Future Trends in Blockchain-Based Notarization: From Proof of Existence to Full Document Validation

Abstract

This study examines the promise of blockchain notarization to enhance document validation, security, and efficiency and address challenges like scalability, privacy, and regulatory ambiguity. Emerging technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI), quantum-resistant cryptography, Zero-Knowledge Proofs (ZKPs), and smart contracts are outlined as principal solutions to the same. AI promotes fraud detection and compliance, quantum-resistant cryptography insulates blockchain against quantum computing attacks, and ZKPs are privacy without compromise on transparency. Smart contracts automate workflows, promoting efficiency across a wide range of industries. Regulatory concerns and scalability remain. Hybrid blockchain architectures, advanced cryptographic protocols, and evolution of global regulatory standards are advised by the study to bridge the challenges and leverage the full capability of blockchain notarization to achieve mass use.