The Evolution of Blockchain Technology: Applications, Challenges, and Future Directions

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https://doi.org/10.31181/dma21202443

Keywords:

Blockchain, Cryptocurrencies, Bitcoin, Supply Chain Management, Healthcare

Abstract

Blockchain technology, originating with Bitcoin in 2008, has evolved significantly, expanding beyond its initial purpose of facilitating peer-to-peer transactions. This paper aims to explore the multifaceted landscape of blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies, investigating its diverse applications, challenges, future directions, and implications. The objectives include analyzing the evolution of blockchain technology, identifying its applications across industries, addressing challenges such as scalability and regulatory uncertainty, and proposing future directions for innovation. Significantly, blockchain's decentralized and immutable nature offers potential solutions to longstanding issues in finance, supply chain management, healthcare, and beyond. Motivated by the transformative potential of blockchain, stakeholders are investing in research and development to overcome challenges and harness its benefits. Implications include the need for collaboration among stakeholders to address challenges and the potential for blockchain to drive innovation and reshape industries. In conclusion, while blockchain technology faces hurdles such as scalability and regulatory uncertainty, ongoing innovation, and collaboration offer promising opportunities for realizing its full potential and achieving a decentralized digital future.

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Published

2024-07-07

How to Cite

Mondal, S., & Goswami, S. S. (2024). The Evolution of Blockchain Technology: Applications, Challenges, and Future Directions . Decision Making Advances, 2(1), 274–281. https://doi.org/10.31181/dma21202443