DOI: 10.53136/97912599424328
Pages: 107-126
Publication date: October 2021
Publisher: Aracne
Beyond the aspects underlying the use and standardization of cryptocurrencies, blockchain
technology is perceived as a true revolution through its application in a multitude of strategic sectors.
The operation of this disruptive technology, defined by its decentralized, distributed, transparent and secure
nature, leads us to consider the viability of its application in urban areas, in line with the principles that govern
the development of smart cities.
This article will try to provide an overview of the operation of blockchain technology and its application to
strategic sectors linked to the operation of cities, to assess and analyze the implications, benefits and critical
points related to its incorporation as a tool for decentralized urban management and smart.