Definition ∞ Embedded systems are specialized computer systems designed to perform dedicated functions within a larger mechanical or electronic system. These systems are typically optimized for specific tasks, often with real-time constraints and limited resources, and are found in various devices from consumer electronics to industrial machinery. While not inherently crypto-related, embedded systems can interact with blockchain technology by acting as secure hardware wallets, IoT devices reporting data to decentralized ledgers, or components in secure transaction verification. They bridge the physical world with digital record-keeping.
Context ∞ News sometimes covers the integration of embedded systems with blockchain for secure hardware solutions in digital asset management or for verifiable data collection in supply chains and IoT networks. Discussions may address the security challenges and computational limitations of running cryptographic operations on resource-constrained devices. Future developments involve creating more efficient cryptographic primitives suitable for embedded environments and developing standardized protocols for secure communication between these systems and decentralized networks.
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