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Blockchains : A Handbook on Fundamentals, Platforms and Applications / edited by Sushmita Ruj, Salil S. Kanhere, Mauro Conti.

Springer Nature - Springer Computer Science eBooks 2024 English International Available online

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Format:
Book
Author/Creator:
Ruj, Sushmita.
Contributor:
Kanhere, Salil S.
Conti, Mauro.
Series:
Advances in Information Security, 2512-2193 ; 105
Language:
English
Subjects (All):
Cryptography.
Data encryption (Computer science).
Data protection--Law and legislation.
Data protection.
Computer networks--Security measures.
Computer networks.
Cryptology.
Privacy.
Security Services.
Mobile and Network Security.
Data and Information Security.
Local Subjects:
Cryptology.
Privacy.
Security Services.
Mobile and Network Security.
Data and Information Security.
Physical Description:
1 online resource (621 pages)
Edition:
1st ed. 2024.
Place of Publication:
Springer Nature 2024
Summary:
This handbook is a selection of foundational aspects, security analysis, platforms, and applications of blockchains that consists of four parts. The first part introduces the basic building blocks such as distributed computing and cryptography. Consensus algorithms that form the basic backbone of blockchain protocols are presented. Various cryptographic tools like hash functions, digital signatures and commitment schemes are also introduced. Advanced cryptographic techniques such as zero knowledge protocols, secret sharing, verifiable random functions that are used for privacy-preserving and secure design are discussed. The second part of this handbook consists of popular blockchain designs and platforms. Architecture of Bitcoin, Ethereum, Monero, Tendermint and Algorand have been presented. Various important issues like scalability and security are discussed in the third part. Security design challenges, security vulnerabilities and their analysis are discussed. The final part of this handbook discusses various applications of blockchains. These include supply-chain, identity and credential management, Internet of Things (IoT), data-sharing, e-voting, e-governance, e-health, smart cities, and Industry 4.0. Research challenges and directions of future work are included in this handbook. This comprehensive reference targets students and researchers, who are starting to explore blockchain. Professionals working in blockchain security and applications will find this handbook to be a valuable reference.
Contents:
Ten Myths About Blockchain Consensus
Cryptographic Primitives in Blockchain
Bitcoin Blockchain System: An Overview of Security and Privacy Aspects
The Ethereum Blockchain: Implementation and Security Aspects
The Future Ring Confidential Transaction Protocols for Privacy-Preserving Blockchain
Algorand Blockchain
Tendermint
The Security of Delegated Proof of Stake Wallet and Stake Pools
Layer-2 Scalability Solutions for Blockchains
Illicit Blockchain Content – Its Different Shapes, Consequences, and Remedies
Blockchain-based Distributed and Secure Digital Forensic Investigation Systems
Supply Chain Management Using Blockchain
Blockchain Technology for E-Governance Applications
When Blockchain meets Smart Cities: Opportunities, Security and Future Research
Decentralised Identity Management and Blockchains: Design Patterns and Architectures
From Centralized to Decentralized Remote Electronic Voting
Blockchain Technology Accelerating Industry 4.0
Blockchain for Health Data Management
Supporting Secure Trusted Manufacturing via Blockchain
Blockchain for Data Sharing.
Notes:
Description based on publisher supplied metadata and other sources.
ISBN:
9783031321467
3031321464
OCLC:
1425900380

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