Blockchain Technology in Smart Cities

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Authors: R. Ravinder Reddy, M. Venkata Krishna Reddy, Ravi Uyyala, C. Madan Kumar, Y. C. A. Padmanabha Reddy
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Abstract

Smart cities are rapidly developing and reshaping urban landscapes via the use of innovative technology to enhance sustainability, governance, and quality of life. Smart cities are made possible in large part by blockchain technology, which is known for its decentralized, transparent, and secure architecture. Combining blockchain technology with other cutting-edge advancements like the IoT, AI, and Big Data allows cities to improve citizen involvement, build resilient infrastructure systems, and eliminate traditional inefficiencies. The involvement of security breaches in the sensitive data of the smart cities make more vulnerable, to overcome these drawbacks blockchain mechanisms improves more security to the sensitive data of the citizens in the smart city. In this piece, we'll take a look at where blockchain technology stands in the smart city space right now, as well as its uses, disadvantages, and potential future uses.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Blockchain Technology Applications and Security Smart Cities and Technologies Blockchain Technology in Education and Learning

Publication details

Journal / source
CRC Press eBooks
Pages
320–332
Publication date
16 March 2026
Language
EN
Document type
Book chapter