On Blockchains: The Hype, the Technology, and Potential Applications for the Department of Defense
Abstract
Blockchains particularly, the cryptocurrencies they enable rank among the most-hyped technologies of the 21st century, but their potential uses range far beyond crypto. Blockchains provide a means of securely recording data that ensures the data's confidentiality, integrity, and availability essential characteristics of a modern, secure system that can provide immense value to the Department of Defense (DoD). This paper attempts to cut through the hype around blockchains and looks at them as a foundational technology that may affect how DoD operates now and in the future.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 2024
- Accession Number
- AD1230967
Entities
People
- Michelle G. Albert
- Steven P. Wartik
Organizations
- Institute for Defense Analyses