Rise of Blockchains

Nir Kshetri, Charles A. Hayes Distinguished Professor, Bryan School of Business and Economics, The University of North Carolina—Greensboro, USA

• Contents: PART I BLOCKCHAIN AND ORGANIZATIONAL TRANSFORMATION 1. Blockchain basic: Definitions, key concepts and characteristics 2. Impacts on organizational forms, business models and strategies 3. Combining with other technologies to amplify blockchain’s value creation 4. Supply chain management 5. Security, privacy and compliance 6. Payment and settlement systems PART II OPPORTUNITIES, CHALLENGES, IMPLICATIONS AND THE WAY FORWARD 7. Opportunities, barriers, and enablers of blockchain adoption in organizations 8. Discussion, conclusion, and recommendations Index

‘This book is both a fantastic introduction to the fundamental concepts of blockchains and a unique discussion of the business models impacted by the blockchain. Kshetri provides an excellent sketch of the debate over using distributed ledgers to demonstrate business trustworthiness. The business cases Kshetri provides perfectly demonstrate the value offered by technology that uses strong cryptographic tools. One of the book’s best and most unique contributions is in its chapter on the synergies between artificial intelligence and the blockchain. The case studies from health care and other data-intensive industries offer invaluable details on data ownership management, privacy, data lineage management, and shared governance for users of blockchain and AI technologies. Kshetri also discusses emerging disruptive technologies, like the Metaverse, Web 3.0, and the Internet of Things. This is one of the best books on the subject and an excellent guide for readers of all levels.’