Acknowledgement

Although this book appears under the name of two authors, the production

of any book involves valued contribution from a number of persons in its

publication. The genesis of a book of this sort is to be found, in activities far

earlier than the publisher’s invitation to write a book on it. It was our

Academic – Industry interaction, the Innovation Council(s) at universities

and the delivery of courses/ workshops/ seminars in Blockchain to the

Engineering / Technology / Management / Business Administration /

Computer Applications Students/ Faculty Members for their skill

development and industry readiness, which interested us in the field and

with the research done by us over a period of time looking at the businesses

world over, made us decide on writing a book on Blockchain.

In the coming years, new technologies, global economics, and many other

factors will present innumerable changes for business and society to

navigate. Starting now, leaders need to be more flexible, responsive, and

decisive than ever before.

In order to survive, flourish, succeed, and win, businesses need to look

ahead. It is this endeavor and obj ective with which we would like to serve

our readers through this book. Thanks to all our Students / Faculty members

of Engineering, Technology, Management, Business Administration,

Computer Applications for providing us an equally innovative training -

learning experience.

We would like to thank our publishers, the BPB Publications team, for the

valuable support provided throughout the entire process. The ceaseless

cooperation by the team is greatly acknowledged. They are wonderful to

work with!

The final tribute and appreciation, however is reserved for our families

without whose support, co-operation, and understanding, this would not

have been possible. Their inspiration and love has been instrumental in

providing us the necessary support all through our professional careers.

We sincerely hope that this book on Blockchain Basics will meet the

desired demands of all our valued readers.