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Blockchain in Oil and Gas Industry

Shell are leaders in this area. Blockchain initiatives can attract oil and gas companies

because of their substantial variations. Blockchain technology implementation in the

petroleum and gas industry will reduce transaction expenses and enhance account­

ability. It is expected that the network will shift into a more sophisticated blockchain

and cross-connect with other blockchains, resulting in an enhanced hybrid consen­

sus mechanism and even architecture to make it simpler to handle. Based on the fact

that so many major players have already taken the lead in this sector, we can reason­

ably conclude that it’s here to stay.

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