Blockchain Enabled AI for Transparency and Operational Efficiency in Digital Business Ecosystems

Erika Erika; Umi Rusilowati; Asher Nuche

doi:10.34306/ajri.v8i1.1610

Authors

Erika Erika STIE Professional Management College https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2696-3839
Umi Rusilowati Pamulang University https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7134-532X
Asher Nuche Ijiis Incorporation https://orcid.org/0009-0001-1431-2270

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.34306/ajri.v8i1.1610

Keywords:

Blockchain, Artificial Intelligence, Digital Business Ecosystems, Transparency, Systematic Literature Review

Abstract

The rapid advancement of digital technologies has encouraged organizations to integrate emerging innovations to improve business performance, transparency, and operational efficiency. Among these technologies, blockchain and Artificial Intelligence (AI) have gained significant attention due to their complementary capabilities. Blockchain provides decentralized, transparent, and secure data management, while AI enables intelligent decision making through advanced data analytics. The integration of these technologies offers substantial opportunities for transforming digital business ecosystems. This study aims to systematically examine the role of blockchain enabled artificial intelligence in enhancing transparency and operational efficiency within digital business environments, as well as identifying key benefits, challenges, and future research directions. A Systematic Literature Review (SLR) approach was employed by analyzing peer reviewed articles published between 2020 and 2025. Relevant studies were collected from major academic databases using predefined inclusion and exclusion criteria. The selected literature was then synthesized and categorized based on application domains, technological contributions, and business outcomes. The findings indicate that the integration of blockchain and AI significantly improves business transparency through immutable record keeping, traceability, and secure data sharing. Furthermore, AI driven analytics combined with blockchain infrastructure enhances operational efficiency by automating business processes, optimizing resource allocation, improving supply chain visibility, and supporting real time decision making. The review also reveals challenges related to scalability, interoperability, data privacy, implementation costs, and regulatory compliance. Blockchain enabled AI represents a transformative approach for modern digital business ecosystems by strengthening transparency, security, and operational performance, while providing future research opportunities for sustainable and intelligent business innovation.

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