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19 articles for “Blockchain”
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Redefining Land Ownership: A Blockchain-Powered Framework for Transparent and Decentralized Land Record Governance
Abstract: Conventional land record management systems have long suffered from issues, such as inefficiency, data manipulation, corruption, and lack of transparency, which collectively hinder effective governance and erode public trust. This paper introduces a blockchain-based framework aimed at revolutionizing land record management by ensuring enhanced transparency, data security, and operational efficiency. The proposed system leverages the decentralized and immutable nature of blockchain technology to eliminate the need for intermediaries, thereby minimizing …
Published in International Journal of Software Computing and Testing · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 27–39 Read article
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Decentralized Crowdfunding with Blockchain for Transparency and Security
Abstract: Crowdfunding has transformed the way individuals and startups secure funding for their projects by gathering small contributions from many people, usually via online platforms. However, traditional crowdfunding platforms face significant challenges, such as fraud, delayed project deliveries, lack of transparency, and inefficiency. Blockchain technology, with its decentralized, transparent, and tamper-proof ledger, has emerged as a potential solution to these challenges. This paper examines the incorporation of blockchain into crowdfunding platforms, …
Published in International Journal of Distributed Computing and Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 24–30 Read article
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Certificate Issuing and Verification Application Using Blockchain
Abstract: With roughly a million students graduating each year, both those seeking further education and those entering the workforce rely on verifiable certificates. However, traditional paper certificates are vulnerable to counterfeiting, leading to frequent forgeries. To address this concern, this paper proposes a secure and reliable system utilizing blockchain technology for issuing digital certificates. This system creates tamper-proof digital certificates by calculating unique hash values for each electronic certificate and storing …
Published in International Journal of Software Computing and Testing · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 21–28 Read article
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Theory, Concepts, Recent Advances, and an Example of Implementing Blockchain Technology
Abstract: Recently, the Blockchain technique has gained significant attention and is being increasingly adopted across various sectors. Blockchain is fundamentally a sequence of interconnected blocks, each storing essential information. This technology operates as a secure, distributed ledger that allows anyone to access and verify the data stored within it, ensuring transparency and trust. This paper provides a comprehensive overview of Blockchain technology, explaining its core concept, underlying principles, communication protocols, and …
Published in International Journal of Software Computing and Testing · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 12–19 Read article
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Implementation of Dropshipping Using Blockchain
Abstract: This research introduces a novel approach to dropshipping via integration of blockchain technology and smart contracts. Dropshipping is a business model where retailers avoid stocking products by directly fulfilling orders from wholesalers, and face challenges related to inventory management, understocking, overstocking, and financial risks attached. This also focuses on issues related to tampering of data and mishandling of products during the exit transits. Our study addresses these challenges by leveraging …
Published in International Journal of Distributed Computing and Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 29–34 Read article
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Development of a Blockchain Technology Framework for Agri-food Supply Chain Management
Abstract: Supply chain management involves effectively managing the movement of goods and services all the way from their origin as raw materials to their delivery to the final consumer. It involves all the steps involved in transforming, transporting, and delivering products to meet customer demand. In agri-food supply chain management, producers, distributors, and consumers are demanding greater transparency in the food sector due to a rise in agricultural mislabeling and negligent …
Published in International Journal of Distributed Computing and Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 22–28 Read article
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Blockchain as the Bard of Securities Settlement: A New Way to Think About Trust, Speed, and Openness
Abstract: One of the most promising uses of blockchain technology in financial markets is to modernize securities settlement procedures. Centralized intermediaries, like clearing houses and custodians often cause delays, operational inefficiencies, and counterparty risk in traditional settlement systems. Blockchain, or distributed ledger technology (DLT), can completely change this infrastructure by making real-time, peer-to-peer settlement possible, increasing transparency, and making recordkeeping unchangeable. This article looks at the legal, regulatory, and operational effects …
Published in International Journal of Distributed Computing and Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 13–20 Read article
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A Study on Securing the Local Area Network with the Immutable Trust of Blockchain
Abstract: The contemporary Local Area Network (LAN) is the digital circulatory system of the modern enterprise, a vital yet perilously vulnerable ecosystem. Traditional security paradigms, built upon centralized authority models – firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and privileged administrators – increasingly resemble medieval castles in an age of artillery. They present a brittle single point of failure: compromise the center, and the entire kingdom falls. This paper proposes a radical architectural shift, …
Published in International Journal of Distributed Computing and Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 24–35 Read article
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Revolutionizing E-Voting with Blockchain: A Secure and Transparent Framework
Abstract: One of the biggest challenges facing contemporary democracies is guaranteeing the safety and openness of electoral procedures. Issues like voter fraud, tampering, and lack of transparency are common in traditional voting systems, whether they are electronic or paper-based, and they can erode public confidence. Blockchain technology, which provides a decentralized, transparent, and unchangeable electronic voting mechanism, has emerged as a viable remedy for these issues. This paper explores the implementation …
Published in International Journal of Embedded Systems and Emerging Technologies · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 23–36 Read article
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A Hybrid Approach to Secure Cloud Storage: Machine Learning and Blockchain Integration
Abstract: With the rapid adoption of cloud computing across industries, securing cloud storage has become a paramount concern for organizations that rely on cloud-based systems to manage sensitive data. Traditional security approaches often struggle with the complex and evolving nature of cyber threats, leading to vulnerabilities that malicious actors can exploit. In response to these challenges, this paper proposes a hybrid approach that integrates machine learning and blockchain technologies to create …
Published in International Journal of Distributed Computing and Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 35–47 Read article
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Fintech Innovations and Their Impact on Global Markets
Abstract: Financial technology (fintech) is revolutionizing the global financial sector by improving efficiency, inclusivity, and transparency. By integrating technology with financial services, fintech innovations, such as blockchain, artificial intelligence (AI), digital wallets, and peer-to-peer lending are challenging conventional systems. These advancements not only increase the accessibility of financial services for underserved communities but also provide unmatched convenience to consumers and businesses globally. Blockchain, one of the most significant innovations, has transformed …
Published in International Journal of Software Computing and Testing · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Emerging trends and challenges in telecommunications: a review of 5G/6G, softwarization, edge intelligence, IoT security and enabling technologies
Abstract: Telecommunications research over the last decade has accelerated from the deployment and optimization of 5G to early explorations of 6G, driven by demands for extreme data rates, ubiquitous low-latency connectivity, massive device density and novel services such as extended reality (XR) and holographic communications. This review synthesizes recent developments across six interlocking technology areas: radio access and physical-layer advances (5G/6G), network softwarization (SDN/NFV), edge and cloud-native architectures, artificial intelligence for …
Published in International Journal of Telecommunications & Emerging Technologies · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 38–43 Read article
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A Comprehensive Review of AES-Integrated DWT Watermarking Techniques for Image and Video Authentication
Abstract: The exponential growth of digital media production, distribution, and online sharing has intensified the need for reliable mechanisms that ensure image and video authenticity. With the rise of advanced editing tools and deepfake technologies, safeguarding multimedia content from tampering, unauthorized replication, or malicious manipulation has become a critical research challenge. Traditional cryptographic solutions provide confidentiality but fail to maintain post-decryption integrity, whereas watermarking techniques ensure persistent ownership verification but often …
Published in International Journal of Embedded Systems and Emerging Technologies · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Combating Deepfakes and AI-Generated Misinformation: Towards a Digital Likeness and Integrity Framework for India
Abstract: The real struggle is to distinguish what is real and what is fake in the communication of the hyper-digitalized age, in which AI and generative technologies significantly impact the field of communication. The change in the creation and consumption of information has come with the deepfake AI-generated fake media that can imitate a human in voice, image, and video. However, on the one hand, generative models such as Generative Adversarial …
Published in International Journal of Digital Communication and Analog Signals · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–20 Read article
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A Critical Study of Virtualization Technologies for Design of Web 3.0 Applications
Abstract: Web 3.0 represents a paradigm shift toward decentralized, user-centric internet applications built on blockchain technology, semantic web principles, and distributed systems. Virtualization technologies play a crucial role in enabling the infrastructure, scalability, and resource management required for Web 3.0 applications. This review article critically examines the intersection of virtualization technologies and Web 3.0 application design, exploring how containerization, virtual machines, serverless computing, and network virtualization facilitate decentralized architectures. We analyze …
Published in International Journal of Distributed Computing and Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 6–12 Read article
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African Swine Fever: The Silent Pandemic Affecting Global Swine Industry
Abstract: Background: African Swine Fever (ASF) is a highly contagious and fatal viral disease caused by the ASF virus (ASFV) of the Asfarviridae family, affecting domestic pigs and wild boars. First identified in Kenya in 1921, ASF has spread globally, severely impacting the pork industry and causing significant financial losses. The virus transmits rapidly through direct or indirect contact, with arthropod vectors, wildlife reservoirs, and contaminated animal products playing key roles …
Published in International Journal of Animal Biotechnology and Applications · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 6–18 Read article
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Analyzing Applications and Risks of IoT in Education: A Comprehensive Approach
Abstract: By promoting student involvement, increasing administrative effectiveness, and developing intelligent learning environments, the Internet of Things (IoT) is revolutionizing the education industry. Smart classrooms, interactive whiteboards, and real-time attendance systems are just a few examples of IoT-powered gadgets that are enhancing accessibility and customization in education. The potential impact that IOT can have on various industries is huge, including the education industry. IoT (internet of things) can be said as …
Published in International Journal of Broadband Cellular Communication · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 20–28 Read article
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Exploring Next-Generation NetworkingArchitectures for IOT innovation
Abstract: Industrial evolution has been brought by the Internet of Things (IoT) which is connectivity of trillions of devices which makes smart systems and how humans and machines communicate easy. But as IoT expands even more the era of wired and wireless networking has been overtaken with issues such as latency, energy and security risk. This paper examines the emerging Internet technologies such as edge computing, 5G, SDN, and block chain …
Published in International Journal of Telecommunications & Emerging Technologies · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 Read article
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A Comprehensive Review of Smart Parking Systems: Technologies, Challenges, and Future Directions
Abstract: Abstract Smart Parking Systems (SPS) are gaining significant attention as a critical solution to address the growing concerns of urban congestion, inefficient use of parking spaces, and environmental sustainability. This paper presents a comprehensive review of SPS, focusing on the key technologies, challenges, and future directions. We explore the integration of advanced technologies, such as the Internet of Things (IoT), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and sensor networks in …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 1–13 Read article