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Blockchain Technology for Digital Preservation in Libraries: Case Studies and Scalability Challenges

Authors
M. Hema Sundara Rao1, *, G. Siva Prasad2
1Research Scholar (UGC-JRF), Department of Library and Information Science, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam, India
2Professor, Department of Library and Information Science, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam, 530003, India
*Corresponding author. Email: hemasundarmandala@gmail.com
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M. Hema Sundara Rao
Available Online 15 May 2025.
DOI
10.2991/978-94-6463-712-0_9How to use a DOI?
Keywords
Blockchain Technology; Digital Archives; Libraries; Case Studies; Pilot Projects; Media Lab
Abstract

Blockchain technology offers promising solutions for the digital preservation of library records, ensuring digital objects’ authenticity, integrity, and provenance. This paper explores the use of blockchain in various pilot projects and case studies from institutions like the UK National Archives, MIT Media Lab, and the Internet Archive. It highlights the effectiveness and challenges in scalability, energy consumption, and cost these projects faced. Through these case studies, the paper assesses blockchain’s potential for large-scale digital preservation and outlines future research directions to overcome existing barriers.

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Volume Title
Proceedings of the International Conference on Marching Beyond the Libraries (ICMBL): Leadership, Creativity, and Innovation (ICMBL 2024)
Series
Advances in Economics, Business and Management Research
Publication Date
15 May 2025
ISBN
978-94-6463-712-0
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2352-5428
DOI
10.2991/978-94-6463-712-0_9How to use a DOI?
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© 2025 The Author(s)
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