Perceptions Of Security Research Articles

Assessing the Relationship between Young Professionals' Perceptions of Cyber security and Their Online Shopping Behaviour on E-Commerce Platforms in Koronadal City, Philippines

Purpose This study investigates the relationship between young professionals' perceptions of cyber security and their level of online shopping on e-commerce platforms in Koronadal City. Study design/methodology/approach A descriptive-correlational research design was employed to assess the socio-economic profile, cyber security concerns, and personal risk mitigation practices of 68 young professionals. Data were collected using a structured survey instrument and analyzed through frequency distribution, weighted mean, standard deviation, and simple linear regression. Findings The majority of respondents were aged 27 to 30, earned below PHP 10,000 monthly, and were primarily self-employed. Participants expressed high concerns regarding the security of personal and financial information, with data security being the highest concern (mean = 4.57). A significant inverse relationship was found between cybersecurity concerns and the level of e-commerce usage (β = -0.179, p = 0.046), indicating that greater concerns about cybersecurity led to lower online shopping frequency. Personal risk mitigation practices were moderate, with respondents frequently updating passwords and exercising caution with suspicious links, though the use of two-factor authentication remained inconsistent. Originality/value This study provides empirical insights into how cybersecurity concerns influence online shopping behavior among young professionals. The findings emphasize the need for e-commerce platforms to enhance security measures and transparency to improve consumer confidence. Additionally, the study underscores the importance of targeted cybersecurity education to encourage safer and more frequent e-commerce engagement.

Assessing Citizens’ Perceptions of Urban Agriculture and Its Contribution to Food Security—Worldwide Analysis and Specific Case Studies in Spain

There is growing worldwide concern about eating healthily and consuming local food. Consequently, urban agriculture has become a topical issue, especially in light of increasing demographics. The present article investigates and assesses how urban agriculture can be implemented to ensure greater food security and achieve sustainable development goals. The methodology consisted in distributing a worldwide survey, along with interviews with project managers of two urban agricultural practices in the cities of Valladolid and Segovia (Spain). The survey gathered 250 responses from nearly all continents, ensuring a diverse and global perspective and that most respondents were familiar with the concept of urban agriculture (80%) rather than food security (57.4%). The survey also revealed that 88.1% of respondents expressed their willingness to be engage in such projects. The interviews brought out a number of common points, such as ensuring that residents are properly aware about the value of integrating the food sector into cities and the benefits it provides, such as organizing activities and workshops, etc. However, promoting small organizations and start-ups linked to local production and consumption and integrating urban planning experts is crucial to ensure more resilient and sustainable cities. This research uniquely integrates quantitative survey data with in-depth qualitative case studies, linking global perceptions of urban agriculture and food security with local realities.

Digital tools and the learning of mathematics in basic education

In this work, the impact of digital tools on the learning of mathematics in basic education students was evaluated. The methodology combined qualitative and quantitative approaches, using surveys to collect data on the accessibility, usability, effectiveness, and security of digital tools, as well as on math performance. The results indicated that, although students have access to and frequently use digital tools, the perceived effectiveness is moderate due to the lack of teacher training. The perception of security and confidence in these tools varies, and the attitude towards learning mathematics shows an intermediate interest. The conclusions suggest the need to improve teacher training and optimize teaching and assessment strategies in mathematics.

How do Chinese people perceive their healthcare system? Inequality in public satisfaction with healthcare security

BackgroundSatisfaction with healthcare security is a critical indicator of the effectiveness of health systems. Social equity and trust and the financial burden of healthcare are key socioeconomic factors that can significantly influence residents’ perceptions of healthcare security. This study aims to investigate the impact of social equity and trust and medical burden on satisfaction with healthcare security and to analyze their potential interaction mechanisms.MethodsUsing data from 7,052 participants in the 2021 China General Social Survey, this study employed machine learning methods, including neural networks (NN), random forests (RF), and logistic regression (LR), to predict and classify satisfaction with healthcare security. Additionally, causal inference techniques were applied to identify the key determinants and estimate their effects on satisfaction levels, thereby uncovering the underlying causal mechanisms.ResultsThe predictive performance of the three machine learning methods was similar (p < 0.001). In the original models, the AUCs for LR, NN, and RF were 0.549, 0.563, and 0.534, respectively. After including factors related to social equity and trust, the AUCs for LR, NN, and RF improved to 0.633, 0.638, and 0.611, respectively. Among the three ML models, medical expenses and social equity and trust were identified as the most influential factors. Further causal analysis confirmed that higher levels of social equity and trust increased satisfaction with healthcare security, while a heavier medical burden reduced it. The analysis also revealed significant marginal effects, suggesting that the impact of social equity and trust varied across different levels.ConclusionThis study highlights the complex relationship between social equity and trust, medical burden, and satisfaction with healthcare security, offering theoretical support for understanding residents’ perceptions of healthcare security in various social contexts.

Factors influencing usage and loyalty for payment app customers in Saudi Arabia.

Factors influencing usage and loyalty for payment app customers in Saudi Arabia.

Perceptions of food and nutrition security among adults with CKD, non-dialysis: A mixed method study

Perceptions of food and nutrition security among adults with CKD, non-dialysis: A mixed method study

Post-disaster tourism governance; public perceptions of disaster mitigation and tourism safety post-tsunami in Tanjung Lesung, Indonesia

Tanjung Lesung, as a tourism Special Economic Zone (SEZ), faces significant challenges in restoring its tourism image after the disaster. Therefore, understanding public perceptions of mitigation efforts and traveller safety is critical in determining the effectiveness of destination recovery strategies. This study aims to analyse the influence of disaster mitigation, tourism security, satisfaction with sustainable tourism policies, and post-disaster psychological conditions on public perceptions of Tanjung Lesung after the tsunami. This study uses a quantitative approach with a survey method. Data was collected from 97 valid respondents and analysed using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modelling (PLS-SEM) with Smart PLS4 software. The results show that disaster mitigation and tourism security have a significant influence on community perceptions of tourist destinations. In addition, satisfaction with sustainable tourism policies acts as a mediator in the relationship between disaster mitigation and community perceptions. Other findings revealed that post-disaster psychological conditions have a significant impact on community satisfaction with tourism policies and their perceptions of tourist destination security. Based on the results of this study, an integrated approach that includes comprehensive disaster mitigation policies, improved tourism security, and attention to the psychological state of the community is needed to rebuild community trust in post-disaster tourist destinations. This study provides important insights for policy makers and destination managers in designing more effective recovery strategies to ensure the sustainability of the tourism sector in disaster-affected areas.

Determinant Factors for Farmers’ Investment on Forest Landscape Restoration in Soddo Zuria, Southern-Ethiopia

Forest landscape degradation poses a significant challenge in southern Ethiopia, contributing to food insecurity and rural migration. Despite various intervention programs, effective management of this vital resource remains inadequate, resulting in declining agricultural productivity. This study investigates the impact of various environmental and socio-economic factors on the adoption of tree planting practices on degraded landscapes. Primary data were collected from 149 household heads through structured questionnaires. Both descriptive and inferential statistics were used for data analysis. The chi-square statistic (χ² = 1.96, p = 0.581) indicates that there is no statistically significant relationship between slope type and tree planting adoption. Result also showed that contact with extension agents significantly boosts adoption rates for tree planting. The chi-square value (χ² = 5.604) with a p-value of 0.018 indicates a significant relationship between contact with extension agents and the adoption of tree planting. Additionally, training on tree planting did not significantly impact adoption rates (χ² = 0.032, p = 0.865), indicating that personal beliefs and cultural practices may play a more vital role. The probit regression results highlight several critical factors influencing the adoption of tree planting among households. Notably, the significance of land certificates and farmers’ perception of land tenure security underscores the importance of secure land rights in promoting sustainable agricultural practices. Larger farm sizes and livestock ownership also positively impact tree planting, indicating that resource availability plays a crucial role. In contrast, age, family size, education, and extension contact do not significantly influence tree planting behavior. This suggests that interventions aimed at enhancing tree planting adoption should focus on improving land security and providing resources rather than merely increasing educational outreach or extension services. The complexity of factors influencing adoption decisions highlights the importance of a nuanced policy-making approach that considers local contexts and individual circumstances, particularly regarding land rights and resource management.

Rural Migrant Workers in Urban China: Does Rural Land Still Matter?

The purpose of this study is to test the response of rural–urban migration to land endowment while recognizing the heterogeneity of land tenure security perceptions. Based on the survey data of 751 migrant workers in Nanjing City, the latent class model identifies the secured group and unsecured group, with a particular focus on how heterogeneous concepts of land tenure security mediate the above relationships. Empirical modeling explores how land endowment affects household labor distribution and individual migration decisions, taking the heterogeneity of tenure expectations into account. The key findings reveal the following: (1) an inverse U-shaped relationship between land endowment and household labor distribution, but not between land endowment and individual migrant decisions; (2) farm households who perceive land tenure as unsecured tend to send fewer household members as job-seeking migrants, even as their land endowment increases; (3) however, individual migration decisions under conditions of a secured land tenure reduce the risk of losing land and induce migrant workers to stay in cities. The findings contribute to advancing the institutional analysis of the impact of land endowment on household labor allocation and how land tenure security affects immigration decisions, providing empirical evidence for China’s rural revitalization policies, which would support reforms that secure land tenure, such as the second-round contracting renewal policy and the rural revitalization plan in China.

Navigating the Digital Minefield: The Impact of Social Media on Cybersecurity in Contemporary Literature and Culture

Abstract This research paper delves into the intersection of social media and cybersecurity through the lens of contemporary literature and cultural discourse. By analyzing how social media platforms are portrayed in literary works, films, and public narratives, the study highlights the ethical, societal, and linguistic implications of cybersecurity in the digital age. Drawing on examples from Dave Eggers’ The Circle, Shoshana Zuboff’s The Age of Surveillance Capitalism, and documentaries like The Social Dilemma, the paper argues that social media has reshaped societal perceptions of privacy, identity, and security. The study also examines the role of language in shaping public awareness of cyber threats and calls for a more nuanced understanding of the ethical responsibilities of social media companies and users alike. The findings suggest that while social media provides unprecedented connectivity, it also exposes individuals to various cyber risks, necessitating informed digital literacy and stronger data protection policies. Keywords: social media, cybersecurity, contemporary literature, discourse analysis, privacy, ethics, digital literacy

Digital Realm and Online Shopping Intention in Palestine: The Mediation-Moderating Effect of Trust in Online Shopping and Knowledge Persuasion

The rapid growth of the digital economy has changed consumer buying behavior, especially online shopping. Advances in digital infrastructure, payment methods, and logistics have driven global e-commerce expansion exponentially. However, low government confidence creates a high-risk environment that discourages internet shopping. This is especially critical for Palestine because instability and weak consumer protection policies affected online security perceptions. Thus, this study examines how digital realms affect online shoppers’ buying intentions in Westbank Palestinian. The research was conducted by using primary data and survey questionnaires were distributed to 350 online shoppers in the Milliners in the West Bank Palestine. The data collected were analysed using structural equation modelling to test the hypotheses. The study provides findings indicating that green digital marketing practices and e-word of mouth directly influence online purchase intention. The findings of indirect effect also revealed that trust in online shopping mediate the relationship between digital realms and online purchase intention. However, the moderating role of persuasion knowledge does not influence the nexus between digital realms and online purchase intention. Thus, the Palestinian digital space presents vast potential for the growth of e-commerce. Consequently, it is important to bridge trust issues, infrastructural limitations, and regulatory hurdles for improving purchase intention in online shopping. The study suggests the increased use of e-commerce websites in buying is a sign of a new trend in consumer behavior, especially among the new generation. Finally, cybersecurity laws and other regulations must encourage better security against cyber-attacks and must enforce e-commerce consumer protection regulations.

Miedo a la victimización en Guanajuato

Starting from the fact that the perception of insecurity and security itself is the main problem in the life of the state's citizens, the study of fear of victimization takes on a very important role for people's daily lives and quality of life. Considering that this fear is related to the incidence of crime in the local context, the main objective of this study was to understand the fear of victimization of people from León Guanajuato and the effects that sociodemographic variables could have on it. The results show differences in the fear of victimization due to the perception of the socioeconomic level at the national level and at the neighborhood level, as well as the effect of the educational level. Highlights the relationship between the two factors of fear of victimization. The reported data allows us to identify subjective and individual characteristics that support the presence of fear of victimization.

Return of Syrians: Myth or Reality

The Syrian civil war, which began in 2011, has resulted in one of the largest refugee crises since World War II, displacing millions of Syrians both internally and internationally. Türkiye, which hosts over 3 million Syrian refugees, has become a focal point for discussions on refugee return and integration. With the collapse of the Ba'athist regime in December 2024 and the rise of Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), the question of whether Syrian refugees will return to their homeland or remain in Türkiye has gained urgency. This paper employs the Conflict Model of Migration to analyze the physical, political, legal, economic, and social conditions influencing Syrian refugees' decisions to return or stay. The study argues that refugees' perceptions of human security in both Türkiye and Syria play a critical role in shaping their migration choices. While Türkiye offers relative stability and access to basic services, ongoing political instability, economic devastation, and social fragmentation in Syria create significant barriers to return. The paper concludes that, in the short to medium term, most Syrian refugees are likely to remain in Türkiye due to the perceived insecurities in their home country. However, the Turkish government's efforts to facilitate repatriation, coupled with international support, may influence future return dynamics. This study contributes to broader discussions on refugee crises, integration policies, and the long-term implications of mass displacement.

A STUDY ON PERCEPTION OF SOCIAL MEDIA USERS TOWARDS CYBER CRIME

With the rise of social media platforms, Instagram has become one of the most popular channels for sharing personal content and engaging with global communities. However, as the platform grows, so do concerns over data privacy and security. This study investigates users' perception of data privacy and security on Instagram, especially focusing on how users understand and manage their personal information shared on the platform. Data has been collected through a survey method by random sampling by questionnaire (made in Google form). A total of 100 responses were collected and analysed. While doing research, we found that users' awareness of Instagram's privacy settings, their trust in the platform’s security measures and their general concerns regarding data breaches and the use of personal data. The study underscores the need for improved user education and stronger data protection to address privacy concerns and enhance trust in the platform. It concludes that for Instagram to maintain its popularity and user base, it must prioritize a more secure digital environment. Keywords: Data privacy, Instagram, Personal data, Social media.

Enhancing student-centered walking environments on university campuses through street view imagery and machine learning.

Campus walking environments significantly influence collegestudents'daily lives and shape their subjective perceptions. However, previous studies have been constrained by limited sample sizes and inefficient, time-consuming methodologies. To address these limitations, we developed a deep learning framework to evaluate campus walking perceptions across four universities in China's Yangtze River Delta region. Utilizing 15,596 Baidu Street View Images (BSVIs), and perceptual ratings from 100 volunteers across four dimensions-aesthetics, security, depression, and vitality-we employed four machine learning models to predict perceptual scores. Our results demonstrate that the Random Forest (RF) model outperformed others in predicting aesthetics, security, and vitality, while linear regression was most effective for depression. Spatial analysis revealed that perceptions of aesthetics, security, and vitality were concentrated in landmark areas and regions with high pedestrian flow. Multiple linear regression analysis indicated that buildings exhibited stronger correlations with depression (β = 0.112) compared to other perceptual aspects. Moreover, vegetation (β = 0.032) and meadows (β = 0.176) elements significantly enhanced aesthetics. This study offers actionable insights for optimizing campus walking environments from a student-centered perspective, emphasizing the importance of spatial design and visual elements in enhancingstudents'perceptual experiences.

Women not ageing in place: managing feelings of security, social safeness and emotional wellbeing

Abstract The concept of security, with its various dimensions, is fundamental to the field of ageing literature. However, feeling safe does not always equate to feeling at ease or being comfortable with people and places. Building on these premises, this article presents and analyses the factors involved in the perception of security and social safeness among women ageing in a top-down co-housing project and a nursing home in Italy. This country has one of Europe’s oldest populations, and the ageing population phenomenon is particularly notable in the Veneto region. In response to changing demographics, the search for alternative housing solutions and associated innovative paradigms of care and support has been gaining ground in recent years. Our study analysed data gathered from women who decided not to age in place. Fieldwork was carried out in one of the most densely populated provinces in the Veneto region during 2022 and 2023. The methodology was qualitative and consisted of in-depth interviews, a focus group and a workshop. Participants were 11 self-sufficient older women, aged 75 and over, living in these facilities. Among the elements that contribute to the perception of social safeness, the following stood out: material and structural factors, physical and emotional factors, relational factors and factors linked to independence and autonomy. Finally, the article stresses the need to study social safeness in greater depth, as it could become a new line of social science research capable of providing relevant information on the housing needs of older adults.

Research trends in mobile payment adoption: Research trends and agenda

This study explores the adoption of mobile payments as a research field to understand the technological, socioeconomic, and cultural factors that influence the understanding of the users’ experience and satisfaction and attract more users. It is vital to examine the research trends in the adoption of mobile payments from a systematic literature review using PRISMA 2020 to select 63 documents from Scopus and WOS. Among the results, the most used models for this analysis are extended TAM and extended UTAUT. The most representative variables in the studies are social influence, security perception, risk perception, trust and perceived usefulness. It is concluded that the future research agenda should focus on topics such as biometric authentication, payment flexibility and contactless payments. In addition, from the business perspective, there is a focus on designing innovative interfaces that are more intuitive for users.

Safety in an unsafe world: Perceptions of security among Syrian refugees in Turkey

This paper draws on 380 face-to-face interviews with Syrian refugees living in Istanbul. It considers their perceptions of risk and safety in Istanbul. It does so by drawing on the criminological literature on fear of crime to relate the lived experiences of refugees to their perceptions of security in an unsafe world, namely the problems they have experienced on their journey to Istanbul; the extent to which they are well established in Türkiye; their contact with the police and attitude toward the police and other public services; their social, physiological, and psychological vulnerability; and their relationship with and reliance upon community and state. Overall, we conclude that revising the concepts used for explaining fear of crime in a conventional context successfully accounts for variations between refugees living in an unsafe world.

Institutional economics of tourism safety and security: Insights from tourists and industry operators

The study analyzes how domestic and foreign tourists and tour operators perceive safety and security facilities while adopting an institutional economic approach. Every security system in the tourism industry meets requirements set by both formal rules from law enforcement and regulatory frameworks and informal rules based on trust and social norms. The analysis focuses on evaluating primary safety measures that involve police protection and physical accommodation accessibility and emergency setups among other fundamental elements like supervisor training and security instructions as well as bag safety and family defense system and parking system and staff medical equipment. The research obtained its data primarily from 320 domestic tourists alongside 80 foreign tourists and 50 tour operators who inhabited major tourist sites in Karnataka through a stratified sampling methodology. A specific questionnaire gathered data to assess how successfully safety facilities were both available and functional. Researchers applied Chi-square technique to explore how demographic traits (age, gender, marital status) influence measurements of safety and security perceptions. Statistical data validates that demographic variables link to tourist observations about safety infrastructure. The analysis used factor analysis to group security and safety elements under three categories that included institutional safety measures and safety aids and family unit security. ANOVA analysis revealed that both tourists and tour operators do not differ in their satisfaction ratings regarding institutional safety measures. The study demonstrates how institutional structures determine how people perceive safety levels and affect tourism sector performance regarding economic expansion. Tourism sustainability depends heavily on strong institutional governance and firm regulatory monitoring as well as trustworthy security measures in order to protect destination safety. The research delivers guidelines which suggest improvements to safety protocols to enhance institutional defense capabilities which will boost tourism economic value as the main growth source.

A Comprehensive Analysis of E-Wallet Usage Among Youth

The Digital Payment systems surge has reshaped the financial habits for people, especially youth. The usage habits, preferences, and security perceptions of e-wallet users between the ages of 18-24 are investigated in this study. A survey was given to college students and other related individuals. The data obtained based on the responses was then used to provide insight into youth consumer usage patterns. The research conclusions offer a basis to understand how e-wallets influence users' financial transactions and also know more about their thoughts on data security related to e-wallets