Strategies for Improving Passive Defense with a Blockchain Approach: Culture Promotion, Infrastructure Development and Cross-Sector Cooperation

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Assistant Prof., Shahid Sattari Aeronautical University of Science and Technology, Tehran,Iran

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Background & Purpose: This article examines the role of blockchain technology in passive defense and how to increase the resilience of critical infrastructure against cyber, military and natural threats. Blockchain, as a decentralized and secure technology, has many capabilities in maintaining critical information and crisis management. Based on this, in this research, the identification and prioritization of unarmed strategies and measures in the use of blockchain with a passive defense approach will be done in order to increase deterrence, reduce vulnerability and improve crisis management in the event of any threat.
Methodology: In this research, a mixed research method including the use of both qualitative and quantitative methods was used. At first, using interviews and an environmental analysis questionnaire, challenges, opportunities, strengths and weaknesses related to blockchain in the field of passive defense were identified. These questionnaires were distributed among 48 experts of the country in the fields related to passive defense and the reliability of the questionnaires was confirmed with Cronbach's alpha coefficient of 0.84. Finally, the proposed strategies were evaluated and prioritized using quantitative strategic planning matrix.
Findings: Based on data analysis, promoting the culture of using blockchain in passive defense was determined as the first priority. This strategy emphasizes on informing and training governmental and non-governmental institutions and encouraging the widespread use of blockchain in crisis management. Also, investing in the development of blockchain infrastructure and improving blockchain protocols were also identified among the key strategies. The results showed that in order to take full advantage of blockchain technology in passive defense, there is a need for interdepartmental cooperation, formulation of clear policies and targeted investments in the development of this technology. These measures can help reduce vulnerabilities and increase the resilience of critical infrastructure against threats and accelerate crisis management.
Conclusion: The use of blockchain technology in the field of passive defense can create a fundamental change in improving security and reducing the vulnerability of critical infrastructure. The key features of blockchain, such as transparency, decentralization and immutability of data, enable the creation of secure systems that are resistant to intrusion, destruction or manipulation. The use of this technology in sensitive information management, supply chain tracking, and secure communications can dramatically increase the efficiency and resilience of defense systems.

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