Blockchain-Based Networks: Security, Privacy, and Applications
A special issue of Applied Sciences (ISSN 2076-3417). This special issue belongs to the section "Computing and Artificial Intelligence".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 March 2026 | Viewed by 9704
Special Issue Editor
Interests: blockchain technology; next generation network architecture; cloud computing; distributed systems; network security
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Dear Colleagues,
Blockchain technology is increasingly integrated into various industries, including decentralized finance, identity management, and the Internet of Things. These applications highlight the transformative potential of blockchain by enabling secure and transparent transactions, facilitating asset ownership, and fostering the development of decentralized systems. This Special Issue of Applied Sciences aims to explore the latest advancements in blockchain-based networks, focusing on critical themes such as security, privacy, and practical applications.
As the adoption of blockchain technology accelerates, a range of new challenges has emerged, particularly concerning security and privacy, alongside issues related to its practical applications, such as scalability and interoperability. Security concerns are paramount; vulnerabilities in smart contracts can result in significant financial losses, while the potential threats posed by quantum computing jeopardize the integrity of blockchain networks. Privacy issues primarily stem from the management of sensitive data, as the transparent nature of blockchain ledgers can inadvertently expose user information, potentially violating privacy agreements and ethical standards. Furthermore, scalability challenges—evidenced by high transaction fees and slow processing speeds—hinder the deployment of large-scale applications, while the fragmentation of existing blockchain networks complicates the development of effective cross-chain solutions.
This Special Issue will encompass a wide range of topics, including smart contract vulnerability detection, the optimization of consensus mechanisms, privacy protection strategies, the design of cryptographic algorithms, and innovative applications in emerging fields such as supply chain management and digital identity verification. We encourage interdisciplinary collaboration between researchers and industry professionals to advance the practical application of blockchain technology. We invite submissions that provide both theoretical insights and practical solutions to address the pressing challenges and promising opportunities within this rapidly evolving field, contributing to the ongoing discourse surrounding blockchain technology and its implications for the future.
Prof. Dr. Hui Li
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- blockchain fundamental theory and technology
- consensus mechanisms
- smart contracts
- security in blockchain
- encryption algorithms
- privacy-preserving techniques
- blockchain vulnerability detection
- quantum-resistant blockchains
- scalable blockchain solutions
- cross-chain solutions
- blockchain governance
- blockchain applications, services, and standards
- decentralized finance
- decentralized applications
- blockchain in healthcare
- blockchain in supply chains
- authentication and authorization
- blockchain and Internet of Things
- blockchain and Artificial Intelligence
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