2 papers
physics.soc-ph2018
Smart Network Field Theory: The Technophysics of Blockchain and Deep Learning
Melanie Swan, Renato P. dos Santos
The aim of this paper is to propose a theoretical construct, smart network field theory, for the characterization, monitoring, and control of smart network systems. Smart network s…
cs.CR2018
PoW, PoS, & Hybrid protocols: A Matter of Complexity?
Renato P. dos Santos, Melanie Swan
In a previous paper, it was discussed whether Bitcoin and/or its blockchain could be considered a complex system and, if so, whether a chaotic one, a positive response raising conc…