As we move deeper into the era of hyperconnectivity, the convergence of blockchain, 5G, artificial intelligence (AI), and the Internet of Things (IoT) is redefining the digital frontier. Blockchain and AI Amalgamation for IoT Applications Beyond 5G presents a comprehensive and forward-looking exploration of this intersection, offering readers a roadmap toward secure, intelligent, and decentralized networks of the future.The volume brings together 16 carefully curated chapters that move seamlessly from foundational principles to advanced integrations and real-world implementations. Readers will learn how blockchain enhances privacy, data integrity, and decentralized control across 5G-IoT ecosystems, while AI augments these networks with adaptive intelligence and predictive security.Case studies and prototypes illustrate successful deployments, demonstrating how emerging technologies can be applied in practice. Specialized discussions highlight protocols for the internet of vehicles, secure cloud paradigms, VPNs, and even novel travel security applications. The book also explores Blockchain's transformative role in emerging digital realms such as finance, the metaverse, and beyond.With contributions from leading researchers and practitioners, this book serves as an essential resource for academics, engineers, policymakers, and industry professionals. Whether the reader is designing intelligent edge devices or architecting large-scale IoT infrastructures, the content equips them with the knowledge and tools to innovate securely and sustainably.

As we move deeper into the era of hyperconnectivity, the convergence of blockchain, 5G, artificial intelligence (AI), and the Internet of Things (IoT) is redefining the digital frontier. Blockchain and AI Amalgamation for IoT Applications Beyond 5G presents a comprehensive and forward-looking exploration of this intersection, offering readers a roadmap toward secure, intelligent, and decentralized networks of the future.The volume brings together 16 carefully curated chapters that move seamlessly from foundational principles to advanced integrations and real-world implementations. Readers will learn how blockchain enhances privacy, data integrity, and decentralized control across 5G-IoT ecosystems, while AI augments these networks with adaptive intelligence and predictive security.Case studies and prototypes illustrate successful deployments, demonstrating how emerging technologies can be applied in practice. Specialized discussions highlight protocols for the internet of vehicles, secure cloud paradigms, VPNs, and even novel travel security applications. The book also explores Blockchain's transformative role in emerging digital realms such as finance, the metaverse, and beyond.With contributions from leading researchers and practitioners, this book serves as an essential resource for academics, engineers, policymakers, and industry professionals. Whether the reader is designing intelligent edge devices or architecting large-scale IoT infrastructures, the content equips them with the knowledge and tools to innovate securely and sustainably.