Blockchain e sua utilidade no comércio internacional

Abstract

Currently, emerging technological innovations in various sectors of society are highly relevant to the business world. With globalization and technological advancement, companies operating in the international market must adopt technological solutions to ensure the competitiveness of their services and products. One such technology is Blockchain, which can be widely applied to solve daily problems and provide significant benefits in the context of international trade. In light of this, the objective of this study was to analyze the current application of Blockchain, with a particular focus on International Trade. The research aims to answer the central question: "How does the use of Blockchain contribute to international trade?" This research was conducted through an exploratory approach, utilizing qualitative data to analyze the application of this technology in foreign trade. The results obtained through the review of articles reveal both the benefits, such as security and process optimization, and the challenges, such as the high initial costs of implementing Blockchain. Moreover, the study highlights challenges related to scalability and integration with traditional financial systems, concluding that, although promising, the technology still requires adaptations to achieve efficient and sustainable implementation in international trade.[resumo fornecido pelo autor]