Application and Management of Blockchain Technologies

Dear Colleagues,

Initially developed for cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, blockchain applications now span various industries, from finance and supply chain management to healthcare and governance. The core principles of blockchain include decentralization, where no single entity controls the network; transparency, as all participants can view the transaction history; and immutability, which prevents data from being tampered with. For this Special Issue titled “Application and Management of Blockchain Technologies”, we are seeking contributions that address topics including, but not limited to, the following:

• Foundational Concepts and Innovations

• Scalability: Explore layer-2 solutions like the Lightning Network and sidechains that address the transaction speed limitations of main blockchains.
• Interoperability: Discuss protocols and technologies (e.g., Polkadot, Cosmos) that allow different blockchains to communicate with each other.

• Business and Industry Applications

• Supply Chain Management: Investigate how blockchain can enhance transparency and traceability of goods, from source to consumer.
• Decentralized Finance (DeFi): Cover the rise of DeFi platforms, including lending protocols, decentralized exchanges (DEXs), and yield farming.
• Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs): Beyond digital art, explore the use of NFTs in real estate, gaming, and intellectual property rights.
• Healthcare: Examine blockchain’s role in securing patient data, managing electronic health records, and streamlining clinical trials.

• Management, Governance, and Societal Impact
  • Blockchain Governance Models: Compare and contrast different governance models, such as on-chain vs. off-chain governance, and their implications for network evolution.
  • Regulation and Compliance: Discuss the evolving regulatory landscape for cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology in different jurisdictions.
  • Environmental Impact: Evaluate the energy consumption of Proof-of-Work (PoW) vs. Proof-of-Stake (PoS) consensus mechanisms and propose sustainable solutions.
  • Ethical Considerations: Address the ethical challenges of blockchain, including privacy, security, and the digital divide.

Dr. Aref Meddeb
Dr. Bacem Mbarek
Guest Editors

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• blockchain application
• management
• scalability
• interoperability
• governance
• regulation
• environemental impact
• privacy