Digital World Research Articles

Centering equity, diversity, and inclusion in youth digital mental health: findings from a research, policy, and practice knowledge exchange workshop.

Youth mental health service organizations continue to rapidly broaden their use of virtual care and digital mental health interventions as well as leverage artificial intelligence and other technologies to inform care decisions. However, many of these digital services have failed to alleviate persistent mental health disparities among equity-seeking populations and in some instances have exacerbated them. Transdisciplinary and intersectional knowledge exchange is greatly needed to address structural barriers to digital mental health engagement, develop and evaluate interventions with historically underserved communities, and ultimately promote more accessible, useful, and equitable care. To that end, the Digital, Inclusive, Virtual, and Equitable Research Training in Mental Health Platform (DIVERT), the Maritime Strategy for Patient Oriented Research (SPOR) SUPPORT (Support for People and Patient-Oriented Research and Trials) Unit and IWK Mental Health Program invited researchers, policymakers, interprofessional mental health practitioners, trainees, computer scientists, health system administrators, community leaders and youth advocates to participate in a knowledge exchange workshop. The workshop aimed to (a) highlight local research and innovation in youth-focused digital mental health services; (b) learn more about current policy and practice issues in inclusive digital mental health for youth in Canada, (c) participate in generating action recommendations to address challenges to inclusive, diverse and equitable digital mental health services, and (d) to synthesize cross-sector feedback to inform future training curriculum, policy, strategic planning and to stimulate new lines of patient-oriented research. Eleven challenge themes emerged related to white-colonial normativity, lack of cultural humility, inaccessibility and affordability of participating in the digital world, lack of youth and community involvement, risks of too much digital time in youth's lives, and lack of scientific evidence derived from equity-deserving communities. Nine action recommendations focused on diversifying research and development funding, policy and standards, youth and community led promotion, long-term trust-building and collaboration, and needing to callout and advocate against unsafe digital services and processes. Key policy, training and practice implications are discussed.

Strategi Digital Marketing Dalam Meningkatkan Penjualan Ikan Hias Cupang (Studi Kasus pada Bastyan Betta Farm Melalui Media Sosial di Desa Dander Kecamatan Pesantren Kota Kediri)

In this modern era, the development of information technology has changed the world of marketing in recent years. Traditional and conventional marketing communication methods are now gradually being integrated into the digital world. This type of research uses a descriptive method with a qualitative approach. Qualitative methodology is a research procedure that produces descriptive data in the form of written and spoken words. The presence of digital marketing or advertising has had a positive impact in the business world where the process of marketing a product can easily be done by creating digital photo or video content about a product to be marketed and then uploading it to several available social media application platforms. The conclusion in this research is that the digital marketing strategy carried out by Bastyan Betta Farm to increase sales is by creating and posting interesting photos or videos using social media, namely Instagram, Facebook and Whatsapp.

Factors Affecting Emotion Intelligence among Adolescents: Literature Review 2024-25

Abstract Adolescence is a stage marked by physical, hormonal, and psycho social changes. It is a transaction period in a person’s life between childhood and adulthood. An adolescent experience different feeling, sometimes negative emotions and in certain situations react more promptly. Their reactions are more strong to the situations emitting emotions. According to Peter Salovey and John Mayer (1997) “Emotional intelligence is the ability to monitor one's own and other people's emotions, to discriminate between different emotions and label them appropriately, and to use emotional information to guide thinking and behaviour". In today’s world educator’s emphasis, more on social-emotional learning among children. In India the new National Education Policy 2020 is been framed keeping in mind the social emotional development of children ensuring holistic development. It states that major goal of our education system must be to “develop good human beings capable of rational thought and action, possessing compassion and empathy”. This article will help to realize the value and significance of emotional intelligence in adolescents. Also, various factors affecting the emotional intelligence of adolescents though literature review. It was observed and analysis that variation of emotions is more in adolescents than children but need to learn how to regulate and manage their emotions effectively. Hence, emotional regulation skills need to be developed among adolescents. Further researches are recommended in the field of emotional intelligence identifying the Emotional Quotient of adolescents and factors affecting it. Major factors indicated in most of the studies are personality, lifestyle, environmental factors, digital world, social and parental style. In this competitive world adolescent may have good Intelligent Quotient but lack in Emotional Quotient. The article suggests that there is strong need to enhance the emotional quotient of young people and work on the factors affecting it.

Exploring the Role of Immersive Media Technologies in Environmental Communication: A Case Study of Underwater Earth Projects

ABSTRACT In the field of environmental communication, immersive media have become powerful tools for engaging audiences and promoting deeper connections with the natural world. This article investigates the role of immersive technologies in environmental communication through a case study of the Underwater Earth project. Employing a thematic analysis approach, the study examines the use of immersive technologies as the medium for conveying environmental messages, including narrative techniques, visual elements, interactive features, and user engagement strategies. The study also highlights the importance of user experiences when creating impactful environmental narratives in virtual environments. The implications of this research extend to environmental experts, communication practitioners, and technology developers who are seeking to leverage immersive technologies for environmental advocacy and education. By understanding the strengths and limitations of immersive technologies as an environmental communication medium, practitioners can use these insights to create more compelling immersive experiences that inspire management and promote sustainability in an increasingly digital world.

THE IMPACT OF CYBERSECURITY BREACHES ON BIG BUSINESSES

This paper explores the significant impact of cybersecurity breaches on large businesses, focusing on financial losses, operational disruptions, reputational damage, and legal challenges. It examines key breach types such as data theft, ransomware, and phishing, and highlights the increasing complexity of cyber threats due to emerging technologies like AI, IoT, and 5G. Case studies, including Target and Equifax, demonstrate the long-term consequences of breaches. The paper emphasises the importance of proactive cybersecurity strategies, leadership involvement, and continuous adaptation to evolving threats. In conclusion, it underscores the need for businesses to invest in robust cybersecurity measures to protect assets, maintain consumer trust, and ensure long-term resilience in an increasingly digital world.

Research Paper on Cyber Security

Cybersecurity is like our computers and phones' superhero. They help keep our computers and phone safe from sneaky bad guys on the internet. It’s all about using genius locks and tricks to keep our digital stuff virus free, hacker proof and away from funny online stunts. Like we cheque if the doors are locked and who leaving keys under the doormat at home, cybersecurity is our online detectives to keep an eye on websites to see they are safe, and be a bit more careful when clicking on links in emails from strangers. Having a shield for your digital world, to enjoy the internet without worries. Our online superhero is cybersecurity, the cybersecurity that allows us to surf the web, play games, and chat with friends securely. KeyWords:Malware,PenetrationTesting,Web AppTesting,Ddos Attacks,Ransomware Attacks,Phishing Attacks.

Peran Digital Marketing pada UMKM dengan Prinsip-prinsip Syariah

The rapid development of technology has greatly changed the marketing landscape in the world, where marketing methods that were previously completely traditional and conventional have now been integrated into the digital world. Understanding and awareness of the importance, role and influence of digital marketing in micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) is still low. Its implementation is still considered not that important, on the grounds that the business being run is not a large business that requires digital marketing. Including its implementation of sharia principles is still very minimal. Research that explores the role of digital marketing in MSMEs with sharia principles in a comprehensive manner has never been conducted before. The aim of the research is to explore the role of digital marketing in MSMEs with sharia principles. The method used is library research, using critical analysis techniques. The results of research regarding the role or impact or influence of digital marketing in MSMEs with sharia principles are on the following 15 things: (1) facilitate access to information; (2) marketing products; (3) become a superior product; (4) healthy competition; (5) expanding target/market share; (6) expanding geographic reach; (7) building trust and reputation; (8) purchasing decisions; (9) increase in income; (10) increase in sales; (11) increasing business performance; (12) business sustainability and success; (13) application of Islamic marketing ethics; (14) development of halal label MSMEs; and (15) development of MSMEs through cooperatives.

Comprehensive framework for data fusion in distributed ledger technologies to enhance supply chain sustainability

This review proposes a comprehensive framework that integrates data fusion with Distributed Ledger Technologies (DLT) to enhance sustainability in supply chain management. In today’s global supply chains, ensuring transparency, efficiency, and environmental responsibility is critical, yet the lack of real-time visibility and data fragmentation presents significant challenges. The framework addresses these issues by merging data from multiple sources, including IoT devices, operational databases, and external environmental factors, using advanced data fusion algorithms. DLT, with its decentralized, immutable, and transparent nature, ensures the integrity and security of the data, allowing all stakeholders to access accurate and tamper-proof information. The fusion of data within a DLT infrastructure not only improves traceability and accountability but also enables the automation of sustainability checks via smart contracts. These contracts can trigger actions based on predefined sustainability metrics such as carbon emissions, energy consumption, and resource efficiency. Furthermore, predictive analytics and machine learning algorithms integrated into the system provide real-time monitoring and optimization of sustainability performance throughout the supply chain. The proposed review offers numerous benefits, including enhanced transparency, reduced operational costs, improved sustainability outcomes, and risk mitigation. It also addresses challenges such as scalability, data privacy, and regulatory compliance, offering solutions to overcome these hurdles. By exploring case studies of successful implementations, this review demonstrates the practical applications and future potential of combining DLT and data fusion for sustainable supply chain management, positioning it as a critical tool for organizations aiming to meet environmental and regulatory demands in an increasingly digital and eco-conscious world.

Cybersecurity and personal privacy: Protecting yourself in the digital age

The internet has revolutionized communication, work, and life, offering unprecedented opportunities and conveniences. However, as our dependence on the digital world grows, so do the risks to our personal information, privacy, and security. Cyberattacks, online harassment, and cyberstalking are no longer rare occurrences—they have become everyday threats that anyone can face. Understanding and implementing robust cybersecurity measures is essential for protecting yourself in this increasingly connected world. This article explores effective ways to safeguard against cyberattacks, respond to online harassment, prevent cyberstalking, and remove your personal information from websites that share it without your consent.

Transforming library systems in Africa: advancing literacy and cultural preservation through digital innovation

Transforming library systems in Africa is essential for advancing literacy and preserving cultural heritage in an increasingly digital world. The integration of digital innovation into African libraries has the potential to revolutionize access to information, promote lifelong learning, and safeguard indigenous knowledge. This review explores the role of modern technologies, such as digital archiving, e-libraries, and mobile platforms, in enhancing literacy rates and preserving Africa's rich cultural traditions. By transitioning from traditional, print-based models to digital systems, libraries can bridge the educational gap in underserved communities, offering wider access to educational resources and promoting literacy at all levels. Additionally, digitization facilitates the preservation of local languages, oral histories, and cultural artifacts, ensuring that future generations can engage with Africa's diverse heritage. The challenges of digital transformation in African library systems, including limited infrastructure, funding, and digital literacy, are also discussed. The review emphasizes the need for strategic investments in technology, capacity building, and policy frameworks to create a sustainable digital ecosystem. By harnessing digital innovation, African libraries can evolve into dynamic centers of learning and cultural preservation, contributing to both socio-economic development and the protection of African identities. This transformation is critical to fostering a more educated, culturally aware, and globally connected African society.

Digital accessibility tools and training and the DA4You course: views and experiences of users with disabilities

AbstractDigital technologies are now ubiquitous in our lives and it is of critical importance that people with disabilities benefit from full and equitable access to the digital world. However, digital accessibility training for users with disabilities is lacking, and there is little research on developing such training focusing on ways to use the broad and growing range of digital accessibility tools available today. The current study investigates the practices, views and experiences of users with disabilities regarding digital devices, accessibility tools and training. Data were collected from 91 participants with a range of disabilities using a questionnaire and 14 participants took part in a semi-structured interview. The findings confirm that while users with disabilities are making use of a wide variety of technologies and accessibility tools, digital accessibility training for such users is inadequate, with participants experiencing gaps and shortcomings in the training and support provided from their early years onwards, including at school, university and in their adult lives. Such gaps and deficiencies reinforce the digital divide between users with disabilities and non-disabled users. Participants gave several recommendations to improve digital accessibility training. The research informed the design of the training created as part of the DA4You project, presented in this article, which was positively evaluated by participants overall. However, greater efforts are needed to improve digital accessibility training for all users with disabilities, who are keen to have access to more and better training opportunities. The onus is on educators, trainers, administrators and policymakers, etc. to make this a priority.

The Impact of Social Media Use Among Millennial Couples

Social media use (SMU) among millennials (i.e., persons born between 1981 and 1996) is considered a hallmark behavior, with nearly 79% of individuals in this age bracket reportedly using social media multiple times a day. Despite the potential benefits of social media access, this communication method impedes forming deep connections, posing detrimental consequences to enduring romantic relationships among millennials. In recent years, SMU among millennials has skyrocketed, potentially contributing to the increased relational ruptures during this time, such as increased conflict and infidelity rates. With social media providing an outlet for individuals to text, share thoughts, photos, and intimate messages—all with the possibility of evading being caught, the millennial culture is shifting the dynamics of romantic relationships. As a result, therapists are seeing an increased number of couples from the millennial culture with heightened relational dysfunction due to social media and the digital world. Now more than ever, clinicians must be equipped with the necessary skills and competencies to assist millennial romantic relationships impacted by SMU. An in-depth literature review will provide a landscape to examine the role of social media, online dating, partner selection, and issues surrounding infidelity over the last decade. This article will conclude with a case study and recommendations for best practices to help facilitate healing among millennial relationships affected by negative SMU.

Unveiling the Power of AI-Driven Personalization: Transforming Consumer Behavior in the Age of Digital Marketing

Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing digital marketing, with AI-driven personalization emerging as a powerful tool for shaping consumer experiences and driving engagement. This study explores how AI-powered technologies, such as recommendation engines, dynamic content delivery, and targeted advertisements, are transforming consumer behavior in the digital landscape. By leveraging big data, machine learning, and predictive analytics, marketers are now able to deliver hyper-personalized experiences that cater to individual preferences, leading to enhanced customer satisfaction and increased conversion rates. This research examines the impact of AI-driven personalization on key aspects of consumer behavior, including decision-making processes, brand loyalty, and purchase intentions. Additionally, it addresses the ethical challenges that arise from the use of AI in marketing, particularly around data privacy, algorithmic bias, and consumer trust. Through case studies from various industries, this study provides a comprehensive analysis of how personalization influences consumer psychology and purchasing patterns. Ultimately, the research offers valuable insights into the benefits and risks of integrating AI into marketing strategies, helping businesses understand how to harness the power of AI while maintaining ethical standards and safeguarding customer relationships in an increasingly digital world. Moreover, the study delves into the nuances of AI-driven personalization by exploring how consumers respond differently based on demographic factors such as age, gender, and cultural background. By analyzing customer data in real-time, AI allows for more accurate segmentation, ensuring that marketing messages are highly relevant and resonate with individual consumers. This level of precision not only increases customer engagement but also fosters a sense of exclusivity, making consumers feel more valued and understood by the brand. The research also investigates the role of AI in predicting future consumer behavior, using historical data to forecast trends and preferences, thereby enabling brands to stay ahead of the competition. As AI algorithms continuously learn and adapt, they can refine their recommendations, becoming more effective over time. However, there are concerns about over-reliance on AI, as excessive personalization may lead to "filter bubbles," where consumers are only exposed to a limited range of products or content, potentially stifling creativity and innovation.

Digital Rebirth and Design of China's Cultural Heritage

This paper discusses the rebirth and design of China's cultural heritage in the digital era, focusing on the concept and characteristics of digital virtual products and their application in cultural heritage. Digital products are defined as contents exchanged based on digital formats or transmitted via the Internet, characterized by immortality, mutability, rapid distribution and high replenishment. Video plays an important role in digital virtual products by combining visual and audio elements to create a rich experience for consumers. The field of design has experienced a shift from traditional physical design to virtual product design, which utilizes digital technologies and virtual reality to create a virtual objective presence. Digital technologies have shown great potential for cultural heritage preservation, such as the Dunhuang Research Institute's use of AR technology to provide immersive experiences for tourists. The rise of the meta-universe concept has further expanded the digital world, with blockchain and NFT technologies providing uniqueness, traceability and authentication for digital assets. The Dunhuang Research Academy has begun exploring digital NFT to transform mural elements into traceable and collectible visual artworks, promoting the global dissemination of Dunhuang culture.

Cybercrime in Nordic countries: a scoping review on demographic, socioeconomic, and technological determinants

Knowledge of factors contributing to cybercrime threats is needed to plan effective prevention strategies to combat the increasingly common occurrence of cybercrime. This scoping review summarizes current status of the literature published on the demographic, socioeconomic, and technological determinants of cybercrime offenders and victims in Nordic countries. The review followed Arksey and O’Malley’s methodology and the PRISMA-ScR guidelines, leading to the selection of 16 articles published between 2013 and 2022 for critical appraisal and data extraction. Only two studies focused on cybercrime offenders. The majority of studies (n = 10) were conducted in Finland and the dominant types of crime were harassment and online hate. Age, gender, living alone, immigration background, income, and education played different roles in determining victimization for different types of cybercrime. Associations between victimization and technological factors such as computer skills, protective measures, and specific platforms have also been identified. This review contributes to the emerging research area of cybercrime in Nordic countries by mapping the context of cybercrime and highlighting areas where further research is needed to ensure the protection of individuals in an increasingly digitalized world.

Hierarchical attention for aspect extraction using LSTM in fine-grained sentiment analysis and evaluation

In the current digital world, aspect-based sentiment analysis (ABSA) from a review sentence is a big challenge. In recent works, the aspect term detection from the reviews of the discourse is performed independently, even for contextually interdependent reviews. Further, the baseline techniques could not correlate valid multi-word aspect extraction from different review sentences, which further degrades the aspect extraction performance. Therefore, this paper aims to improve the performance of the aspect term detection subtask using a supervised hierarchical attention-based model. A sentence alignment step is added as preprocessing before ABSA on multi-sentence reviews. This step removes deficient knowledge, captures aspect alignment from different review sentences, and properly relates the aspect to the context domain. Next, the context information is used to extract contextual aspects using word-vector representation. The input sentences and labeled data using sequence tagging are supplied to the proposed supervised hierarchical attention network. The proposed model can capture the semantics of words for different domains, enhancing the extraction of domain-specific relevant aspect terms. The experimental results shown in the SemEval-16 reviews present the effectiveness of the proposed attention-based approach for aspect term detection. The F-score is improved by approximately 3 % as compared to the recent hybrid unsupervised approach for both the laptop and restaurant domains when coreference resolution is not performed. On the other side, F-score is improved by approximately 4 % and 3 % as compared to the recent hybrid unsupervised approach for the laptop and restaurant domains, respectively, when coreference resolution is not performed. When the results of the proposed approach are compared with those of recent supervised approaches, the F-score of the proposed model is improved by 5 % and 9 % for laptops and restaurants, respectively, when coreference resolution is not performed. Whereas the F-score of the proposed model is improved by 9 % and 12 % for laptops and restaurants, respectively, when coreference resolution is performed before the aspect extraction subtask.

Effectiveness of Cartoons, Comics, and Animation-Based Sexual Health Promotion and Education Interventions: A Scoping Review

Objective Sexual health education is crucial for promoting healthy sexual behaviors among people of all ages. Interventions involving cartoons, comics, and animations have emerged as effective tools due to their engaging and accessible nature. This scoping review explores the effectiveness of these interventions across different time frames and age groups. Methods Using the PICOS framework and PRISMA guidelines for scoping reviews, a review was conducted across 14 databases to include relevant studies published between 2000 and 31 May 2024. Results Analyzing 51 intervention studies meeting the inclusion/exclusion criteria revealed varied outcomes in interventions that highlight a significant shift in focus from developing educational tools and empowering youth in the earlier period (2000–2010) to implementing advanced technology-based cartoons, comics, and animations interventions and addressing diverse populations in the later period (2011–2024). The results of these studies were predominantly positive, with many reporting significant improvements in knowledge, behaviors, and engagement. Conclusion While many studies report positive outcomes, further investigation is needed into the long-term impact of digital-based cartoons, comics, and animation interventions on behavior change and health outcomes. Research should also explore the effectiveness of these tools in different cultural and socioeconomic contexts to ensure their broad applicability. Ongoing research and iterative development are warranted to ensure that these interventions continue to evolve and meet the changing needs of users in an increasingly digital world across diverse populations

Public sentiment and ethical considerations of ChatGPT in higher education: Insights from data analytics of conversations on platform X

In today’s fast-paced digital world, generative AI, especially OpenAI’s ChatGPT, has become a game-changing technology with significant effects on education. This study examines public sentiment and discourse surrounding ChatGPT’s role in higher education, as reflected on social media platform X (formerly Twitter). Employing a mixed-methods approach, we conducted a thematic analysis using Leximancer and Voyant Tools and sentiment analysis with SentiStrength on a dataset of 18,763 tweets, subsequently narrowed to 5655 through cleaning and preprocessing. Our findings identified five primary themes: Authenticity, Integrity, Creativity, Productivity, and Research. The sentiment analysis revealed that 46.6% of the tweets expressed positive sentiment, 38.5% were neutral, and 14.8% were negative. The results highlight a general openness to integrating AI in educational contexts, tempered by concerns about academic integrity and ethical considerations. This study underscores the need for ongoing dialogue and ethical frameworks to responsibly navigate AI’s incorporation into education. The insights gained provide a foundation for future research and policy-making, aiming to enhance learning outcomes while safeguarding academic values. Limitations include the focus on English-language tweets, suggesting future research should encompass a broader linguistic and platform scope to capture diverse global perspectives.

PEMANFAATAN TEKNOLOGI INFORMASI PADA SEKOLAH MENENGAH ATAS DI BELINYU

The implementation of infrastructure and development of information technology (IT) services in educational environments such as schools and campuses plays an important role in supporting quality learning experiences. Regarding the introduction of IT infrastructure and service development in the educational environment. IT infrastructure covers various aspects such as providing hardware and software to meet educational needs, providing a reliable communications network, and ensuring data and information security. Services provided include training for teachers in the use of learning technology, technical support for students and staff, as well as implementation of related policies. With the right infrastructure, students and lecturers can access learning resources efficiently and interact in a technology-integrated learning environment. This service also plays an important role in increasing the technological literacy of students and teachers and ensuring the smooth operation of systems in educational environments. The services provided at schools can have a positive impact on improving the quality of education, preparing students to face the challenges of the digital world, and creating an inclusive and innovative learning environment. A holistic and coordinated implementation approach and ongoing support from all stakeholders will be key to achieving this goal.

Advancements in AI-Driven Disaster Recovery: Predictive Failure Detection and Automated Data Protection

This article explores the transformative impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on disaster recovery systems in information technology. It examines how AI-driven solutions are revolutionizing traditional approaches to data protection and business continuity through advanced predictive analytics, automated backup mechanisms, and intelligent recovery processes. The research highlights the significant improvements achieved in recovery times, with some implementations reporting up to 60% faster recovery compared to conventional methods. Key aspects discussed include AI-powered predictive failure detection, automated data backup mechanisms, and the acceleration of recovery times. The article also delves into the enhancement of data availability through AI-driven replication strategies and intelligent failover mechanisms, emphasizing their critical role in maintaining operational resilience. Additionally, it addresses the challenges and considerations in implementing these advanced systems, including integration with existing infrastructure and the necessary adaptation of IT personnel. The article concludes by exploring future directions in AI algorithms for disaster recovery, potential integrations with cloud-based solutions, and the broader applications of these technologies across various industries. This comprehensive analysis underscores the pivotal role of AI in shaping the future of disaster recovery and business continuity strategies in an increasingly digital world.