International Journal of Science, Engineering and TechnologyAuthors: Mammu’an Titus Alams, Godwin A. Thomas, Stephen Mallo Jr, David E. Ogwuche, Betty T. Dimka
Abstract: In many critical sectors such as finance, healthcare, and supply-chain management, data security is important because data breaches or errors can cause severe damage. Blockchain technology promises that data cannot be altered or deleted once recorded making it free from forgery or unauthorized modifications. This is in contrast to traditional databases that allow data to be changed or removed without any trace which could result in potentially integrity problems. Unlike conventional centralized databases which are typically prone to manipulation, blockchain uses cryptographic algorithms where each block in the blockchain is directly linked with cryptographic algorithms making it impossible for anyone to change the records without being detected thereby ensuring that stored information is highly reliable. While there are obstacles such as scalability as well as energy consumption, blockchain has features unique that position it as a transformative technology to secure and ensure the integrity of stored records. Especially in decentralized, distributed, and untrusted environments, blockchain technologies present qualifying characteristics that allow it to uphold the authenticity and integrity of data in different applications. This paper explores the prospects of integrating Blockchain into database technologies to enhance their ability to maintain data integrity and validity. The research employs a comparative analysis of the traditional databases and blockchain approaches to data integrity to output the findings in terms of their strengths and limitations.
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