Two required features of a data monetization platform are query and retrieval of the metadata of the resources to be monetized. Centralized platforms rely on the maturity of traditional NoSQL database systems to support ...

In the context of E-learning platforms, the amount of research focusing on access control is proliferating. However, research related to the decentralized access control in this field is scarce. To improve such area of ...

Door locks connected to the internet, also known as smart locks, offer more convenience and security to control access to a place if compared to conventional locks that use physical keys or with those that use keypads. For ...

Data sharing practices are much needed to strike a balance between user privacy, user experience, and profit. Different parties collect user data, for example, companies offering apps, social networking sites, and others, ...

Workplace harassment can have serious negative consequences for both the victim and the employer. However, many victims choose not to report harassment to their companies and victims who decide to make a formal complaint ...

Event ticketing systems are facing challenges of preventing ticket forgery and scalping while assuring privacy protection and information transparency. To alleviate these issues, this thesis presents a hybrid blockchain-based ...

In this work, a Researcher Network, which is designed for creating data trust in resource-sharing for academic communities, has been built on a “hybrid” blockchain architecture featuring the synergistic coupling of Hyperledger ...