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Author Kshetri, Nir, author.

Title Blockchain in the Global South : opportunities and challenges for businesses and societies / Nir Kshetri
Published Cham, Switzerland : Palgrave Macmillan, [2023]

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Description 1 online resource (xi, 172 pages) : illustrations (some color)
Series Palgrave pivot
Palgrave pivot.
Contents Blockchain in the Global South: Key Issues and Current Status -- Political and Administrative Consequences -- Facilitation of Entrepreneurial Activities -- Blockchains with Chinese Characteristics -- Blockchain in the Mineral and Metal Industry -- Discussion, Conclusion and Recommendations
Summary "This book discusses the unique and unusual characteristics of the blockchain and the industries and markets affected by this technology in the Global South. Its main objectives are to 1) provide a comprehensive review of economic, health, social, political, entrepreneurial, and environmental impacts of blockchain, 2) present evidence from countries, industries, and firms to broaden the understanding of the contexts, mechanisms, and outcomes associated with blockchain projects, and 3) analyze the enablers and opportunities that can be tapped and barriers that may impede the implementation of blockchain projects in these economies.Given that in many way blockkchain has a much higher value proposition for economies in the Global South than for their counterparts in the more developed Global North, it has the potential to make up for the lack of effective formal institutions -- rules, laws, regulations, and their enforcement -- as well as improve administrative aspects, such as maintenance of standards, monitoring and compliance. This work fills a gap in scholarly research and will appeal to researchers interested in the potential of blockchain to boost entrepreneurship, reshape governance, improve supply chain efficiency, and curb corruption in emerging economies" -- Provided by publisher
Bibliography Includes bibliographical references and index
Notes Description based on online resource; title from digital title page (viewed on August 22, 2023)
Subject Blockchains (Databases) -- Developing countries
Blockchains (Databases) -- Economic aspects -- Developing countries
Blockchains (Databases)
Economic history
Developing countries -- Economic conditions.
Developing countries
Genre/Form Electronic books
Form Electronic book
ISBN 3031339444
9783031339448