Ioanna Dionysiou – författare

This book provides an essential compilation of relevant and cutting edge academic and industry work on key Blockchain topics. This book concentrates on a wide range of advances related to Blockchains which include, among others, Blockchain principles, architecture and concepts with emphasis on key and innovative theories, methodologies, schemes and technologies of Blockchain, Blockchain platforms and architecture, Blockchain protocols, sensors and devices for Blockchain, Blockchain foundations, and reliability analysis of Blockchain-based systems.  Further, it provides a glimpse of future directions where cybersecurity applications are headed. The book is a rich collection of carefully selected and reviewed manuscripts written by diverse cybersecurity application experts in the listed fields and edited by prominent cybersecurity applications researchers and specialists.

This book is an in-depth exploration of blockchain and smart contracts technologies, systematically addressing their theoretical foundations while highlighting concrete applications in several key sectors. It begins by defining the fundamentals of blockchain and smart contracts, then ventures into the legal domain, analyzing the implications of automated contracts from both backend and frontend perspectives. A particular focus is placed on a sustainable design for cryptocurrencies, anticipating the principles and expectations of the future. The book then provides a detailed taxonomy of blockchain''s financial applications, while also examining its role in managing scientific workflows. The fascinating world of NFTs is also explored, from the tokenization of fine arts to innovative event ticketing systems. The convergence between ontologies and blockchain technology is then highlighted, followed by an in-depth assessment of the implications of this technology in the telecommunicationssector, including a SWOT analysis of next-generation cellular networks. Written by academic researchers and industry experts, this book offers a complete and nuanced perspective on the transformational potential of blockchain.

This book offers an in-depth exploration of the application of blockchain and smart contract technologies in the field of cybersecurity. It begins by defining the fundamentals of cybersecurity in the context of blockchain and smart contracts, and then moves on to the world of e-government services, describing how blockchain can enhance the security of these services. The book also explores how blockchain can secure the Internet of Things (IoT), focusing on applications such as securing drones and protecting robotic networks. The importance of scalability in distributed replication systems is also discussed, with a particular focus on sharding. Finally, the book looks at the challenges of data protection in distributed ledger and blockchain technologies, providing both an analysis of the problems and solutions. Written by academic researchers and industry experts, this book offers a comprehensive and nuanced perspective on the transformational potential of blockchain and smart contracts in the field of cybersecurity.