Digital Immune System
by Sujata Priyambada Dash, Vaibhav Mishra, Bijeta Shaw, Sandeep Kumar Panda, S. Balamurugan
10Blockchain-Based Cybersecurity: A New Era of Data Protection
Sagiraju Harinadharaju, Manjunadh Muvva, Bvv Satyanarayana, Rithish Abinav and Pooja Mishra*
Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Amrita School of Computing, Coimbatore, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, India
Abstract
Blockchain is introduced as a revolutionary solution to secure data with its decentralized architecture, secure cryptographic practices, and unalterable ledgers, and its advent is greeted as a game changer in digital security. Throughout this chapter, a comprehensive outline of blockchain fundamentals, such as its consensus algorithms and smart contract-based automation, is presented, with practical uses in health-care, finance, and supply chain management. These technologies, including emerging ones such as artificial intelligence and the Internet of Things, which are integrated into the blockchain, examine the economic, environmental, and regulatory implications in paving the future for research development. This study provides a full overview of the blockchain, from its basic concepts to advanced applications, enabling readers to seamlessly integrate blockchain solutions into their respective fields.
Keywords: Blockchain, data security, decentralization, smart contracts, healthcare, finance, IoT
10.1 Introduction
10.1.1 Background and Motivation
In today’s digital era, data is one of the most valuable assets for organizations and individuals. The rapid evolution of information technology, ...
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