Towards Secure and Transparent Elections: A Review of Electronic Voting Integrated with Blockchain Technology

Abstract

Abstract: This paper provides an in-depth examination of the integration of blockchain technology with electronic voting (evoting) systems, aimed at ensuring the security and transparency of electoral processes. While prior research predominantly focused on the technical aspects of e-voting, recent efforts have acknowledged the intricate socio-technical dynamics at play. Drawing on conceptualizations and principles that view e-voting as complex socio-technical frameworks, this paper explores avenues for enhancing accessibility, efficiency, and integrity. Blockchain technology emerges as a transformative solution, offering cryptographic assurances to address vulnerabilities like data manipulation and centralization. Through blockchain integration, e-voting systems can uphold crucial principles such as verifiability, anonymity, fairness, and transparency, thus fostering trust in electoral procedures. The proposed systems leverage cryptographic techniques and smart contracts to protect voter anonymity, ensure data integrity, and enable end-to-end verification. Furthermore, the paper advocates for decentralized architectures to mitigate risks associated with centralized databases. By emphasizing the pivotal role of blockchain technology, this paper contributes to the advancement of e-voting systems towards secure and transparent elections.