Publications

Publications by António Pinto

2025

Blockchain-Assisted Device as a Service (DaaS)

Authors
Tavares, MC; Mendonca, RP; Meneses, D; Santos, A; Pinto, A;

Publication
BLOCKCHAIN AND APPLICATIONS, 6TH INTERNATIONAL CONGRESS

Abstract
The paradigm of Device as a Service (DaaS) is one where devices are used as part of a service, with the user having no ownership over them. A centralised, web-based approach can be envisioned to support such a business model, but such lacks transparency, availability, and global scalability. A blockchain-based solution is proposed to support such a business model. The concept of a blockchain-assisted DaaS is novel and, by using smart contracts to support key interactions between relevant entities, marks a shift in device ownership, management, and revenue generation.

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