Description
Quantum blockchain uses the power of quantum computing to solve issues like security and scalability that traditional blockchains face. With its ability to handle large data sets and solve complex problems much faster, it can greatly improve transaction speeds, security, and efficiency.
This book begins by explaining the basics of blockchain technology, including its history, platforms, and features. It further covers the cryptographic techniques that keep blockchain secure, like encryption and hash functions. The book also explains smart contracts, agreements coded directly into the software, and how they work in Bitcoin and Ethereum. Additionally, this book guides you through enterprise blockchain platforms like IBM Blockchain, Hyperledger, Quorum, and R3 Corda, highlighting their components and real-world use cases. This book also includes quantum computing, its principles, and how it poses security challenges for blockchain. Finally, it touches on post-quantum cryptography and the idea of quantum blockchain, exploring their potential to enhance security and efficiency in the future.
By the end of this book, you will have a solid understanding of the principles and potential of quantum blockchain. Further, you will be equipped with the knowledge to evaluate the impact of quantum computing on blockchain technology and its future applications.
Key Features
● Understand the basics and advanced quantum blockchain applications.
● Learn about enterprise Blockchain platforms, such as IBM Blockchain Platform, Hyperledger, Quorum, R3 Corda, and Enterprise Ethereum.
● Dedicated practical sections on Smart Contract, Web3, and dApps Development.
● Converge blockchain security and quantum computing, and see how both merge into the quantum blockchain.
What you will learn
● Understand the key concepts, platform types, and their unique features.
● Learn about the journey of blockchain from its early versions to advanced iterations.
● Discover the potential and importance of quantum blockchain and its resistance to traditional vulnerabilities.
● Real-world applications with usage in areas like land registry and international trade.
● Cryptography fundamentals like encryption, digital signatures, and how they protect blockchain transactions.
Who this book is for
This book is perfect for blockchain and quantum computing enthusiasts, cryptocurrency developers, enterprise professionals, cybersecurity experts, researchers, and tech entrepreneurs. It provides valuable insights for both beginners and advanced learners in these fields.
Table of Contents
1. Introduction to Quantum Blockchain
2. Cryptography and Protocols Behind Blockchain
3. Smart Contract in Bitcoin
4. Smart Contract in Ethereum
5. Enterprise Blockchain Platform - I
6. Enterprise Blockchain Platform - II
7. Blockchain Security Issues
8. Introduction to Quantum Computing
9. Quantum Algorithms
10. Quantum Blockchain
APPENDIX 1: Model Test Paper – 1
APPENDIX 2: Model Test Paper – 2
APPENDIX 3: Model Test Paper – 3
APPENDIX 4: List of Experiments
APPENDIX 5: References
Dr. Mahendra Kumar Shrivas, a seasoned professional, Associate Professor at the School of Computer Science, University of Petroleum and Energy Studies (UPES), specializes in the development of next-generation solutions for defense and other sectors through quantum and deep technologies.
Dr. Kamal Kant Hiran, with over 20 years of global experience in academia and research, is a distinguished academician currently associated with Sir Padampat Singhania University, Udaipur, India.
