Presentation Slides
Presentation Slides
Slide 2: Overview
• Blockchain Structure:
◦ Blocks: Contains transaction data.
◦ Chain: Blocks are linked together in a linear sequence.
• Consensus Mechanisms:
◦ Proof of Work (PoW): Miners solve complex puzzles to validate
transactions.
◦ Proof of Stake (PoS): Validators are chosen based on the amount of
cryptocurrency they hold.
• Smart Contracts: Self-executing contracts with the terms directly written into code.
• Cryptocurrencies:
◦ Bitcoin: The first and most well-known cryptocurrency.
◦ Ethereum: Supports smart contracts and decentralized applications.
• Supply Chain Management: Enhances transparency and traceability.
• Healthcare Records: Secure and share patient data efficiently.
• Voting Systems: Provides secure and transparent voting mechanisms.
• Benefits:
◦ Enhanced Security: Resistant to tampering and fraud.
◦ Reduced Costs: Eliminates intermediaries, reducing transaction costs.
◦ Increased Efficiency: Faster transactions and streamlined processes.
• Challenges:
◦ Scalability: Handling a large number of transactions can be difficult.
◦ Energy Consumption: PoW requires significant computational power.
◦ Regulatory Issues: Lack of clear regulations in many regions.
• Emerging Trends:
◦ DeFi (Decentralized Finance): Financial services using blockchain.
◦ NFTs (Non-Fungible Tokens): Unique digital assets representing ownership.
• Potential Impacts:
◦ Finance: Revolutionizing banking and payments.
◦ Healthcare: Improving data management and patient care.
◦ Supply Chain: Enhancing transparency and efficiency.
• Conclusion and Q&A: Summarize key points and open the floor for questions.
Slide 7: References