Opportunities and Risks in AI for Business Development

In recent years, the world has witnessed an explosion in the amount of digital data available via satellites and various communication channels. In light of the digitization revolution launched by highly efficient and low-priced devices, the volume of data available around the world has increased, which specialists refer to as the deluge of data called big data. Marketers have begun to develop ways to take advantage of the huge data collected to improve the marketing mechanism, that is, thinking about exploiting it. The main goal of this study is to create value for using the website, as the website can enhance the field of business performance.

This research conducts a comprehensive literature review to illuminate the latest research trajectories in the use of neuroscientific advancements in higher education, making a significant numerical contribution to this field. Firstly, previous literature review studies have focused on specific aspects of neuroeducation, such as preparing educators for neuroscience, ethical issues and the relationship between psychology and education, virtual and augmented reality technologies, neuromyths about learning and searching for changes in the neuroscientific literature; this study takes a broader view of neuroeducation, including aspects of the interaction between neuroscience and pedagogy, as well as the impact of neuroscience on learning strategies in higher education. Secondly, this study contributes to the current debate about neuroscience for educators and interdisciplinary fields by synthesizing and expanding existing knowledge in the field. In addition, a comprehensive review consisting of various bibliometric analysis tools prepared to examine the status of neuroscience research for educators and neuroeducation complements the quantitative findings with a qualitative review to expand knowledge of a deeper understanding of the implications for further research. The rest of this study is structured as follows: Sect. 2 offers a description of the purpose and main research questions; Sect. 3 offers a description of the methodology for the formation of the review; Sect. 4 discusses the results and conclusions, i.e. the theoretical basis of the research field, the trajectories of the field of neuroeducation, and promising research areas, and Sect. 5 summarizes this research.

This research investigates the influence of emotional factors on investment decision-making in Bursa Malaysia during the COVID-19 pandemic, with a focus on Malaysia’s market sentiments. Utilizing big data and advanced machine learning techniques, the study employs sentiment analysis to extract emotional cues from online news. The methodology integrates the use of Python for data analysis, feature selection, and Natural Language Processing (NLP), with a particular emphasis on sentiment analysis models like Finance Bidirectional Encoded Representations from Transformers (FinBERT). This approach allows for an in-depth examination of how investor emotions especially retail investor, as reflected in digital discourse, correlate with stock market trends. The findings of this study reveal a significant relationship between the sentiments of Malaysia’s market and the volatility of stock prices, especially during the pandemic’s peak. The application of sentiment analysis in this context provides a novel perspective on forecasting stock market behaviour, highlighting the often-overlooked psychological elements in financial decision-making. The results demonstrate the potential of sentiment analysis as a tool in understanding market dynamics, particularly in turbulent times.

TikTok is one of the most active social media users in Indonesia. TikTok is one of the social media for carrying out environmental social movement campaigns. One of them is the Pandawara Group which invites the public to participate in protecting the environment through online media. This study aims to find out how the TikTok application can be used as a medium in spreading messages to audiences to protect their environment through Pandawara Group content. The method used in this study is a qualitative content analysis method. The results of this study indicate that TikTok's social media involvement can affect the effectiveness of environmental social movement campaigns. So, the current use of TikTok can be used to increase awareness of social issues, especially environmental issues more broadly by various parties.

This study examines the effects of Artificial Superintelligence (ASI) on user privacy in Bahrain, specifically focusing on the integration of smartphone mind-reading technology. Utilizing a qualitative case study approach, the study employs five focused group discussions with Bahraini university youth to address key questions related to students’ familiarity with mind-reading technology, their perceived level of privacy while using mobile phones, their attitudes toward human mind-reading technology, future expectations of mind-reading technology usage, and their attitudes towards the privacy paradox of this technology. The study discovered that participants demonstrated a considerable awareness of the existence of mind-reading technology through smartphones. However, it was observed that their understanding of the technical workings of this technology exhibited a decline. The study also uncovers participants’ perceptions of privacy while using their mobile phones, shedding light on their concerns and experiences, particularly with the factors of the privacy paradox model. The outcomes of this research contribute to a deeper understanding of the impacts of ASI on user privacy in the context of smartphone mind-reading technology in Bahrain. The findings offer valuable insights for policymakers, industry stakeholders, and researchers to navigate the ethical considerations and privacy concerns associated with the integration of mind-reading technology. By addressing the participants’ concerns and suggestions, this study aims to foster a balance between technological advancements and the protection of user privacy in the evolving landscape of ASI.

Companies face new challenges and corporate governance research has expanded to encompass more than just the internal dynamics and mechanisms between owners and managers. Nevertheless, there exist a scarcity of research that specifically examines the relationship between structure of CEO compensation and corporate payout policy, including both equity-based and debt-like compensation. This paper aimed to address this gap by investigating the influence of CEO compensation structure on corporate payout policy. The study focused on a subset of over 1,700 firms from the U.S. market. Regression analyses were employed to find the correlations between CEO compensation structure and corporate payout policy. Findings indicate that total CEO compensation has a positive influence on share repurchases as well as cash dividends. Furthermore, equity-based compensation is linked with increasing share buybacks. Additionally, corporate with more free cash flow and cash tend to pay share repurchases as well as cash dividends, whereas investment opportunities only have a positive impact on share repurchases. On the contrary, it was found that this debt-like compensation and company size have little influence on corporate payout policy. Study’s findings enhance our understanding of relationship between CEO compensation structure and corporate payout policy,

The main aim of this paper is to Meta-analyse the literature on the impact of employees’ working relations in creating, maintaining and retaining trust. It is, thereby, the central work of this paper to measure the impact of trust variables, namely social system elements (SSEs), factors of trustworthiness (FoTs) and third-party gossip (TPG) on employee trust at the Bahrain Olympic Committee (BOC). A meta-analysis was conducted, as it offers the ability to critically assess and statistically aggregate the findings of related investigations. From a theoretical perspective, social exchange theory (SET) was used as a mediator of the relationship between employee working relation (SEEs, FoTs and TPG) and trust. In this regard, meta-analysis focuses on the three SSEs namely; employee involvement (EI), organisational justice (OJ), and corporate social responsibility (CSR), and three FoTs (benevolence, integrity and ability). More than 100 studies from 1995 to 2021 were included in the meta-analysis, as two databases were used including Google Scholar and Scopus. The meta-analysis results revealed different perspectives that contributed to overall trust development in light of SSEs, FoTs and TPG relations. In addition, the results found that FoTs promotes interpersonal trust while SSEs encourage trust at the organisational level. As the FoTs reflects interpersonal trust, SSEs indicate the formation of trust at the organisational level, revealing the importance of policies and regulations in BOC. The results reached that, TPG can be considered as an undermining social factor of employee trust in BOC because its impact can create distrust that can adversely affect the productive behavior of employees. This paper is unique and distinctive as it brings all employee working relation variables (SSEs, FoTs, and TPG) together in a single study. The comprehensiveness of the coverage focusing on the impact of each of these variables and their interrelationships contributes more and clearer insights and knowledge in the study of employee trust and enriches the trust literature for researchers. Such findings enrich the trust literature that can prove beneficial to researchers and scholars in the field in terms of juxtaposing the type of trust.

Using information systems applications has drastically improved resource allocation efficiency, cut manufacturing costs, and increased demand and investment across all economic sectors. As a result, adopting information systems in developing countries is very important in the digital era to reduce the digital divide. This systematic literature review (SLR) seeks to identify the factors influencing the effective adoption and continued use of information systems applications in developing countries. The results identified the following factors: technology and infrastructure constraints, economic aspects, organizational aspects, environmental issues, social and cultural impediments, security and privacy issues, educational issues, and the system's usability. This review emphasizes the importance of a holistic and interdisciplinary approach to addressing the problems highlighted. As a result, it sets the path for future study, policy creation, and practical techniques to leverage the benefits of information systems to drive growth in these regions.

The hotel sector is known for its varied interpretations, with a primary emphasis on establishing inviting atmospheres through entertainment and comfort. This article examines the complex and diverse aspects of hospitality, namely in the restaurant industry. It investigates how digital menu design, menu item descriptions, and menu diversity influence consumer happiness. The success of hospitality businesses relies heavily on providing excellent service quality and ensuring customer satisfaction. In the hotel industry, the increasing number of clients require a range of accommodation choices and pricing systems to accommodate different preferences. Nevertheless, hotel restaurants frequently fail to meet expectations, leading institutions to delegate operations to specialist groups. Within this setting in particular, the significance of digital menu design, in conjunction with menu item description and assortment, becomes apparent as crucial elements that affect consumer pleasure. This review seeks to clarify the complex interaction between these factors and their consequences for improving the hospitality experience and achieving high customer satisfaction.

This paper investigates how transforming organizational approaches via Agile methodology impacts overall company performance. Specifically focusing on one prominent organization located within Muscat via qualitative research techniques such as interviews obtained data demonstrating Agile implementation impacts on said firm's operational outcomes. By providing actionable insights gained from our findings we aim to create a practical roadmap for other firms within Oman’s who are considering the adoption of Agile methods. These insights may also have public policy implications because promoting agile implementation may lead to increased economic development in Oman via the utilization of increased efficiency, innovation and customer satisfaction which in turn produces a competitive market favorable to growth. Lastly. This research may serve as a valuable tool for management within Omans’s organizations to successfully implement Agile transformations with better knowledge of the factors influencing such changes while effectively managing all related processes.

During COVID-19, special education schools and programs faced difficulties in taking classes for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Teaching these children through video calls and a lack of efficient e-learning platforms proved to be challenging for the children, their teachers and parents. ASD is a neurodevelopmental disorder affecting the language, cognition, motor skills and social interaction of a child at an early age and lasting throughout their lifetime. It affects approximately 1 in 100 children worldwide. A case study is conducted in a school for autistic children that included examining their routines, behaviour and learning patterns. The gaps from this study revealed the need for a technology-based intervention for holistic learning. Thus, this study leads to the development of an integrated framework—iFAREX, that is deployed in the form of a smartphone application for autistic children. The goal is to create a solid foundation for future educational and social success by creating a high quality online educational resource for ASD children that is reliable and trustworthy.

Jordan and other underdeveloped countries are still in the early phases of adopting AI technology. This paper presents a comprehensive model for AI adoption by combining unique, unexamined features with important components from previous studies. An analysis was conducted on data gathered from 113 decision-makers at different audit firms in Jordan in order to assess the suggested AI adoption model and identify the factors related to AI adoption. A number of variables, including data security, training, and compatibility, affected the decision to embrace AI. Furthermore, there is a favorable relationship between intention to adopt AI and auditors’ decision-making capabilities. These results provide insightful information for decision-makers hoping to encourage the use of AI in Jordanian businesses.

In the rapidly evolving landscape of Industry 4.0, this research focuses on the transformative potential of smart factories and digital twin technology, specifically emphasising their implications for small and mid-scale industries. Digital twins (DT) can potentially increase output, reduce expenses, and improve efficiency. They offer real-time analytics and monitoring benefits but also drawbacks, such as high maintenance costs and security issues. To overcome these challenges, the future DT technology must focus on robust security measures and widespread knowledge sharing. Additionally, this paper introduces Tutwin, an innovative app designed for user-friendly exploration of DT-based technologies. Positive outcomes from user testing of the app highlight its intuitive design and accessibility. Interviews and surveys conducted during the study revealed a growing awareness and appreciation for DT technology, especially within small-scale industries. The study concludes by emphasising the need for technological understanding and tailored education strategies to foster wide- spread acceptance and integration of DT innovations into manufacturing practices.

Successful management of project quality is essential for the execution of aviation projects in the aviation sector, which is crucial to guaranteeing safe and effective transportation. With a focus on how project quality management methods affect customer satisfaction, this research aims to investigate the effects of these practices specifically within the context of aviation projects in Oman. This study’s main goal is to learn more about the specific quality control and assurance practices used in Oman’s aviation projects and how they impact customer satisfaction. To improve customer satisfaction in aviation projects, it also aims to assess the efficacy and applicability of current quality management systems within this particular sector and make recommendations for prospective improvements.

Gender studies show distinct periods. In the 1970s, there was an initial acknowledgement of the plight of women. In the 1980s, the literature on the role of women in business focused on the identification of barriers. Increasing diversity, equity and inclusion was inhibited by factors explored in conceptual as well as empirical research. In the 1990s, this view and the available body of knowledge on such barriers became more sophisticated. In the early 2000s, research progressed from gender differences to dissimilarity and diversity. With the help of an in-depth literature review and empirical study, we aim to advance the gender debate within the larger context of diversity, equity, and inclusion and zoom in on learning versatility. Conceived as a study pursuing parallel test reliability, the article presents two studies, one focusing on BBA and one focusing on MBA students. As part of a quantitative study, we measured the learning versatility of male and female business students and its impact on learning outcomes. The study suggests enriching the gender debate in business studies with considerations of how flexible female and male students are in terms of their learning styles. This learning style versatility represents a useful treat in today's business schools with faculty members exposing students to different learning stimuli and testing across courses. Learning versatility also helps graduates in business environments characterized by rapid and fundamental changes. The study suggests that female graduates offer companies the advantage of better learning skills. This aspect extends the gender debate and can lay the foundation for further progress in terms of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Innovation and adaptability are essential in the dynamic area of design. A new paradigm in design education is proposed to provide aspiring designers with the abilities and mindset needed to achieve success. This strategy makes use of the flipped classroom concept to produce an educational experience that is user-centric in design. In this framework, students participate in pre-class learning activities that outline the fundamental ideas, theories, and design principles. They can study at their speed with the flexibility to pursue their interests across the design spectrum because of asynchronous learning. The emphasis in the classroom moves to practical, hands-on work, problem-solving, and group projects. In addition to having the ability to customise the course of study to their talents and interests, students take an active role in choosing and defining design projects. By ensuring that it aligns with their goals and aspirations, they help shape their learning journey. User feedback, design thinking concepts, and a wide variety of learning tools are all incorporated into this method. It encourages diversity, openness, and continuous development throughout the design education. This method turns students into imaginative, flexible, and empathic designers who are prepared to face the difficulties of the always-changing design industry by putting them at the centre of their learning experience.

Over recent years, global supply chains have faced an uncertain and extremely dynamic environment, making them more vulnerable to disruptions. To cope with the challenges imposed by this environment, supply chain members have been forced to change their operating modes, and render them more resilient. Digital transformation by implementing advanced technologies has been recognized as one of the cornerstones of this change. The Internet of Things (IoT) is one such technology that enables improved supply chain visibility contributing to increased resilience. The contribution of IoT to supply chain resilience reinforcement has been discussed in numerous papers. Our study seeks to visually map research at the nexus of IoT and supply chain resilience using a bibliometric approach with the aid of VOSviewer software. The findings show that this line of research has generated considerable scholarly attention, mainly since 2020, and has global coverage. Moreover, the keyword co-occurrence visualization highlights that the literature recognizes IoT as an essential component of Industry 4.0 technologies impacting favorably supply chain resilience, and it could be integrated with other advanced technologies, mainly blockchain technology, to give more benefits. The study could help scholars researching and publishing on the investigated topic, providing them with a visualized overview of the existing literature on it.

This study assesses the impact of the research outputs of higher education institutions (HEIs) on Oman’s private sector. A quantitative research approach has been adopted. The target population are faculty, students, university administrators, and private sector companies considered as key players in university-industry collaboration (UIC). There were 218 participants selected through the convenience sampling technique. Findings point to a moderate level of impact, highlighting the significance of factors such as development opportunities, business improvement, partnerships, entrepreneurship and human resource development. Spearman’s rank correlation confirms a positive and significant relationship between HEIs research outputs and knowledge transfer and expertise in the private sector. However, challenges persist in areas like competitiveness, market understanding and policy influence. Enhancing development opportunities, strengthening partnerships and collaboration, promoting entrepreneurship and human resource development and improving policy influence and market understanding are among the study’s recommendations, seeking to optimise the contribution of HEIs to economic diversification and technological advancement and fostering a more impactful and mutually beneficial relationship between the academia and the private sector in Oman.

The massive change in the world urges the need for countries and corporations to be involved in green innovation and develop a green economic system. The external force may have distinct impacts on the green innovation activities of corporations. This research assesses the influence of various types of pressures on corporate green innovation and examines the moderating roles of top management's environmental awareness. A China-based MNC was chosen to study in this research because of its strong innovative power and commitment to environmentally friendly solutions. The quantitative research method was applied, and the PLS-SEM approach was utilised for data analysis. The results found that policy pressure is the most important predictor of corporate green innovation in China, followed by competitor pressure. Top management’s environmental awareness only moderates the relationship between competitive pressure and corporate green innovation. This research is important as China is an important force in the global marketplace and has an immense impact on environmental sustainability. This research can enlighten policymakers about the effectiveness of promoting green innovation.

Despite more than five decades of research on patient dropout from therapy, obstacles in effective treatment delivery remain poorly understood. Methods to engage and retain clients within therapeutic settings are notably absent, with more than 67% of patients ending therapy before their tenth session. This study utilises an online survey involving eighty patients, along with semi-structured interviews with ten patients to shed light on the challenges in effectively addressing the complex nature of this problem. In light of the escalating prevalence of mental illnesses globally, with an estimated 450 million individuals facing mental health issues according to the World Health Organisation (WHO), it is important to understand and prevent treatment failures. This paper explores a collaborative care model in primary care settings, integrating bio-psychosocial therapies with complementary and alternative evidence-based treatments, along with cost effectiveness and affordability of interventions to maintain and improve patient outcomes.

Though beloved for its nostalgic charm, the traditional arcade industry is being taken over by mobile gaming and virtual reality due to outdated technology. Imagine if the conventional arcade system combines with the modern technology of chatbots in the form of a retro gaming console, the Gameboy. This research investigates Arcadio, a Gameboy-inspired chatbot that leverages conversational AI to modernise the arcade setting. This paper explores the conceptual system behind Arcadio’s design and focuses on streamlined payments, instant machine alerts, and multiplayer social interaction in arcades. Drawing on customer feedback, key industry challenges, and real-world implementation data, the research evaluates the effectiveness of Arcadio in rebranding the arcade industry and attracting a new generation of arcade enthusiasts, thereby improving the overall arcade and customer experience.

Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has been established as a prevalent neurological disorder that affects multiple individuals. The National Mental Health Survey of India, 2015–2016 reported that the prevalence of ADHD in adults aged 18–44 years is 4.4%. This study aims to propose and test a new intervention specifically targeting stimulant therapy: visual sequential pattern stimulation (VSPS) for alleviating ADHD symptoms in young adults. VSPS is a method that employs sequential visuals which is customisable by every user and is backed by thorough research and expert opinion of how visuals affect the cognition of individuals. This novel method has been theoretically proven to be effective in reducing inattention in individuals with ADHD or ADHD-like symptoms. It potentially offers an accessible, non-invasive, affordable mobile intervention that could be used in educational or work environments, home environments, etc. This study has contributed to inculcating visual arts and designing more effective treatments for ADHD symptoms and the explorative non-pharmacological techniques possible for a more personalised experience in this era of medicine.

The study addresses media concerns, demands for transparency, and the need for an assessment of Malaysia's procurement performance. It investigates the effects of legal and regulatory framework, procurement professionalism, private sector participation, transparency, and integrity on procurement performance in Malaysian Federal Ministries. A total of 152 questionnaires were received (58% response rate) from five federal ministries: Finance, Education, Defense, Health, and Home Affairs. The findings indicate a significantly positive association between Private Sector Participation, Integrity, and Procurement Performance, in contrast to Legal and Regulatory Framework, Procurement Professionalism, and Transparency. The study calls for targeted interventions to address identified challenges, and highlights the crucial role of integrity and private sector engagement in enhancing procurement performance. This research offers valuable implications for academia, practitioners, and policymakers.

The advent of Artificial Intelligence has brought about a transformation in the Design industry. One such specific area where AI is being used rapidly is in the field of Conversational User Experience (UX) owing to its ability to be integrated with AI-based Chat/Voice bots. Therefore, using such a platform in the public school sector could bring a change in improving the quality of education, simplifying the teaching process, and optimising available resources. With this objective in mind, problem areas in the teaching domain were explored and studied closely through field visits and interviews. A critical challenge identified was Government school teachers encountering issues in resolving their doubts concerning government-curated lesson plans. This can potentially result in confusion among educators and the dissemination of misinformation, impacting students’ learning experiences. To address this issue, a cloud-based AI Chat and Voice Bot named ‘Vidya’ was proposed. ‘Vidya’ is expected to be a step towards revolutionising the teaching and learning process in Government Schools in India, leading to enhanced educational outcomes, and empowered teachers and students. Overall, the ripple effects of improved quality of education translate into a more skilled, productive, and prosperous society, ultimately contributing to long-term economic development and competitiveness on both global and national scales.

The research aims to explore about the ethical concerns of ChatGPT application, with qualitative research approach, purposive sampling technique, collect primary data with face-to-face interview, adopt thematic data analysis to synthesise qualitative findings, namely: (1) issues of bias and discrimination; (2) malicious attack problem; (3) abuse and misuse issues; (4) morality drain and (5) harmful speech risk issue. Appropriate measurements are crucial to mitigate the potential ethical concerns of ChatGPT application in the market today.

This study investigates the relationship between emotions and the country of origin (USA and UK) in passenger reviews of South American flights. It employs text analysis to identify emotions in traveler comments and utilizes a C5 decision tree model to classify them based on their country of origin. The sample consisted of 195 comments from Skytrax passengers who traveled in economy class on South American flights. The emotions of disgust, fear, sadness, anger, and joy in the comments were analyzed. While joy dominated in both groups, no significant differences in emotional intensity were found between USA and UK travelers. A classification model successfully distinguished between the two groups using emotions from textual analysis. Negative emotions played a more significant role in classification than positive ones. Despite cultural differences, USA and UK travelers shared similar emotional patterns during South American travel. These findings highlight the potential of emotional analysis in marketing and tourism for enhanced customer experiences and business success.

Entrepreneurs in Africa face more challenges than their counterparts in other parts of the world. This is partly because the developmental challenges on the continent are more severe than most parts of the world. These challenges are starker for female entrepreneurs for obvious reason. This paper highlights some of the challenges and draws on the contribution a female entrepreneur in Ghana has made within cultural and economic context. The paper highlights how rational economic decisions operates side by side with “non-rational” decisions that are underpinned by cultural and “personal moral” values.

The purpose of the article is to develop priority directions for the formation of an economic mechanism for nature management, taking into account the set of requirements set forth by the new global environmental architectonics. It is substantiated that the new global environmental architectonics is based on the following: The Global Sustainable Development Goals approved by the United Nations; the New Climate Agreement approved in Glasgow (UK); and the European Union's carbon adjustment of imports of third-country products with a view to achieving carbon neutrality indicators on the European continent. The relevance of this research topic stems from the need to identify the determining influence of the basic provisions of international environmental conventions on the specification of methods, instruments and levers of the domestic economic mechanism of environmental management. It is established that the transformation of the national economic mechanism of environmental management in the short and medium term should be determined to the greatest extent by the Global Sustainable Development Goals, which relate to clean water and adequate sanitation, renewable energy, sustainable development of cities and communities, responsible consumption, climate change, and the conservation of marine and terrestrial ecosystems. It is substantiated that the basic provisions of the New Climate Agreement should correlate with the priorities for modernizing fiscal regulation of environmental management in terms of stimulating the processes of minimizing greenhouse gas emissions. It is proved that in order to minimize the losses of domestic producers exporting products to the European Union because of the application of the adjustment mechanism border carbon from 2023, it is necessary to apply a set of preventive measures, in particular by stimulating the implementation of low-carbon development projects.

In this project, The fusion of Computer vision and machine learning was used to analyze bicep curls, so that one can check the accuracy of a bicep curl in real time and provide insights into the bicep curl. The proposed setup efficiently examines input videos, recording and calculating the angles formed by the left and right arms in the video during bicep exercises using Opencv and Mediapipe features. Use of a Logistic Regression model expands the project's potential by enabling the prediction of bicep curl accuracy based on right and left arm data. This combination of computer vision and machine learning is a useful tool for fitness enthusiasts, offering an integrated approach to exercise monitoring and improvement. The study not only advances the understanding of bicep curl exercise but also paves the path for the use of automated assessments, contributing to the developing field of technology-assisted exercise analysis. This research not only examines blending computer vision and machine learning for bicep curls but also proposes an additional use of this technology for overall activity monitoring. The goal is to expand the scope beyond bicep curls to enhance the methods for predicting and sustaining exercise accuracy through a variety of exercises. This approach attempts to lay the groundwork for a comprehensive application-based system that maintains accuracy criteria across a wide range of exercises.

Road transport is one of the leading sources of air pollution and climate change. The transition to clean energy sources is a key task to mitigate the impact of transport on the environment. For more than 100 years, mankind has operated cars with an internal combustion engine (ICE), which are a source of environmental pollution. In the article, the elements of harmful substances emitted by internal combustion engines are analyzed and structured. The article proves that the further development of road transport in terms of improvement and minimization of emissions from internal combustion engines, as well as strict regulation of the limits of these types, is insufficient and ineffective from the point of view of preserving clean air. The article proposes a transition to different types of electric cars, as well as analyzes and suggests ways to optimize refueling of electric rolling stock. This article is based on the research of the Department of Management of the National Transport University in the field of road transport ecology. The article discusses various strategies for the transition of road transport to clean energy sources: the development of electric vehicles and other vehicles powered by alternative energy sources, the implementation of infrastructure for charging electric vehicles, the development of clean public transport, and the promotion of the use of alternative modes of transport. The transition to clean energy sources for road transport is a complex task that requires the efforts of all stakeholders. However, this task is necessary to protect the environment and ensure sustainable development. The article offers a step-by-step approach to the transition of motor vehicles from internal combustion engines to vehicles with environmentally friendly engines, scientifically based strategies for innovative development and transition of motor vehicles to environmentally friendly energy sources are considered and proposed.

This article will establish the necessity of ensuring clarity in the formation of natural gas supply tariffs within the context of providing informational and social security to society. A crucial element of efficient gas supply lies in well-established collaboration with its stakeholders, which, concurrently, is the most complex and unpredictable due to stakeholders’ insufficient understanding of the natural gas tariff formation process. Based on an analysis of the trending structural changes among stakeholders in the gas supply sector, key stakeholders in gas supply were identified. To facilitate effective communication with these key stakeholders in the context of enhancing awareness of the tariff-setting process and instilling an understanding of the importance of promoting sustainable development and environmental preservation, we have developed methods of education (proposing directions for the development of educational methods) for gas supply stakeholders. Among these, the following have been identified as key directions: expert education, informational resources, practical training, dialogue and consultation, monitoring and evaluation, international knowledge exchange. Such directions will contribute to the enlightenment of stakeholders and lead to the creation of a more optimized and transparent tariff formation process in the gas supply sector. Informing residential consumers about the tariff-setting process as key stakeholders in the gas supply sector will enhance the social security of individuals.

The paper responds to ‘sustainabilities’ that are situated, that create ‘models of development’ to revoke historical and material practices of the past that affect eco-tourism in the Global South. Historicising the evolution of ‘Platformisation’ and ‘Digital Infrastructure’ in improving living conditions, raise public consciousness around e-entrepreneurial ventures and resolve problems to create digital solutions, the paper explores the nexus between human materiality and discursivity in relation with assemblages of non-human beings (technologies and animals, plants, fungi, etc. that steer sustainable development routing it to SDGs that are locale specific. Drawing on models of AES in the region of Karnataka the paper explores the implications of ‘Datafication’ and ‘Platforming’ in tourism and hospitality ventures.

Today’s sustainable development of society is a priority development of mankind. It is based on balancing the mankind modern needs and protecting the interests of future generations. To balance the relationship between nature and humanity, it is necessary to ensure systematic coordination between the social, environmental and economic components, which is the main challenge in the management process. A critical analysis of various concepts to define the notion of “sustainable development” and its definitive characteristics has led to the following conclusion: there is no uniform definition as this concept is currently expanding its scope as well as undergoing constant refinement and identification of additional characteristics. In particular, it should be noted that the problem area in the context of the sustainable development concept is the fuel and energy complex in general. The study focuses on one of the parts of the oil and gas complex—its transport infrastructure. The state of the Ukrainian economy as a whole depends on its condition and use efficiency. In today’s political and economic conditions, Ukraine is faced with the task of maintaining optimal performance of the main gas pipeline system, which is one of the most influential and complex in the world. The study has shown that the impact factors on production potential of gas transmission system (GTS) companies are differentiated into endogenous and exogenous. The influence direction of the selected factors has also been determined. In addition, the study has conducted the research on the GTS potential, identified its main characteristics, such as integrity, interconnection and interaction of elements, complexity, ability to develop, communication, hierarchy. The analysis of the GTS operating modes has carried out and their influence on the reliability of this system has been determined. The export potential optimization problem has been pointed out. It consists in finding such (optimal) volume of transported gas at which the maximum profit with the minimum expenses will be received. The mathematical model has been developed. It has been established that the use efficiency assessment of export potential is carried out according to the following algorithm and includes the following assessment elements: production potential: technical, technological innovation and investment; intellectual (personnel); marketing; synergetic assessment of the export potential of the gas transmission system on the basis of integrated assessments of the economic potential of the enterprise. Based on theoretical and practical research, a system for assessing the economic efficiency of pipeline transportation of natural gas has been built. The system is aimed at the architecture optimization of the Ukraine’s gas transmission system and will allow to quickly influence and respond to negative changes in the production process, render adequate management decisions and ensure the GTS sustainable development.

This paper evaluates the extent of Vale Co.’s utilization of impression management practices in its reports, including CSR reports and integrated reports. The emphasis is specifically on periods before, during, and after two dam collapse crises. The study objectives encompass a thorough analysis of both the quantity and quality of CSR disclosures within the context of Vale. Based on an empirical study of the Vale company’s engagement in dam failures in Brazil in 2015 and 2019, the authors plan to carry out a content analysis covering a nine-year timeframe from 2013 to 2021. This analysis utilizes the Gunning FOG Index and NVivo Software to examine CSR reports, integrated reports, reputable newspaper articles, and social media content. The goal is to evaluate the extent of disclosure, both in terms of quantity and quality, prior to, during, and following the incident involving the collapse of the iron ore mine and the construction of a waste-holding dam. Findings suggest that when analyzing Vale’s CSR reports, sentiment analysis generally reveals a neutral tone. This contrasts with the largely negative feelings observed in the extensive newspaper coverage of dam collapse situations, which were analyzed using the NVIVO software program. Additionally, consistently higher Gunning Fog Scores show that the CSR reports have a high level of linguistic and conceptual complexity, as shown by continuously elevated Gunning Fog Scores. This might potentially hinder the ease of understanding and the clarity of the information provided. Our study places significant emphasis on the significance of clarity to ensure stakeholder comprehension and engagement. Research implications: The research highlights the importance of understanding the neutral tone in Vale’s CSR reports compared to negative media coverage of dam collapses. This suggests a need to address potential mismatches in narrative portrayal. Moreover, the complexity of language and content in CSR reports underscores barriers to accessibility and transparency, calling for clearer communication strategies. Ultimately, enhancing clarity in CSR reporting is essential for effective stakeholder engagement and alignment with external perceptions. Originality/value: The uniqueness of this study consists in its investigation of the influence of impression management strategies on corporate social responsibility (CSR) reports, as well as the comparison of conflicting viewpoints expressed in respected newspapers concerning dam failures. Based on a content analysis case study spanning nine years (2013–2021) of Brazil’s Vale dam breach company, our research juxtaposes the content analysis of newspaper articles and social media with Vale’s CSR reports. This comparative study focuses on the time periods preceding, during, and following two instances of dam collapse events, with the purpose of fulfilling our research objectives.

Understanding the factors contributing to student satisfaction in Nigerian tertiary institutions is essential for enhancing academic excellence and student experiences. This study employs a Principal Component Analysis (PCA) approach to assess the determinants of student satisfaction. Through a comprehensive review of relevant literature, key factors including academic quality, student support services, campus environment, technological integration, and administrative efficiency were identified. PCA was then applied to analyze the interrelationships among these factors and determine their relative importance in shaping student satisfaction. The findings offer valuable insights into the underlying dimensions of student satisfaction and provide practical implications for improving academic outcomes and institutional performance in Nigerian tertiary institutions. This research contributes to the literature on student satisfaction assessment and informs strategic decision-making processes aimed at enhancing the overall academic experience for students in Nigerian higher education institutions.

The pandemic spurred e-learning innovations, which allow students to pursue any course without being restricted to traditional classroom settings. Rural digitalisation in developing nations has accelerated, but e-learning faces obstacles like poor infrastructure, slow internet, and inadequate faculty training. It is inferred from the previous studies that many pre-existing flaws in prevalent e-learning systems need to be improved by enhancing the interaction between faculty and students, incorporating active learning techniques, and adding training modules for faculty. Based on interviews, surveys and on-site observations, an integrated framework for e-learning System (iFELS) is proposed, which focuses on developing policy guidelines and an e-learning app using augmented reality (AR) for rural areas. Utilising the framework, a prototype app and preliminary policy guidelines are designed to make e-learning accessible and reliable. These guidelines address the fundamental underlying causes of ineffective e-learning while ensuring modularity, replicability, and scalability. The Government will fetch the data from the proposed e-learning platform to monitor guideline implementation. AR features and gamification elements have been incorporated into the proposed platform to enhance user engagement, facilitating continuous, practical, and interactive learning.

The last thirty years have seen a considerable evolution in dental materials. It is easier to evaluate the qualities stated by each manufacturer when one is aware of the latest developments in dental materials and their mechanical properties. Hardness is a mechanical property that contributes to teeth’s good function. This study used a quasi-experimental quantitative approach to compare the fractureability levels of 3M Z100, 3M Valux Plus, Te-Econom Plus®, Llis, and Z250 resins. An in vitro study was developed, and 20 composite resin blocks measuring 9 mm in length, 4 mm in width, and 2 mm in height were used. These blocks were divided into 4 groups of 5 types of composites, designated R1, R2, R3, R4, and R5, respectively, and were subjected to a specific force using an Instron 3400 series tensile, compression, and flexural testing system. The findings indicated that the resins with the lowest fractureability levels were Te-Econom Plus® (1080.26N), Llis. (1122.31N), and 3M Valux Plus resins (3M Z250 and 3M Z100), which had the highest levels. It has been determined that 3M Z250 is the resin with the highest fractureability and compression hardness. For this reason, the dentist can use it to fill dental components and provide their patients with high-quality care.

Ever-increasing demand for energy requirements has led to the need to find unconventional sources of energy like solar energy, wind energy, tidal energy, atomic energy, biogas, etc. Biogas is one of the most common sources of energy. It is produced through the anaerobic digestion of biological waste materials like agriculture waste, food waste, sewage sludge, and energy crops. Biogas is a mixture of methane (CH4), carbon dioxide (CO2), hydrogen sulfide (H2S), ammonia (NH3), water vapor (H2O), etc. Anaerobic digestion is a process in which the bacteria breaks down the complex organic materials, producing biogas and fertilizer as by-products. Biogas has versatile applications as a renewable energy resource, serving as a fuel for biogas stoves and providing hot water when used in boilers. Additionally, biogas offers environmental advantages, as the organic materials used in its production are disposable, making it a sustainable energy source. Furthermore, biogas contributes to the mitigation of methane gas emissions, a significant factor in global warming. In this work, we are trying to measure the amount of various gasses present in biogas and with the help of the proportion of gas in Biogas, we will calculate the quality of it.

As technology becomes increasingly integrated into children’s daily lives, it’s vital to ensure that their technological needs are met effectively. This paper proposes a design approach intended to enable young children to actively participate in the development process of an augmented reality (AR) application for chemistry. Using cooperative inquiry techniques and a theoretical framework rooted in the human–computer interaction (HCI) literature, this research seeks to give Moroccan children a voice in shaping the design of educational technology. The article describes the collaborative inquiry methodology employed, places the work in the context of the HCI literature, and presents the resulting AR chemistry application. By presenting a practical example of co-design and highlighting the educational benefits of AR technology in fostering collaborative learning experiences, this research underscores the importance of incorporating children’s perspectives into the design process.

Due to the disruptive innovations the tech sector offers—possibly more than any other sector—companies have recently experienced rising regulatory friction with foreign governments. International regulations can sometimes be capricious, unfair, and designed to elicit compromises. International investment law and arbitration can act as a beneficial sword and shield in these situations to defend IT enterprises. While the tech sector has never been one to rely on investor-state arbitration, circumstances are changing. This paper analyses the role of the fair and equitable clause in investor-state disputes in the tech sector, following the intersection between the private tech sector and the host states through an investment agreement regime. The paper also brings out operational difficulties in implementation of the FET clause and the criticisms thereof. Moving on, the paper discusses the limited scope of the FET clause by citing various bilateral and multilateral investment treaties. The paper finally concludes that tech-related investor-state disputes is still an upcoming area of arbitration requiring time to undergo reforms; thus, it is suggested that the FET clause be given a wider interpretation to ensure operational efficiency.

This study seeks to examine the effect of international financial reporting standards and board directors’ characteristics on the value relevance. The analysis was conducted using financial reports from a selected group of companies that are listed on the Iraqi Stock Exchange. It analyzed data from 10 banks during the period of 2012–2017 in order to accomplish the research objective. To test the hypothesis, both main and subsidiary hypotheses were utilized. The findings indicated a strong correlation between the equity's book value and its valuation, suggesting that value relevance exists in both individual and interactive analysis models. Regarding earnings, it seems that they are not significantly connected to the market value of the shares. However, the adoption of IFRS resulted in a considerable decrease in the value relevance during the period before and after its implementation. In terms of the board of directors’ characteristics, it was discovered that both the size and ownership of the board have an impact on value relevance. However, when interacting with IFRS, there was no notable effect. The research suggests that adhering to IFRS is essential due to their ability to align with the value that has demonstrated its efficacy across diverse global contexts.

Green knowledge management (GKM) has received significant attention among practitioners and scholars, but remains underdeveloped and understudied, particularly in identifying its antecedents and outcomes. This scarcity could be attributed to its novelty as a managerial phenomenon, and to the fact that its intersection with the sustainability field remains very limited and fragmentary. Hence, our current conceptual paper aims to contribute to enriching the extant literature on GKM by developing a conceptual model including its antecedents, consequences, mediators, and moderators and proposing new research propositions. Our conceptual framework has drawn on literature from fields that have been identified through a search of scholarly literature mainly accessible through electronic databases (e.g. Web of Science, Scopus, and Google Scholar). The initial literature review which started with an investigation of publications addressing the concept of GKM, was followed by a process of analysis and synthesis. This research contributes to extant knowledge by delimiting, detailing, charting, describing, or depicting GKM and its relationship to other entities. Hence, new and unpublished research propositions are proposed besides existing ones in the literature.

The study aims to measure determinants of mobilization of Islamic finance for PPP projects in Indonesia. The study employs whole cycle of PPPs as variables namely input, process or activities, output, and outcome. Each variable consists of several selected indicators. The study applies a questionnaire and utilizes descriptive statistics and quantitative analyses. The questionnaire aims to analyse the relationship relating the selected variables and the indicators in the conceptual framework. The study covers the feedbacks from relevant stakeholder’s namely Islamic financial institutions, government entities and relevant ministries, and private sectors or equity investors. The study selects 108 respondents. The study observes that the findings confirm the Hypothesis, i.e. Input has a positive effect on the Process; Process has a positive effect on the Output, and Output has a positive effect on the Outcome. It recommends the valid indicators as the key determinants in this regard.

Instagram is one of the social media platforms that is mostly used by users of various ages across the globe. In fact, the role of social media platforms itself is related to the e-business used by various companies from different fields. This research will raise the case that the Disney Walt Company dropped one of their legendary brand ambassadors Johnny Depp who played Captain Jack Sparrow in The Pirates of the Caribbean) while he is accused of domestic violence towards his ex-wife (Amber Heard) by his ex-wife in 2022 which was extensively discussed on Instagram. The purpose of this study is to find out the image of Disney and its relations with fans of the film played by Johnny Depp as Jack Sparrow. The method used in this study is qualitative research and uses netnography as a method. The analysis shows that from the hashtags on Instagram, fans of Johnny Depp want his career back as Jack Sparrow in the film The Pirates of the Caribbean. Although Disney has apologized to Johnny Depp, he still does not want to return as Jack Sparrow. It can be stated that Disney has lost Captain Jack Sparrow’s fans who were mostly fans of Depp.

This study seeks to add to the food waste study literature that evaluates and assesses the efficacy of different types of increasing consumers’ awareness and responsibility for reducing food waste. A quantitative online consumer survey with Sample (n = 247) is representative of adults living in Türkiye. The data collected from the consumers through an online survey showed that insufficient consumer awareness, and low sense of responsibility towards food waste has a negative Impact on consumers’ intention to reduce food waste. Education and age have a major part on influencing the consumers intentions to reduce food waste. A second set of data were used based on a series of observations which were conducted in a retail supermarket located in Türkiye, conducting interviews with planning manager and store managers and the daily operations followed; if any; to reduce their day-to-day food waste. The data which was focused on the waste of fresh fruit and vegetables within a three-month observation period concluded that, Grapes; Tomatoes; Potatoes; peaches and cucumbers are the main categories which had the highest amount of wasted quota. The study demonstrated that although retail stores and shareholders are recognizing the food waste problem, it is not seen as a crucial problem both economically and environmentally that must be addressed in the near future or at least that the waste needs to be processed in a different way that is more sustainable. This study demonstrates the economic and financial impact of avoidable food loss and high waste when it comes to fresh fruits and vegetables.

In recent years, the world has undergone a rapid increase in digital data, which has facilitated progress in big data and predictive analytics, specifically in human resource management (HRM). Organizations are in competition to adopt intelligence strategies to utilize these data-driven insights to guide strategic HRM procedures. Although adopting these strategies is distinguished, there are still many challenges and biases. This study focuses on providing a comprehensive systematic literature review by screening related studies to provide beneficial understandings and development recommendations. Researching patterns and investigating these inquiries can provide professionals and academics with valuable insight into the field globally and within Bahrain. Practitioners can utilize predictive analytics to enhance their understanding of effectively using data to inform strategic workforce efforts for HR professionals. The study tries to consolidate the existing information and pinpoint areas of research that need further exploration to guide future scholars.

This research explores the delicate balance between ensuring business continuity and protecting the rights of unsecured creditors within the context of Malaysia's compulsory winding-up process. It examines the challenges unsecured creditors face, who often lack collateral to secure their claims for debt repayments during the compulsory winding up of the company. The study's findings highlight the essential vulnerabilities of unsecured creditors, who frequently find themselves in an unwarranted position during compulsory winding-up processes. Unsecured creditors are typically called the lowest priority in debt settlement, emphasising the urgent need for comprehensive legal protections. Using a qualitative research approach and drawing upon a doctrinal legal research methodology, this study analyses primary and secondary data sources, including books and journal articles, to better understand the legal landscape. This research introduces a proposed mechanism to safeguard unsecured creditors’ rights. This mechanism seeks to rectify existing disparities, emphasising the crucial role of unsecured creditors in facing financial distress within Malaysia’s legal framework.

Automobile Dealerships plays a vital role in the Automobile retails and automobile manufacturers are largely depends on their dealerships for the market reach. The paper contributes to the emerging topic of dealer satisfaction in Indian automobile retail management. The purpose of this paper is to apply Importance-Satisfaction Matrix analysis (ISMA) to determine various factors that impacts dealer satisfaction and how it can help automobile companies in building their dealer–retail strategy. Author has collected data through detailed survey of 141 automobiles dealers in the Western region of India. This paper has used ISMA to assess perceived importance and satisfaction for the Indian automobile dealers. The result of this study divulges the necessity for auto companies to bring focus on prioritizing critical identified 11 factors which are very Important impact their dealers’ satisfaction level. Although the ‘dealer satisfaction’ as a concept is well researched by scholars however the applying ISMA model and subsequent strategic directions to manufacturer is largely absent. The statistical analysis and insights based on this research findings will provide further clarity and strategic inputs for all automobile players for building long-term and healthy partnerships with their dealers. The paper 1st time attempted to apply ISMA model to explores emerging factors plotted in Cartesian four quadrant Matrix, which will be helpful for Auto manufactures to understand ‘voice of dealers’ in developing their dealer development strategy.

The aim of this study is to answer the question how does the external auditor's commitment to professional ethics affects the reduction of creative accounting practices in companies Evidence from external audit offices in the UAE, the population of the research study, which employed a survey methodology, comprised external auditors working at external audit offices. A basic random selection technique was employed to pick 130 participants from the study community. The respondents were given the questionnaire. Additionally, the partial least squares program (Current and Non-current Assets) was used to examine the initial data. The results also showed that there is a role of the external auditor in discovering and reducing creative accounting practices, and the study recommended the need to adopt an effective control system that helps prevent creative accounting practices.

The article deals with the theme of motivation for self-development of employees as a forming factor of competence. The definition of the concept of «professional competence» and its main elements are analyzed. The author’s vision of factors that will help to determine the motivational environment of employees is proposed; with the help of which it is possible to determine for each a map of motives and incentives, which will contribute to the development of professionalism and the formation of professional competence. The self-development of employees is necessary not only for improving the quality of professional activity, but also for the development of competitiveness and the organization itself. With the help of motivation, as well as analysis and control over a certain period of time, analysis of methods and measures, it is possible to reveal both the shortcomings and the advantages of professional self-development. In order to evaluate motivational factors for self-development of employees and formation of professional competence, the authors conducted a sociological study «Motivational factors for self-development» among employees of enterprises and organizations, the main results of which are highlighted in the article. Attention is focused on the motivational concept, which could act as a tool for choosing means of stimulating personnel to self-development, within the framework of which five types of labour motivation are distinguished—instrumental, professional, patriotic, economic and preventive. The model was developed specifically for the analysis of the motivation of employees of enterprises and has a number of significant differences from other structural models of motivation. The article contains a formulation of the problem, a review of literary sources on the subject of the study, results of the investigation and conclusions.

The era of artificial Intelligence is overpowered by various advancements in algorithmic, machine learning that have the potential to advance several industries such as healthcare, agriculture, education, manufacturing, retail, and so on. AI in healthcare is the need of the hour as it can bridge the gap between the demand for healthcare services and the supply of the same due to the lack of health manpower. The crucial factor in deciding whether to invest in artificial intelligence (AI) in the healthcare sector depends on the GDP of the country since it requires huge investments. This study discusses selected advanced and emerging economies’ investments in AI in healthcare and whether their GDP played a crucial role in the decision. This study is based on secondary data gathered from different published reports. This paper focuses on analyzing the worldwide AI-health investment and GDP trends of countries across the globe in the past 10 years using trend analysis. Further, a correlation test is done between AI in healthcare and the GDP of selected countries, the result shows that both the variables are strongly positively correlated. A multiple correlation analysis is done to measure the relationship between the GDP and Investment in AI in healthcare of the selected countries. Artificial intelligence (AI) has become a revolutionary force in the global economy, with investments in AI technology and applications increasing significantly in both developed and developing nations. With the growing significance of developing nations, these countries are projected to play an important part in the AI revolution.AI investment has increased rapidly in emerging economies such as India, Brazil, and South Africa during the last decade. Artificial intelligence can significantly improve the state of healthcare around the world as healthcare solution providers look to boost output and efficiency. The result of the multiple regression depicts that the GDP plays a vital role in investment in AI healthcare. Investment in human-AI collaboration in the healthcare sector will help countries mitigate the shortage of health manpower and improve in providing timely healthcare services.

Economic empowerment of women is becoming more widely acknowledged as a means of achieving economic growth, poverty alleviation, women’s rights, and other development objectives related to welfare, health, and education. When employment in the agricultural sector is stagnant, micro enterprises play a critical role in uplifting the economic status of women by giving highly qualified and less qualified women jobs that contribute to their overall development and help them realize their inherent capacity to work in the non-agricultural sector. Since women make up over half of India's population, it stands to reason that women's empowerment and development go hand in hand. Leapfrogging is a development paradigm that has gained popularity recently in relation to sustainable development for underdeveloped countries. It advocates quickening growth by favouring better developed sectors and technologies over less established, less efficient, more expensive, or more polluting ones. The present study primarily looks at how leapfrog opportunities affect digital transformation, digitalization, and social networks. The variables taken into consideration in the study include leapfrog opportunities, digital literacy, social networks, digital transformation, digitalization, as well as economic empowerment of women.

The paper concentrates attention on creation of institutional prerequisites for development of farms in frames of the model of agrarian economy of Ukraine. Using the institutional toolkit, the authors well-ground the necessity to support farms as specific business agrarian entities. Farms have potential to adapt in current conditions and improve their performance in future. Farming is also traditional for Ukraine as Ukraine has always been a strong agrarian country and this form of agrarian business that can raise the entrepreneurial spirit in the countryside. In case with farming, the owner, the householder and employees are combined in one person related to other employees that also bears social effect strengthening the family values.The authors consider the economic entities inside of the model of agrarian economy of Ukraine that is seen as a part of the model of national economy and part of economic system. The economic relations form inside of the model of economy with its peculiarities. The institutional conditions are specific «rules of the game» and the economic entities are also institutions functioning in the environment. Unfortunately, the appearing institutional prerequisites are not favorable for development of small and medium sized agrarian business whereas the large agrarian business gets enough support.