Blockchain: more than records – application and advantages and disadvantages
The term blockchain means “chain of blocks,” in which the blocks represent individual data records that are stored one after another. The result is a chain of data records. In principle, it is nothing more than a large database, where an original block represents the beginning. Subsequent or new data blocks are always added chronologically after their verification and confirmation. In practice, it shows the history of the data records. It is a distributed database, meaning that each participant user of the blockchain system stores a complete copy of the blockchain on their computer. It is usually used in relation to financial transactions, but it should not be limited to a single type of information, as accounting or backups of music, texts, or photos can also benefit from blockchain.
Examples of blockchain applications
Probably the most well-known application example of blockchain technology are cryptocurrencies such as Ethereum and Bitcoin. However, the buying and selling of digital currencies is only one area of application, as blockchain technology is also suitable for many different processes in companies, for example:
- Logistics: proof of deliveries and tracking of packages
- Insurance: processing of claims
- Finance: fast, secure, and cost-effective execution of financial transactions
- Industry: smart contracts
Advantages and disadvantages for companies
In addition to the great potential for companies, blockchain technology also offers some risks.
Advantages: security, speed, and traceability
First of all, we have listed some advantages here:
- Documentation of the transaction
- Traceability of the different processes
- Possibility to modify data only with the consent of all participants in the network
- Security
- Transcription speed
Disadvantages: Manipulation, energy consumption and transparency
As already mentioned, there are both risks and advantages:
- Existing risk of manipulation and division of a network
- High energy consumption due to the high computing power
- Too high transparency
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