Essays about: "Consensus mechanisms"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 43 essays containing the words Consensus mechanisms.

  1. 1. Blockchains and Smart Contracts for Cryptocurrency : An Analysis of Their Functionality and Performance

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för elektroteknik och datavetenskap (EECS)

    Author : Oussama Safi; Melik Atabeyli; [2023]
    Keywords : Smart Contracts; Blockchains; Cryptocurrency; Digital assets; Consensus mechanisms; Smarta Kontrakt; Blockkedjor; Kryptovaluta; Digitala tillgångar; Konsensus mekanismer;

    Abstract : Smart contracts are self-executing electronic contracts. Amongst its deployed applications in the digital world is providing a decentralized and transparent method for executing transactions of cryptocurrencies on blockchains. READ MORE

  3. 2. Analyzing the risk of Maladaptation: Implications for adaptation projects among development agencies

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Avdelningen för Riskhantering och Samhällssäkerhet

    Author : Bikram Sedhai; [2023]
    Keywords : Climate Change Adaptation; Maladaptation; Non-Governmental Organizations; Transformational Adaptation; International aid; Social Sciences; Earth and Environmental Sciences;

    Abstract : The need for climate change adaptation is widely acknowledged and adaptation projects around the world are proliferating. Despite being one of the key actors for the implementation of adaptation projects, significant knowledge gaps persist regarding the potential maladaptive outcomes of such projects for international non-governmental organizations. READ MORE

  4. 3. What Difference Does It Make? : Comparative Panel Data Analysis of the Relationship Between CSR Initiatives and Board Composition in Sweden and the United States

    University essay from Umeå universitet/Handelshögskolan vid Umeå universitet (USBE); Umeå universitet/Företagsekonomi

    Author : Kristina Björling; Viktor Hansson; [2023]
    Keywords : CSR; ESG; Corporate Governance; Gender Diversity; Board Independence; CEO Duality; Inclusion; Board Compositions; Agency Theory; Resource Dependence Theory; Critical Mass Theory; Hofstede’s National Cultural Theory.;

    Abstract : More companies have responded to the call for action, increasing their attention to the 17 Sustainable Development Goals. Corporate governance structures have proven to have an effect on how well companies are able to facilitate a sustainable trajectory, all influenced by values and norms. READ MORE

  5. 4. Contract Models for Increased Total Value Creation in Combat Aircraft Programs : A Case Study of Saab AB Aeronautics and FMV

    University essay from Linköpings universitet/Institutionen för ekonomisk och industriell utveckling

    Author : Daniel Ingeson; Jonas Englund; [2023]
    Keywords : contract models; complex projects; defence projects; combat aircraft programs; defence industry; value creation; co-creation of value;

    Abstract : Combat aircraft programs between a manufacturer and government are critical for both parties, asit involves significant costs, lengthy development times, and high risks. If successful, suchprograms can result in improved defense capabilities for the government and financial gains forthe manufacturer. READ MORE

  6. 5. The Compatibility of Citizenship Re-conceptualization and Civic Integration Mechanisms with John Rawls’ Political Liberalism in a Scandinavian Context

    University essay from Malmö universitet/Institutionen för globala politiska studier (GPS)

    Author : Florentine Elise Urbach; [2023]
    Keywords : Citizenship; Political Liberalism; John Rawls; Civic Integration; Scandinavia;

    Abstract : The thesis revolves around the transformation of liberal citizenship to a higher degree of conditionality in the face of pluralist challenges revolving around achieving a shared common good. John Rawls’ Political Liberalism serves as the theoretical foundation for the argumentative analysis conducted, utilizing specific civic integration policies of Sweden and Denmark. READ MORE