A bibliometric and content analysis discourse on business application of blockchain technology

Abstract

Purpose The article aims to provide a bibliometric and content analysis of the business application of blockchain technology. Design/methodology/approach Bibliometric analysis and content analysis were undertaken to accomplish the stated objectives of the study. Findings The results revealed publication and country collaboration trends, declining, emerging, and niche research areas, the topmost influential articles, authors, and most relevant journals. Originality/value As researchers have been myopic towards some mainstream research agendas studying the specific contexts of blockchain applications, this research believes a holistic approach to understanding blockchain technology's versatility to disrupt different business processes across a myriad of industries is lacking. In addition, to strengthen the research's conclusions, a content analysis of the most significant articles is conducted as part of the study.