In response to weaknesses of current network security solutions, the zero-trust model follows
the idea that no network–whether internal or external–is trustworthy. The concept of zero …

While decentralized finance (DeFi) has the potential to emulate and, indeed, outperform
existing financial systems, it remains a complex phenomenon yet to be extensively …

This position paper discusses the challenges of blockchain applications in businesses and
the public sector related to an excessive degree of transparency. We first point out the types …

Global initiatives on climate protection and national sustainability policies are accelerating
the replacement of fossil fuels with renewable energy sources. Many electricity suppliers are …

Know your customer (KYC) processes place a great burden on banks, because they are
costly, inefficient, and inconvenient for customers. While blockchain technology is often …

Purpose Central banks from more than 100 countries, representing 95% of the global
financial output, are studying Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs). CBDCs can …

Blockchain is a disruptive technology that is expected to revolutionize the world of trusted
transactions. Through a combination of cryptographic techniques, a distributed, shared, and …

The main objective of the paper is to analyze and synthesize existing scientific literature
related to supply chain areas where machine learning (ML) has already been implemented …

Purpose This paper aims to establish a fundamental and comprehensive understanding of
non-fungible tokens (NFTs) by identifying and structuring common characteristics within a …

Purpose The purpose of this study is to identify and prioritize the factors that can positively
influence the implementation of a blockchain-based supply chain via an integrated …