Blockchain and tourism: Paradoxes,misconceptions,and a research roadmap

Abstract

A brief discussion of several paradoxes and misunderstandings regarding blockchain and how tourism researchers can get started. By abstracting from technological specifications and focusing on the core characteristics of blockchain, researchers can create meaningful frameworks, models, and theories that enable incremental research and provide value for the industry.

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blockchain distributed ledger technology research roadmap tourism research token economy

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