An Overview of Blockchain and 5G Networks

Moudoud, Hajar; Cherkaoui, Soumaya; Khoukhi, Lyes

doi:10.1007/978-3-030-77185-0_1

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“…Edge computing is rising, boosting real-time processing for IoT devices and reducing latency, while AI integration enables advanced decision-making and predictive analytics [54]. The deployment of high-speed 5G networks further empowers IoT applications [60], complemented by developing communication frameworks like blockchain-enabled architectures to ensure secure data exchange among IoT nodes [21]. However, navigating this landscape requires addressing challenges and seizing opportunities to shape the future of interconnected intelligent systems [21,54].…”

Section: Trends and Innovations In Blockchain And Iot Convergencementioning

confidence: 99%

Tides of Blockchain in IoT Cybersecurity

Ahakonye,

Nwakanma,

Kim

2024

Sensors

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This paper surveys the implementation of blockchain technology in cybersecurity in Internet of Things (IoT) networks, presenting a comprehensive framework that integrates blockchain technology with intrusion detection systems (IDS) to enhance IDS performance. This paper reviews articles from various domains, including AI, blockchain, IDS, IoT, and Industrial IoT (IIoT), to identify emerging trends and challenges in this field. An analysis of various approaches incorporating AI and blockchain demonstrates the potentiality of integrating AI and blockchain to transform IDS. This paper’s structure establishes the foundation for further investigation and provides a blueprint for the development of IDS that is accessible, scalable, transparent, immutable, and decentralized. A demonstration from case studies integrating AI and blockchain shows the viability of combining the duo to enhance performance. Despite the challenges posed by resource constraints and privacy concerns, it is notable that blockchain is the key to securing IoT networks and that continued innovation in this area is necessary. Further research into lightweight cryptography, efficient consensus mechanisms, and privacy-preserving techniques is needed to realize all of the potential of blockchain-powered cybersecurity in IoT.

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Section: Trends and Innovations In Blockchain And Iot Convergencementioning

confidence: 99%

Tides of Blockchain in IoT Cybersecurity

Ahakonye,

Nwakanma,

Kim

2024

Sensors

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“…Finally, a group of studies focused on data transmission through oracles and technologies, such as 5G and 6G. Although similar in the underlying idea, they show heterogeneous purposes [108], [124]- [127].…”

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Overview of Blockchain Oracle Research

Caldarelli¹

2022

Preprint

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Whereas the use of distributed ledger technologies has previously been limited to cryptocurrencies, other sectors—such as healthcare, supply chain, and finance—can now benefit from them because of bitcoin scripts and smart contracts. However, these applications rely on oracles to fetch data from the real world, which cannot reproduce the trustless environment provided by blockchain networks. Despite their crucial role, academic research on blockchain oracles is still in its infancy, with few contributions and a heterogeneous approach. This study undertakes a bibliometric analysis and aims to shed light on the institutions and authors that are actively contributing to the oracle literature, intending to promote progress and cooperation. On the one hand, although worldwide collaboration is still lacking, various authors and institutions are working in similar directions. On the other hand, most areas of research are scarcely explored, and others are even untouched.

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“…In so doing, they addressed the use of BC to securely record spectrum management information and the use of smart contracts to support complex service level agreements (SLAs) between network operators. Finally, in [31], the authors focused on the scalability and security issues of BC-enabled 5G systems. They proposed a secure, scalable, and lightweight blockchain architecture to meet the stringent requirements of 5G.…”

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Interplay between Physical Layer Security and Blockchain Technology for 5G and Beyond: A Comprehensive Survey

Ghourab¹,

Jaafar²,

Bariah³

et al. 2023

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Fifth-generation and beyond (5G and xG) wireless networks are envisioned to meet the requirements of various vertical applications that require higher traffic throughput, ultra-massive connectivity, extremely low latency, and high quality of service. Disruptive technologies, such as massive multiple-input multiple-output, millimeter wave, and multiple access are being deployed to meet these requirements. However, the deployment of these technologies poses several challenges, including the lack of network transparency, management decentralization, and reliability. In addition, the heterogeneity of these networks raises security concerns, particularly, confidentiality, privacy, and trustworthiness. Typically, networks rely on encryption techniques at higher layers to ensure security and privacy. However, due to the emergence of novel computing paradigms, such as quantum computing, traditional security approaches are no longer sufficient to protect over-the-air communications. Therefore, 5G/xG networks must consider smarter and more efficient security techniques to operate seamlessly and efficiently. Within this context, physical layer security (PLS) and blockchain represent promising solutions to complement existing methods. By exploiting the characteristics of wireless links, PLS can enhance the security of wireless communications, while blockchain can guarantee the decentralization, integrity, and trustworthiness of networks. Motivated by these technological advancements, this paper provides an in-depth review of the existing literature on PLS and blockchain. Then, for the first time, we present a framework for the integration of PLS with blockchain in 5G/xG systems. We begin by providing a thorough discussion about the potential of PLS and blockchain for 5G/xG systems. Next, we present our vision of a cross-layer architecture that leverages both PLS and blockchain in 5G/xG networks. Finally, we identify related challenges and open issues and shed light on future research directions.

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An Overview of Blockchain and 5G Networks

Cited by 14 publications

References 18 publications

Tides of Blockchain in IoT Cybersecurity

Tides of Blockchain in IoT Cybersecurity

Overview of Blockchain Oracle Research

Interplay between Physical Layer Security and Blockchain Technology for 5G and Beyond: A Comprehensive Survey

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