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Unlocking the Power of

Blockchain Technology

Blockchain technology is revolutionizing industries worldwide, from finance to


healthcare. Discover how blockchain works and its real-world applications.

S by Supriyo Mudi
What is Blockchain Technology?

The Basics Cryptocurrency Decentralization

Blockchain is a distributed ledger that Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies use Blockchain is decentralized and
enables secure, transparent transactions blockchain technology to enable peer- immutable, making it resistant to
without the need for intermediaries. to-peer transactions without banks or fraud, hacking, and corruption.
financial institutions.
How Blockchain Works
1 2 3

Distributed Network Consensus Block Validation

Transactions are validated and stored Nodes on the network reach consensus Valid transactions are grouped into
on a network of computers connected on the validity of each transaction block chains, which are validated and
through a shared ledger. through complex algorithms. added to the ledger.
Applications of Blockchain

Supply Chain Management Voting Systems Smart Contracts Digital Identity Verification

Blockchain enables end-to-end tracking of Blockchain can ensure the integrity of voting Blockchain can be used to create self-executing Blockchain can create secure, decentralized
goods, reducing fraud and increasing systems, reducing the risk of fraud and contracts, reducing the need for intermediaries identity verification systems, reducing the risk of
transparency. increasing voter confidence. and increasing efficiency. identity theft.
Challenges and Limitations
1 Scalability 2 Interoperability

Blockchain currently has There is currently a lack of


limited scalability due to its interoperability between
high computational different blockchain
requirements. protocols, limiting their
effectiveness.

3 Regulation

The lack of regulation in the blockchain industry increases the risk of


fraud and misuse.
The Future of Blockchain Technology
Greater Adoption Improved Scalability Increased Interoperability
Blockchain is becoming more widely New blockchain protocols are being
adopted across industries, with more use developed that offer greater scalability Efforts are underway to improve
cases and investment opportunities and faster transaction speeds. interoperability between different
emerging. blockchain protocols, allowing for greater
efficiency and better collaboration.
Impact of Blockchain on Industries

Finance Blockchain is disrupting the finance industry by enabling faster,


more secure transactions and reducing the need for
intermediaries.

Healthcare Blockchain has the potential to revolutionize healthcare by


enabling secure, transparent sharing of patient records and
reducing fraud.

Real Estate Blockchain can reduce fraud and streamline the buying process
by enabling transparent tracking of property ownership.
Conclusion and Key Takeaways

The Power of Blockchain Challenges Ahead The Future is Bright

Blockchain technology has the power While blockchain has significant Despite these challenges, the future of
to revolutionize industries worldwide, potential, there are still challenges to blockchain looks bright, with greater
from finance to healthcare. overcome, including scalability and adoption and innovation on the
interoperability. horizon.

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