Academic and Business Impacts of User Experience in Web 3.0

Jean-Éric Pelet

In today's dynamic digital landscape, there's no denying the crucial role that user experience (UX) plays in shaping customer perceptions and driving organizational success. However, many businesses need help understanding and implementing effective UX strategies, leading to user frustration and missed growth opportunities. This challenge is compounded by the increasing demand for speed, convenience, and sustainability in online interactions, requiring innovative approaches to design and operation. Academic and Business Impacts of User Experience in Web 3.0 offers a comprehensive solution grounded in theoretical frameworks and empirical insights. The book equips professionals and researchers with the tools needed to enhance user satisfaction and drive business success by providing a deep understanding of UX at different levels of the information and knowledge society. From e-learning technologies to urban logistics systems, our book explores the strategic role of UX. It offers practical guidance for optimizing design, management, and operation.

• Format: Hardback
• ISBN: 9798369329733
• Publication Date: Sep 2024
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Developing Digital Inclusion Through Globalization and Digitalization

Elsadig Musa Ahmed

The nexus between globalization and digitalization presents unprecedented opportunities and complex challenges in today's rapidly evolving digital landscape. As the world becomes increasingly interconnected, there is a pressing need to understand how these forces interact to shape our economies, societies, and environment. However, existing knowledge gaps hinder our ability to harness their full potential for sustainable development. Developing Digital Inclusion Through Globalization and Digitalization addresses this critical issue by comprehensively analyzing the relationship between globalization and digitalization. This book serves as a roadmap for policymakers, industry leaders, academics, and international organizations seeking to navigate the complexities of the digital age and leverage globalization and digitalization for sustainable development.

• Format: Hardback
• ISBN: 9798369341117
• Publication Date: Aug 2024
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Cases on Security, Safety, and Risk Management

Aleksandra Zając

In the landscape of security, safety, and risk management, businesses grapple with challenges that extend beyond traditional financial considerations. The identification, analysis, and control of risks are pivotal elements for a business's sustainability, yet a comprehensive understanding of these components remains elusive. Stakeholders, including students, scholars, and practitioners, yearn for a resource that not only highlights the timeliness of risk management. Cases on Security, Safety, and Risk Management is the ideal resource for businesses navigating the complex landscape of risk. It positions security and safety as integral components of successful business practices. The prevailing notion that security is merely peripheral to business operations needs to be reshaped. The challenge lies in bridging this knowledge gap and offering insights that address the intricacies of risk management, fostering a paradigm shift in how businesses approach security and safety concerns. Businesses need a comprehensive exploration that goes beyond financial considerations, encompassing the identification, analysis, evaluation, mitigation, and control of risks that profoundly impact their survival and prosperity.

• Format: Hardback
• ISBN: 9798369326756
• Publication Date: Jun 2024
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Innovations in Blockchain-Powered Intelligence and Cognitive Internet of Things (CIoT)

Adarsh Garg

Embark on a transformative journey into the intricate realm of Cognitive Internet of Things (CIoT) with the groundbreaking Innovations in Blockchain-Powered Intelligence and Cognitive Internet of Things (CIoT) . As CIoT emerges as a technological force, seamlessly marrying the Internet of Things (IoT) with cognitive computing techniques, it unveils a world of possibilities and challenges. While CIoT propels industries towards greater intelligence with applications like smart traffic detection and automatic drone surveillance, it harbors concealed threats, particularly vulnerabilities in data integrity. Malicious data can compromise Machine Learning (ML) models, leading to catastrophic consequences for real-time applications. This book stands as a pioneering solution, meticulously delving into the intersection of CIoT, blockchain, and AI-enabled data analytics to fortify the security of CIoT systems. The primary objective of Innovations in Blockchain-Powered Intelligence and Cognitive Internet of Things (CIoT) , is to arm researchers and practitioners with insights into developing AI-enabled cognitive IoT, safeguarded against malicious attacks through the ingenious application of blockchain technology. By tackling the challenges and emerging issues surrounding CIoT-based solutions, this book offers a comprehensive guide to optimizing security, scalability, and sustainability in various industry sectors. Whether you're an academician, researcher, or professional navigating the dynamic landscape of AI/ML and blockchain, this book serves as a beacon for those seeking innovative solutions to fortify CIoT against evolving threats and challenges.

• Format: Hardback
• ISBN: 9798369321577
• Publication Date: May 2024
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Risk Assessment and Countermeasures for Cybersecurity

Almaiah

The relentless growth of cyber threats poses an escalating challenge to our global community. The current landscape of cyber threats demands a proactive approach to cybersecurity, as the consequences of lapses in digital defense reverberate across industries and societies. From data breaches to sophisticated malware attacks, the vulnerabilities in our interconnected systems are glaring. As we stand at the precipice of a digital revolution, the need for a comprehensive understanding of cybersecurity risks and effective countermeasures has never been more pressing. Risk Assessment and Countermeasures for Cybersecurity is a book that clarifies many of these challenges in the realm of cybersecurity. It systematically navigates the web of security challenges, addressing issues that range from cybersecurity risk assessment to the deployment of the latest security countermeasures. As it confronts the threats lurking in the digital shadows, this book stands as a catalyst for change, encouraging academic scholars, researchers, and cybersecurity professionals to collectively fortify the foundations of our digital world.

• Format: Hardback
• ISBN: 9798369326916
• Publication Date: May 2024
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Creating and Sustaining an Information Governance Program

Kris Helge

We live in an era defined by data proliferation and digital transformation, and the effective management of information has become a concern for organizations across the globe. Creating and Sustaining an Information Governance Program is a comprehensive academic guide that delves into the intricate realm of Information Governance (IG), focusing on the key components and strategies essential for establishing and perpetuating a robust IG program. This book elucidates the intricacies of establishing and nurturing an information governance program, and it equips readers with the knowledge and tools to navigate the challenges and opportunities inherent in this endeavor. It delves into the cultural shifts, communication strategies, and training methods necessary for success. It emphasizes the vital importance of collaboration across organizational silos, the cultivation of administrative support, securing appropriate funding, and educating stakeholders on the purpose and benefits of an IG program. This book is ideal for individuals across academia, corporate sectors, government agencies, and for-profit and not-for-profit organizations. Its insights are universally applicable, spanning industries such as law firms, general corporate environments, government entities, educational institutions, and businesses of all sizes. Creating and Sustaining an Information Governance Program guides organizations of all stripes toward effective information governance, compliance, and risk mitigation in a data-centric world.

• Format: Hardback
• ISBN: 9798369304723
• Publication Date: May 2024
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Scalable Modeling and Efficient Management of IoT Applications

Rajput

Experts continue to struggle with developing methods to effectively navigate the intricate landscape of the Internet of Things (IoT). As the IoT landscape continues to expand and influence various industries, from healthcare to smart cities and beyond, scholars often find themselves facing an absence of comprehensive guidance in navigating this evolving technological landscape. The challenges are multifaceted and include the need for intelligent modeling techniques, the intricacies of managing IoT applications, and the relentless pace of technological advancements. This issue of staying well-informed and equipped to address these challenges demands an insightful solution. To tackle these challenges, Scalable Modeling and Efficient Management of IoT Applications emerges as a valuable resource, offering a multitude of effective solutions to address these concerns. This is a book that was meticulously crafted to empower scholars with the knowledge and tools they need. By tackling the scarcity of guidance on intelligent modeling techniques, the book equips readers with a profound understanding of the fundamental concepts, algorithms, and methodologies crucial for designing and managing intelligent IoT systems.

• Format: Hardback
• ISBN: 9798369316863
• Publication Date: May 2024
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Semantic Web Technologies and Applications in Artificial Intelligence of Things

Ortiz-Rodriguez

The confluence of Artificial Intelligence of Things (AIoT) and Semantic Web technologies is nothing short of revolutionary. The profound impact of this synergy extends far beyond the realms of industry, research, and society; it shapes the very fabric of our future. Semantic Web Technologies and Applications in Artificial Intelligence of Things is a meticulously crafted reference that not only acknowledges this significance but also serves as a guide for those navigating the complexities of Industry 4.0 and AIoT. This curated compendium of cutting-edge technologies acts as a veritable knowledge base for future developments. As academics, scholars, and industry professionals, the ideal audience of this book, will find meticulously curated content that caters to their diverse interests and expertise, covering topics ranging from smart agriculture, manufacturing, industry, health sciences, and government. Seasoned academics, students, and visionary industry leaders, will find this book to be an indispensable guide that paves the way for innovation and progress.

• Format: Hardback
• ISBN: 9798369314876
• Publication Date: May 2024
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Safeguarding Financial Data in the Digital Age

Farah Naz

Despite advancements in cybersecurity measures, the financial sector continues to grapple with data breaches, fraud, and privacy concerns. Traditional security measures are often insufficient to combat sophisticated cyber threats, leading to financial losses, reputational damage, and regulatory non-compliance. Moreover, the rapid pace of technological change makes it challenging for organizations to keep up with emerging threats and implement effective data protection strategies. This calls for a proactive and multidisciplinary approach to address financial data security's complex and evolving landscape. Safeguarding Financial Data in the Digital Age offers a timely and comprehensive solution to the challenges faced by the financial sector in securing sensitive information. By bringing together insights from finance, cybersecurity, and technology, this book provides a holistic understanding of the threats and opportunities in financial data security. It equips academics, industry professionals, policymakers, and students with the knowledge and tools needed to enhance financial data protection measures through detailed analyses, case studies, and practical recommendations. By fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange, this book serves as a valuable resource for shaping the future of financial data security in the digital age.

• Format: Hardback
• ISBN: 9798369336335
• Publication Date: May 2024
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High Performance Privacy Preserving AI

Jayavanth Shenoy

Intended for researchers in academia and R&D engineers in industry, this book explains how advances in three areas—AI, privacy-preserving techniques, and acceleration—allow us to achieve the dream of high performance privacy-preserving AI

• Format: Hardback
• ISBN: 9781638283447
• Publication Date: Apr 2024
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The Technology Coordinator's Handbook

Max Frazier

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• ISBN: 9781564849830
• Publication Date: Apr 2024
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Analyzing Current Digital Healthcare Trends Using Social Networks

Sukanta Kumar Baral

In the world of digital healthcare, a critical issue looms large, demanding the immediate attention of academic scholars. The convergence of developing medical technologies, innovative digital solutions, and intricate healthcare structures has set the stage for a seismic transformation. However, the understanding of this evolving landscape remains inadequate, and the urgency to decipher these intricacies has never been more pressing. As we witness the rapid expansion of mobile-based digital healthcare, a fundamental problem becomes evident – a lack of comprehensive research on the industry's structure and dynamics. This gaping void in knowledge is the challenge that Analyzing Current Digital Healthcare Trends Using Social Networks undertakes with groundbreaking academic rigor. This book is a key resolution to this overarching problem, and it is meticulously designed to serve academic scholars seeking to unravel the intricacies of the digital healthcare ecosystem. By delving deep into the web of stakeholders, industry-specific challenges, and regulatory frameworks, it provides a comprehensive analysis that is long overdue. Extensive use of research articles, case studies, and empirical evidence serves as a compass to navigate the complexities of digital healthcare. The ultimate goal is to empower academic scholars with knowledge, bridging the gap between theory and practice.

• Format: Hardback
• ISBN: 9798369319345
• Publication Date: Apr 2024
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Comparative Analysis of Digital Consciousness and Human Consciousness

Remya Lathabhavan

In today's digital age, the rapid advancement of AI and digital technologies has led to the emergence of digital consciousness, blurring the lines between human and machine thinking. At the same time, these technologies offer unprecedented convenience and efficiency but pose significant challenges. Individuals are increasingly facing issues such as stress, anxiety, and technology addiction, impacting their overall well-being and decision-making processes. The dichotomy between digital consciousness and human consciousness raises critical questions about how we can navigate these challenges in a rapidly evolving technological landscape. To address these pressing concerns, Comparative Analysis of Digital Consciousness and Human Consciousness: Bridging the Divide in AI Discourse offers a comprehensive exploration of the impacts of digital consciousness on human well-being and decision-making. This book delves into the paradoxes and challenges posed by the coexistence of digital and human consciousness, providing insights from psychological perspectives, practitioner experiences, and academic research. By offering a nuanced understanding of these concepts, we aim to equip readers with the knowledge and tools needed to manage the implications of digital consciousness in their personal and professional lives.

• Format: Hardback
• ISBN: 9798369320150
• Publication Date: Apr 2024
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Multisector Insights in Healthcare, Social Sciences, Society, and Technology

Burrell

Due to a variety of global challenges in recent times, the dissolution of traditional boundaries between academic disciplines has given rise to a pressing need for innovative problem-solving. Complex issues affect our societies, spanning healthcare, social sciences, organizational behavior, and technology. This shifting landscape necessitates a comprehensive exploration into the interconnections between these diverse fields. The book, Multisector Insights in Healthcare, Social Sciences, Society, and Technology , is an innovative guide that seeks to examine the relationships between various fields of knowledge. It celebrates the transformative impact of applied research and interdisciplinary collaboration as the driving force behind overcoming the most significant challenges of our time. As the boundaries between disciplines blur, the book takes readers on a journey through multifaceted issues at the intersection of healthcare, social sciences, organizational behavior, and technology. Chapters within this book unravel the complexities of healthcare ethics, global health initiatives, organizational dynamics, and technological advancements. Through literature reviews, qualitative and quantitative studies, and real-world case analyses, the compendium not only identifies the problems but also offers concrete, evidence-backed solutions. This interdisciplinary approach underscores the need to address the pressing challenges of our time, emphasizing the need for collaborative strategies to drive positive change.

• Format: Hardback
• ISBN: 9798369332269
• Publication Date: Mar 2024
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Principles of Internet Technologies

Hamza Zubair

• Format: Paperback
• ISBN: 9781774697900
• Publication Date: Mar 2024
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Examining the Rapid Advance of Digital Technology in Africa

Lloyd G. Adu Amoah

There are essential questions surrounding Africa's digitalization journey, including whether or not the continent can truly serve as the last frontier for socio-economic transformation through digital innovation. An examination of countries such as Ghana, Kenya, Senegal, and Rwanda, which are actively pursuing digitalization, may provide some answers. To evaluate the potential implications, both real and potential, that arise from this focused pursuit, a critical analysis is necessary. Scrutiny of digital infrastructure by companies like Huawei, the emergence of artificial intelligence, and the advent of quantum computing will open new pathways to understanding and establishing promising approaches to the advancement of this region. Examining the Rapid Advance of Digital Technology in Africa offers a comprehensive exploration of the transformative power of digitalization in Africa and its implications for the continent's socio-economic development. It engages with the field of science and technology studies, linking it with socio-economic impacts and transformation, to track, analyze, understand, and critique Africa's contributions to digitalization. The chapters cover a wide range of themes, including ICTs and the business environment, education, healthcare, creative industries, media, culture, tourism, agriculture, ecology, artificial intelligence, blockchain and cryptocurrency revolution, algorithmic governance, the quantum age, and urbanization. This book is a must-read for researchers, scholars, investors, and policymakers who are interested in Africa's digital transformation, as it offers valuable insights into the latest empirical and theoretical aspects shaping the continent's ongoing digitalization.

• Format: Hardback
• ISBN: 9781668499627
• Publication Date: Mar 2024
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Decentralizing the Online Experience With Web3 Technologies

Dina Darwish

The internet has undergone a remarkable metamorphosis since its inception. From the static web of the early days (Web 1.0) to the interactive and social web (Web 2.0), and now to the decentralized, intelligent, and immersive web (Web3), the evolution has been nothing short of astounding. This radical transformation has ushered in a new era in the digital realm, one that promises to reshape how we learn, communicate, transact, and interact with the world. Decentralizing the Online Experience with Web3 Technologies offers an exploration of the Web3 era, a transformative phase in the evolution of the internet. Beginning with the foundational understanding of Web3's core concepts, technologies, and tools, readers embark on a journey through the driving forces fueling its growth. The book demystifies blockchain technology, elucidating its basics and the practicalities of wallets and transactions. It delves into the world of cryptocurrencies, particularly Ethereum, and explores the disruptive potential of Decentralized Finance (DeFi). This knowledge empowers a diverse audience, from students to professionals and researchers across information technology, business, education, media, social sciences, and humanities.

• Format: Hardback
• ISBN: 9798369315323
• Publication Date: Mar 2024
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Driving Decentralization and Disruption With Digital Technologies

Verma

Amid an unprecedented digital revolution, our society grapples with profound challenges, from the upheaval of traditional global systems to the ethical implications of technology's inexorable advance. As academic scholars seek a comprehensive understanding of this dynamic environment, Driving Decentralization and Disruption With Digital Technologies emerges as a beacon of insight. This compelling book confronts the intricate issues spawned by decentralization, de-globalization, and the transformative power of digital technologies, providing a roadmap for traversing the complexities of our digitally connected world. The book starts by unraveling the disruptive forces at play, shedding light on the threats posed to existing hierarchies and the potential consequences for disadvantaged groups. Digital disintermediation, driven by platforms and peer-to-peer networks, shakes the foundations of traditional economic systems, leaving banks and markets in flux. As global relationships redefine themselves in the face of decentralized markets, supply chains, and economic ties, scholars grapple with the profound implications for the future.

• Format: Hardback
• ISBN: 9798369332535
• Publication Date: Mar 2024
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Improving Security, Privacy, and Connectivity Among Telemedicine Platforms

Nuno Geada

The digital transformation of the health sector consistently presents unique challenges. As technologies like artificial intelligence, big data, and telemedicine rapidly evolve, healthcare systems need to keep up with advancements and data protection. This rapid evolution, compounded by the complexities of managing patient data and ensuring cybersecurity, creates a daunting task for healthcare providers and policymakers. The COVID-19 pandemic has also highlighted the urgent need for digital solutions, amplifying the pressure on an already strained sector. Improving Security, Privacy, and Connectivity Among Telemedicine Platforms is a comprehensive guide to navigating the digital revolution in healthcare. It offers insights into identifying vital digital technologies and understanding their impact on the Health Value Chain. Through an analysis of empirical evidence, this book provides a roadmap for effectively managing change, transition, and digital value creation in healthcare. With a focus on business sustainability, change management, and cybersecurity, it equips scholars, researchers, and practitioners with the tools needed to thrive in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

• Format: Hardback
• ISBN: 9798369321416
• Publication Date: Mar 2024
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Digital Technologies, Ethics, and Decentralization in the Digital Era

Verma

Digital disintermediation, or the elimination of "middle-men" in a traditional market setting, has had profound effects on global economies. The rise of peer-to-peer networks and decentralized marketplaces has also led to some market destabilization, and the discussion on data sovereignty and privacy challenges raises concerns surrounding business in the digital age. Digital Technologies as Drivers of Decentralization and Deglobalization is a research-based book which boldly tackles a myriad of ethical dilemmas, including bias, privacy, and inclusivity, and advocates for a future where digital access is fair and equitable. Academic scholars and industry professionals will embark on an enlightening journey through the digital revolution's transformative power. This book delves into the very core of digital technologies, shedding light on their role as catalysts for decentralization and de-globalization. Readers will gain invaluable insights into how these technologies disrupt established systems, paving the way for innovative alternatives. The exploration of blockchain and decentralized finance shines a light on how individuals and communities can harness technology to empower themselves, reshaping the dynamics of power in an increasingly interconnected world.

• Format: Hardback
• ISBN: 9798369317624
• Publication Date: Mar 2024
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