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Leveraging IPFS for Secure, Distributed Blockchain Data Infrastructure and Enhanced Security Sandy Setiawan; Muchlisina Madani; Sondang Visiana S; Elisa Ananda Natalia; Khairunnisa, Novita; Kristina Vaher
Blockchain Frontier Technology Vol. 5 No. 1 (2025): Blockchain Frontier Technology
Publisher : IAIC Bangun Bangsa

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.34306/bfront.v5i1.826

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In an increasingly digital world, where centralized storage systems dominate and censorship risks are growing, the InterPlanetary File System (IPFS) has emerged as a promising decentralized data storage solution. This research aims to evaluate the potential and challenges of implementing IPFS, using a descriptive qualitative approach that includes both a comprehensive literature review and technical simulations. The literature review highlights IPFS’s advantages, particularly in areas such as data integrity, resistance to censorship, and efficient content distribution. However, it also identifies key challenges, such as high latency and the dependency on node availability. To further investigate these issues, technical simulations were conducted using a private IPFS network, testing file access latency under different network conditions. The results indicate that the fastest average latency occurs when all nodes are active, at 150 ms, while the highest latency is observed when files are accessed through a public gateway, with an average of 540 ms. These findings demonstrate that IPFS has substantial potential to create a more open, decentralized digital ecosystem that resists centralized control. However, for large-scale adoption to be feasible, significant improvements in infrastructure, particularly node availability and latency management, are required to fully support IPFS’s widespread implementation.
Decentralized Storage in Smart City Data Infrastructure SWOT Analysis Nuraeni, Rani; Elisa Ananda Natalia; Chua Toh Hua; Nanda Septiani; Ipang Sasono
Blockchain Frontier Technology Vol. 5 No. 2 (2026): Blockchain Frontier Technology
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The rapid growth of data volume and complexity in modern urban environments has created a critical need for storage systems that are secure, scalable, and resilient. This background emphasizes the urgency of adaptive data infrastructure to support smart city development. This study aims to provide a comprehensive SWOT analysis of decentralized storage in strengthening smart city data infrastructure. A qualitative descriptive-analytical approach is employed, using systematic literature review and document analysis to identify key internal and external strategic factors. The findings reveal key strengths, including enhanced data security, high resilience, and scalability. However, weaknesses such as implementation complexity, latency issues, and dependency on network stability are also noted. Opportunities lie in the integration with Internet of Things (IoT) ecosystems, growing public awareness of data privacy, and emerging collaborative economic models. Meanwhile, threats include regulatory ambiguity, lack of standardization, and evolving cybersecurity risks. This study contributes a strategic framework to assist policymakers, urban planners, and technology stakeholders in integrating decentralized storage systems into smart city architectures. In alignment with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly Goal 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities) and Goal 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure), the research highlights the importance of secure, inclusive, and adaptive digital infrastructure in advancing sustainable urban development.