Chapter 8 Of Blockchain Revolution By Tapscott

N Chapter 8 Ofblockchain Revolution Tapscott Tapscott 2019 Discus

N Chapter 8 of Blockchain Revolution, Tapscott & Tapscott (2019) discuss potential adoption and utilization of blockchain by government bodies and agencies. The assignment this week will be to complete a Journal entry. A Journal is similar to a diary or a log as it records the detailed accounts, thoughts, experiences, etc. of the writer. This is not a research paper or an initial post for a Discussion Forum. For this assignment you will record a Journal entry that will cover the topics provided below.

Each of these questions/topics should cover your own understanding of the course reading material. Each of the section should reflect a substantive paragraph thoroughly covering the questions/topics. The purpose of this assignment is to record your own thoughts on these questions and topics; not to repeat the information provided within the course reading material. Therefore, APA citations and referencing is not needed but information from the course material should have some recognition such as “According to Tapscott & Tapscott.. or …“as mentioned in Blockchain Revolution. Keep your entries single spaced.

Indent each paragraph. The assignment is looking for your thoughts based on the weekly reading and a quick internet search. The topics for the Journal entry this week: In your own words, explain one of the ways that blockchain can be utilized by a government body as presented in Blockchain Revolution. Complete a quick internet search and identify how a government has adopted blockchain and what was the purpose of this adoption. Provide your own thought on how a government body (city, county, state, nation) could utilize blockchain. Why should they adopt for this specific process and what are the benefits? Are there any drawbacks? Remember to provide a substantive paragraph for each of these questions/topics utilizing the information you learned in the weekly reading and covering the topic/question fully.

Paper For Above instruction

Blockchain technology offers transformative potential for government operations, particularly in enhancing transparency, security, and efficiency. According to Tapscott & Tapscott in their book Blockchain Revolution, one of the key ways governments can utilize blockchain is in the management of public records and identity verification. By implementing blockchain-based systems for maintaining land registries, voter identities, or public records, governments can create tamper-proof and easily accessible record-keeping infrastructures. This can significantly reduce corruption, fraud, and bureaucratic delays. For instance, Estonia has adopted blockchain technology to secure various government data, including healthcare records and government documents. The purpose of their blockchain adoption was to enhance cybersecurity, improve transparency, and streamline administrative processes. The deployment of blockchain in Estonia has resulted in more efficient service delivery, with increased trust from citizens in the government's handling of sensitive data.

In my own view, a government at any level—be it city, county, or national—could leverage blockchain to revolutionize voting systems. Implementing blockchain-based voting platforms could mitigate issues related to electoral fraud, vote tampering, and lack of transparency. By providing a secure, transparent, and accessible voting process, blockchain can bolster democratic processes and increase voter confidence. The benefits of this approach include improved election security, reduced costs associated with managing elections, and enhanced trust among the electorate. However, drawbacks such as the need for technological infrastructure, potential cybersecurity vulnerabilities, and the digital divide must be considered. Nevertheless, the adoption of blockchain for voting holds the promise of making elections more transparent, efficient, and resilient against manipulation, reinforcing the democratic process while addressing some longstanding concerns about electoral integrity.

References

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  • Estonian e-Residency. (2021). How Estonia is transforming government with blockchain. https://e-residency.gov.ee
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  • World Economic Forum. (2020). Digital transformation of government: Blockchain's role. https://www.weforum.org/reports/digital-transformation-government
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