Volume 16 , Issue 1 , PP: 151-161, 2025 | Cite this article as | XML | Html | PDF | Full Length Article
Rasha Hani Salman 1 * , Hala Bahjat Abdul Wahab 2
Doi: https://doi.org/10.54216/JCIM.160112
Blockchain technology provides reliable data storage and secures transactions, however, is not suitable for devices with low resources because of its high computational and resource requirements. As quantum computing develops, it poses concerns regarding a cryptographic integrity of blockchain, making them more vulnerable to attacks. Blockchain technology is being used to enhance security and performance. The application of the post-quantum Ascon algorithm in a blockchain setting is presented in this paper. The Ascon hashing algorithm offers a lightweight, efficient architecture for resource-constrained applications, including mobile devices or Internet of Things-based blockchains. By providing high-speed hashing, authentication features, and defense against quantum attacks, it enhances performance and guarantees strong security without putting a strain on network infrastructure. The experimental results show using the Ascon algorithm in a blockchain environment is successful in reducing resource usage and execution time and significantly increasing randomness and unpredictability. Post-quantum Ascon algorithms overcome the drawbacks of traditional technologies and ensure that blockchain systems continue to withstand the new risks posed by quantum computing while increasing overall efficiency
Lightweight Blockchain , Merkle tree , post-quantum algorithms , Metric measure , Ascon
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