reliable authentication. Bringing together blockchain technology, AI, and IoT can allow these tools to complement the strengths and weaknesses of the others and make systems more efficient. Multidisciplinary Functions of Blockchain Technology in AI and IoT Applications deliberates upon prospects of blockchain technology using AI and IoT devices in various application domains. This book contains a comprehensive collection of chapters on machine learning, IoT, and AI in areas that include security issues of IoT, farming, supply chain management, predictive analytics, and natural languages processing. While highlighting these areas, the book is ideally intended for IT industry professionals, students of computer science and software engineering, computer scientists, practitioners, stakeholders, researchers, and academicians interested in updated and advanced research surrounding the functions of blockchain technology in AI and IoT applications across diverse fields of research.




Handbook of Green Computing and Blockchain Technologies


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This handbook provides a computational perspective on green computing and blockchain technologies. It presents not only how to identify challenges using a practical approach but also how to develop strategies for addressing industry challenges. Handbook of Green Computing and Blockchain Technologies takes a practical-oriented approach, including solved examples and highlights standardization, industry bodies, and initiatives. Case studies provide a deeper understanding of blockchain and are related to real-time scenarios. The handbook analyzes current research and development in green computing and blockchain analytics, studies existing related standards and technologies, and provides results on implementation, challenges, and issues in today’s society. FEATURES Analyzes current research developments in green computing and blockchain analytics Provides an analysis of implementation challenges and solutions Offers innovations in the decentralization process for the application of blockchain in areas such as healthcare, government services, agriculture, supply chain, financial, ecommerce, and more Discusses the impact of this technology on people’s lives, the way they work and learn, and highlights standardization, industry bodies, and initiatives This handbook will benefit researchers, software developers, and undergraduate and postgraduate students in industrial systems, manufacturing, information technology, computer science, manufacturing, communications, and electrical engineering.




Handbook of Research on AI-Equipped IoT Applications in High-Tech Agriculture


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The agriculture industry is facing significant challenges in meeting the increasing demand for food while also ensuring sustainable development. Traditional agricultural methods are not equipped to meet the demands of the modern world. To overcome these challenges, Advanced Technologies and AI-Equipped IoT Applications in High-Tech Agriculture provides an in-depth analysis of the opportunities and challenges for AI-powered management tools and IoT-equipped techniques for the high-tech agricultural ecosystem. The Handbook of Research on AI-Equipped IoT Applications in High-Tech Agriculture explores advanced methodologies, models, techniques, technologies, and applications along with the concepts of real-time supporting systems to help agricultural producers adjust plans or schedules for taking care of their farms. Additionally, it discusses the role of IoT technologies and AI applications in agricultural ecosystems and their potential to improve product quality and market competitiveness. The book includes discussions on the application of blockchain, biotechnology, drones, robotics, data analytics, and visualization in high-tech agriculture. It is an essential reference for anyone interested in the future of high-tech agriculture, including agricultural analysts, investment analysts, scholars, researchers, academics, professionals, engineers, and students.




Internet of Things, Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain Technology


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This book explores the concepts and techniques of IoT, AI, and blockchain. Also discussed is the possibility of applying blockchain for providing security in various domains. The specific highlight of this book is focused on the application of integrated technologies in enhancing data models, better insights and discovery, intelligent predictions, smarter finance, smart retail, global verification, transparent governance, and innovative audit systems. The book allows both practitioners and researchers to share their opinions and recent research in the convergence of these technologies among academicians and industry people. The contributors present their technical evaluation and compare it with existing technologies. Theoretical explanation and experimental case studies related to real-time scenarios are also included. This book pertains to IT professionals, researchers and academicians working on fourth revolution technologies.







Blockchain, Artificial Intelligence, and the Internet of Things


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This book provides basic concepts and deep knowledge about various security mechanisms that can be implemented in IoT through Blockchain technology. This book aids readers in gaining insight and knowledge about providing security and solutions to different challenges in IoT using Blockchain technology. This book primarily focuses on challenges to addressing the integration of the IoT with Blockchain with respect to potential benefits for IoT. This book gives descriptive analysis of Blockchain integrated with IoT applications and platforms for the development of IoT solutions along with possible topologies to that integration. Several application examples are included in a variety of industries.




Handbook of Research on Blockchain Technology and the Digitalization of the Supply Chain


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Blockchain is a recent technology that is promising to revolutionize the way supply chains are designed and operated. Regarding its role in securing exchanges of data, this technology has remarkably changed the manner of governing the structure of the supply chain relationships and the way that transactions are made. Blockchain technology is likely to influence future supply chain practices by performing electronic integration, supporting partners’ connections, and offering real-time information flows. Thus, blockchain technologies are gaining interest among both academicians and professionals. This interest concerns the conceptual level and also the practical and concrete levels of the implementation of blockchain technology in supply chains. The Handbook of Research on Blockchain Technology and the Digitalization of the Supply Chain presents blockchain’s basic concepts and pertinent methods that contributed to meeting key supply chain management objectives. It determines the current trends and challenges in the use of blockchain to enhance supply chain management. Covering topics such as communication systems, documentation systems, and supply chain evolution, this major reference work is an excellent resource for business leaders and managers, logistics professionals, IT managers, students and educators of higher education, librarians, researchers, and academicians.