Blockchain for IoT

* * * Blockchain for IoT provides the basic concepts of Blockchain technology and its applications to varied domains catering to socio-technical fields. It also introduces intelligent Blockchain platforms by way of infusing elements of computational intelligence into Blockchain technology. With the help of an interdisciplinary approach, it includes insights into real-life IoT applications to enable the readers to assimilate the concepts with ease. This book provides a balanced approach between theoretical understanding and practical applications. Features: * A self-contained approach to integrating the principles of Blockchain with elements of computational intelligence * A rich and novel foundation of Blockchain technology with reference to the internet of things conjoined with the tenets of artificial intelligence in yielding intelligent Blockchain platforms * Elucidates essential background, concepts, definitions, and theories thereby putting forward a complete treatment on the subject * Information presented in an accessible way for research students of computer science and information technology, as well as software professionals who can inherit the much-needed developmental ideas to boost up their computing knowledge on distributed platforms This book is aimed primarily at undergraduates, postgraduates, and researchers studying Blockchain.