Information Sphere Research Articles

Information Function of the State: Essence and Main Features in the Theoretical Approaches of Domestic Researchers

In the context of informatization of society, the issue of the relationship between government activities and information is relevant. There are not many works devoted to the study of the information function of the state in domestic science. The paper examines and analyzes the theoretical approaches of domestic researchers, set out in the author’s monographs. Scientists consider the information function as one of the main functions of the state, which has subfunctions that were previously expressed in a pre-functional state. Through the «goal — task — function» algorithm, the concept is revealed, the prerequisites for the formation, signs, means and methods of the information function are given. The paper draws attention to the peculiarity of the function, which is expressed in the influence on people’s consciousness through information influence. Since the information function involves managing the information sphere, the relationship between the concepts of «information sphere» and «information space» is considered, and a definition of the information sphere is given. As a result, essential characteristics and a generalized definition of the information function are formulated. An area requiring further study is noted.

Open online courses technology in the professional ICT training

Relevance. Under the conditions of continuous social and economic development, and increasing the volumes of knowledge in all areas of society, the system of vocational education and training is facing new challenges. It is important for future employees in the sphere of information and communication technologies (ICT) to maintain their competitiveness in the labour market. Job seekers in this field need not only technical knowledge and skills but also the ability to adapt to changing conditions. Self-employment currently is a very relevant form of learning which allows you to achieve the above-mentioned qualities. Given the level of technological development and the objective challenges faced by humanity (e.g., the coronavirus pandemic), self-employment in this field almost automatically implies the acquisition of professional skills in a remote format. Purpose. With the introduction of modern tools into higher vocational education, a detailed analysis of the different aspects of this process is required to identify the main trends available within the scope of online ICT courses and to assess the prospects for their use. Methodology. In this study, along with regular, general scientific methods of research, a range of specific methods have been applied, including content analysis, methods of induction and deduction, and a systematic approach. Results. The study analyses the main characteristics of the distance learning format, its place in the modern pedagogical discourse, and the various directions of professional skills acquisition in the field of ICT, which take place in a remote format. Ways in which professionals can verify the acquired skills will also be considered. Conclusions. The information to be presented in the article is applicable as a reference, additional information for future ICT workers, and a wide range of readers interested in the topic of information technology.

What is the noosphere? Planetary superorganism, major evolutionary transition and emergence

AbstractThe noosphere remains an underappreciated and understudied idea despite that it provides unique hope towards a positive and meaningful global integration. A core reason for this lack of attention is that its very definition is often unclear both in the West with Teilhard de Chardin and in the East with Vernadsky. I show how Living Systems Theory can clarify two fundamental meanings: the noosphere as a planetary superorganism and the noosphere as a sphere of mind, storing, processing and spreading information. I also present two key aspects to better grasp the concept: the noosphere as a planetary major evolutionary transition and the noosphere as the emergence of something radically new, which might include a planetary consciousness, or a planet seeking to find or contact other noospheres.

Accommodation of activities of Ukrainian libraries under marital law

The purpose of the article is to provide an argumentative identification of a qualitatively new direction in the activities of Ukrainian libraries under martial law – socio-productive. The methodological basis of the article is based on general scientific methods such as abstract and logical, analysis, cognitive, and synthesis. Dialectical, objectivity, systemic, and structural-functional approaches to scientific knowledge are applied. The scientific novelty of the article consists in revealing the peculiarities of the functioning of Ukrainian libraries under martial law. Such traditional areas of activity in the conditions of the Russian-Ukrainian war, as information and communication, information and advisory, scientific, socio-cultural and local studies, should be supplemented with socio-productive ones. The proposed material enriches the theory of modern librarianship about the changing role of libraries in society under the influence of socio-political processes, determining the new quality of the Ukrainian library institute as an active participant in nation-building processes. The practical significance of the obtained results lies in the application of the acquired best experience of library practice in the activities of library institutions of all systems and departments in order to positively strengthen their image and reputation. Conclusions. In the conditions of the Russian-Ukrainian war, the library social institute immediately reacted to the events in the state, changing the algorithm of its functioning with a reorientation to socio-political requests. Among the main traditional areas of activity, the socio-productive one definitely stood out. That is, the library has shown itself as an adaptive system that rationally transforms the work algorithm in order to maintain the optimal state in accordance with the changing conditions of the external environment. The genesis of the strategy for the development of the Ukrainian library and information sphere is consistent with the strategies of national economic, social and humanitarian development

Characteristics of crimes committed with the use of information and telecommunication technologies or in the sphere of computer information in modern conditions

The article studies the features of crimes committed with the use of information and telecommunication technologies or in the sphere of computer information in modern conditions, as well as identifies the leading directions and measures to counteract such crimes. Types of crimes and their statistics are analyzed. Special attention is paid to the personality of criminals, their classification. The main causes of crimes and their connection with the behavior of the victim are studied.

ОБЕСПЕЧЕНИЕ ИНФОРМАЦИОННОЙ БЕЗОПАСНОСТИ РОССИИ В РАМКАХ РЕАЛИЗАЦИИ КОНЦЕПЦИИ ВНЕШНЕЙ ПОЛИТИКИ

The article deals with the analysis of the provisions of the new Foreign Policy Concept of the Russian Federation in 2023 concerning ensuring the country’s information security in modern conditions. The article shows how this document can specify certain provisions of the National Security Strategy of the Russian Federation, including in the information sphere. The author shows how the Concept under consideration can make it possible to build, among other things, promising international relations that ensure the information security of Russia, based on a conceptual framework. Attention is paid to the issues of ensuring the national security of the state in the framework of the processes of expanding relations with countries that are positively disposed towards the Russian Federation, erasing dividing lines, and establishing long-term relations, taking into account modern realities. The article emphasizes and develops the position that the priority for Russia is to ensure global security, based on the principle of respect for the requirements of ensuring the national security of different countries, including in the information sphere, and the mission of the Russian Federation is to maintain a global balance of power. The author analyzes, in relation to the issues of ensuring the information security of the Russian Federation, the provision of the Concept regarding the fact that Russia does not oppose itself to the United States and its allies, but at the same time it provides for the possibility of using armed forces in the event of a hypothetical attack on Russia or its allies in order to maintain a balanced and just world.

Cooperation of Russia and Armenia in the sphere of information: impact of diaspora and public organizations

Cooperation of Russia and Armenia in the sphere of information: impact of diaspora and public organizations

Legal mechanism for regulating responsibilities in the information sphere

Legal mechanism for regulating responsibilities in the information sphere

Механізми впливу інформаційної агресії на свідомість громадян: соціально-психологічний аспект

The article defines the mechanisms of information aggression influence on citizens’ consciousness, taking into account the social and psychological characteristics and components of such influence. The relevant mechanisms are presented as cognitive, emotional and social processes that affect the nature of information perception by individuals or groups, their thinking, activity, direction of activity, are used to form and change motives, attitudes, behaviour and needs. These include mechanisms and effects of social perception, mechanisms and phenomena of perception, memory, attention, influence on public opinion, manipulation of consciousness and informational violence. Attention is drawn to the fact that the mechanisms of information aggression influence on citizens’ consciousness are constantly being improved and modified. It is emphasized that the use of mechanisms of destructive informational and psychological influence in conditions of information aggression allows to program actions and behaviour, manipulate consciousness and misinform citizens, predisposing them to make the right decision and behaviour. Understanding the mechanisms of information aggression influence, which poses a threat to the national interests and national security of Ukraine in the information sphere, is one of the ways to ensure individual, group and mass consciousness of citizens. Prospects for further research are outlined, which consist in determining the specifics of information aggression influence on different population groups in the context of the problem of countering the consciousness’ manipulation and the formation of critical thinking as a security factor of citizens.

“Crimean Issue” and the Civilizational Foundations of Russia’s Foreign Policy in the Context of a Global Hybrid War

The article examines the role of the phenomenon of civilizational identity in Russia’s foreign policy in the context of the current hybrid confrontation based on the study of the parameters of the possibilities for resolving the “Crimean issue”. The essence of the global hybrid conflict between Russia and the West is analyzed, the possibilities of using the concept of civilizational identity as a geopolitical toolkit are determined. Aim . Unleashing the potential of the concept of civilizational identity in the global hybrid confrontation with the collective West in the context of the formation of a polycentric world order based on the experience of resolving the “Crimean issue”.Tasks. Determine the essence and parameters of the global geopolitical conflict in modern world political conditions; to characterize the role of the civilizational identity of the Crimean population in solving the “Crimean issue”, to identify the potential of civilizational identity for solving domestic and foreign political problems, taking into account Russian national interests.Methods. Geopolitical approach, system analysis, retrospective method, document analysis.Results . The study showed the need for the formation and conceptualization of the civilizational foundations of Russia’s foreign policy. This should be a larger-scale policy that is creative in nature and translates the principles of justice and peaceful interstate relations. Changes in Russian foreign policy thinking can bring positive results — to strengthen the Russian statehood, Russia’s international subjectivity, lay the foundations for a truly polycentric world order and expand the boundaries of the Russian world.Conclusions . The concept of civilizational identity acts as a universal an d effective tool for solving the “Crimean issue” and therefore should be considered both as a basic social value, and as a mandatory category of state document strategies, and as a formative element in th e information sphere.

Криминологические риски и проблемы квалификации публичной демонстрации порнографических материалов с использованием сети интернет

During the analysis of the phenomenon of “webcams” within the context of the criminal legislation of the Russian Federation, its social danger was investigated. Judicial practice was analyzed, and the author provided comments regarding its interpretation and understanding. Directions for further research and study of “webcams” from a legal perspective are proposed. The problem of illegal distribution of pornographic materials, especially involving minors, in the context of the development of digital and information-telecommunication technologies was identified. The author notes that such websites often have short lifespans and use additional or backup sources to avoid being blocked by law enforcement agencies. These crimes are difficult to detect and prosecute due to the anonymity provided by the Internet. Methods of combating illegal distribution of pornographic content in the information sphere were identified, including responding to user complaints, reacting to signals from Roskomnadzor (Russian Federal Service for Supervision of Communications, Information Technology and Mass Media), and independent monitoring and removal of unlawful content. However, the author emphasizes that social networks are merely information intermediaries, and the content is created by users. The development of digital technologies, such as online broadcasts and webcam shows, has contributed to the expansion of the porn industry and facilitated users’ access to pornographic websites.

Peacebuilding strategy in training of young scientists In conditions of information risks

The relevance of the topic of this paper is determined by the transformation of information society which creates both benefits and risks. Hybrid wars are one of the information risks consequences. In the scientific theory the informational challenges of hybrid warfare include informational occupation of regions, spread of disinformation and propaganda. The strategic information confrontation is a real instrument which is used by Russia in its previous hybrid war against Ukraine as well as in its current real aggression in Ukraine. In conditions of the real war in Ukraine this instrument is continued to be used by Russia and creates new social challenges for the whole world. The subject of the study is an overview of scientific publications in the field of development of information society, information risks, peacebuilding strategy in the training of young scientists etc. The aim of this study was to conduct a thorough analysis of the publications and legislative documents devoted to the countermeasures of Ukraine in hybrid war with Russia on the information sphere, especially in the work with young scientists. The analysis revealed that the formation of peacebuilding strategy with countermeasures against information risks should be implemented by higher education establishments in the training of young scientists such as PhD students and closely connected with both national legislative documents regulating PhD studies and international legislation in the field of human rights protection.

METHODOLOGY FOR ASSESSING THE IMPACT OF INFORMATION THREATS IN THE CONDITIONS OF INFORMATION CONFRONTATION

The problem of information confrontation as rivalry in the information sphere with the aim of influencing various aspects of social relations is extremely important in the period of hybrid war. The object of the study was to the models of the dissemination of information and models of information confrontation. The goal of the work is the determine the features of the dissemination of informational threats in the conditions of informational and psychological conflict using a mathematical model based on modern achievements of social psychology, and to find optimal modes of informational dissemination and means of neutralizing informational threats. Mathematical models are proposed that describe the processes of the dissemination of informational threats in the conditions of informational and psychological conflict based on the innovation diffusion model and rivalry models. It is assumed that two flows of information dissemination in society so that each individual can become a supporter of one or the other side. The peculiarities of the methods of choosing behavioral strategies by subjects of influence in the social network during information confrontations are analyzed. The conditions under which one of the parties to the conflict can achieve an advantage by systematically varying the characteristics of the process have been studied. Based on the analysis of mathematical models of the dissemination of information threats, meaningful characteristics are defined, the management of which will reduce or neutralize the impact of the flow of negative information. The presented mathematical models allow to make for both quantitative and qualitative analysis of the main characteristics of the dynamics of information confrontation. The prospects for further research may consist in the generalization of the proposed models for a larger number of information flows and taking into account the dynamics of changes over time in the intensity of information dissemination and other characteristics.

Інформаційно-психологічне протиборство в умовах війни

B a c k g r o u n d . The information sphere, being a system-forming factor of society's life, actively influences the state of political, economic, defence and other components of state security. Information-psychological warfare (IPW) originated in ancient times. It arose simultaneously with the appearance of armed conflict as a component of armed struggle in the form of destroying the forces and means of armed struggle of the enemy and a psychological means of weakening the combat power of the enemy and raising the morale of its troops. Ukraine's national security is significantly dependent on the state of informational and psychological warfare, and this dependence will grow along with technological progress. M e t h o d s . A theoretical analysis of scientific publications on a specific issue was used; comparative analysis of regulatory documents on informational and psychological warfare; generalization and synthesis. R e s u l t s . The content, role and significance of information and psychological warfare in the context of modern forms and methods of information warfare in conditions of war are considered. The essence of informational and psychological warfare as a system of informational and psychological influences on the informational resources of the enemy, the consciousness and feelings of its military personnel and the population, as well as a set of measures to protect one's own informational and psychological resources, is defined. The constituent parts, tasks, principles and functions of information warfare are defined and analyzed. The trends of informational and psychological warfare in the conditions of war are revealed and its orientation at the operational and tactical level in everyday activities during the preparation and conduct of hostilities is analyzed. The author identified the problematic issues of informational and psychological warfare in modern conditions and explored their features in the context of threats to the national security of Ukraine. C o n c l u s i o n s . Presented modern views on the essence, forms and methods of conducting information and psychological warfare of the leading world states that are leaders in this area can be used for the development of the necessary national methodological base and the development of scientifically based recommendations, and in the future, substantiated normative legal acts on the organization and conducting informational and psychological warfare in war conditions.

СУЧАСНІ ТЕНДЕНЦІЇ РОЗВИТКУ БАНКІВСЬКИХ ІННОВАЦІЙ У СВІТІ

This work focuses on the fact that the rapid development and spread of new information and communication technologies has led to radical changes in the information sphere at the global level, which has a significant impact both on financial markets as a whole and on various sectors in which banks play an important role as financial intermediaries. It is noted that modern banks operate in conditions of rapid and irreversible changes in technology, competition in the market for banking services, the growth of non-banking organizations, changes in customer behavior and regulatory changes. This work analyzes the strategy of building the e-Stonia information society, the main principles of its functioning and the main components. Some characteristics of innovations introduced into the banking environment are determined. The most common types of innovative banking products are presented. The process of digitalization of relations between banks and other financial market participants is analyzed. It is noted that the interest in the banking system in the conditions of the digital economy is due to the need to solve a number of specific issues outlined in this article. The main changes in the functioning of the banking system as a result of the digitalization of the economy are analyzed. The need for further research into the security of banking operations is emphasized, taking into account the instability of world financial markets, technical progress and the potential of financial crises.. The article defines the classification of threats that pose risks to banking security in two directions. A list of conditions guaranteeing the financial security of banks is also given, and the principles reflecting the process of ensuring financial security in the banking sector are detailed. The main components that make up the bank's financial security have been determined. It was established that the factors affecting the financial security of banks lead to the loss of the bank's resource base (capital, labor resources and client base), lack of access to digital technologies and the full functioning of the financial institution. It is believed that the direct impact of digitalization on economic growth is related to the level of its innovativeness.

ОСОБЛИВОСТІ ІНФОРМАЦІЙНОЇ ПОЛІТИКИ В ПРОЦЕСІ ЄВРОІНТЕГРАЦІЇ УКРАЇНИ

The features of information policy in the process of European integration of Ukraine are analyzed. It is well-founded that the problem of political information in the European integration process of Ukraine is at the center of the search for the informatization of Ukrainian society. It is argued that in order to solve these issues, it is necessary to evaluate legislation and scientific and practical developments and research in the field of information policy of Ukraine. A comparison of the law of the EU and Ukraine is shown, as well as an analysis of the prospects for European integration of Ukraine in the information sphere. Accordingly, the question arises of the lack of proper practice and effectiveness of information policy in the process of European integration of Ukraine. By comparing the experience of the EU and Ukraine, it is shown that the study of information policy in the context of European integration is urgent in the context of war, as it helps to understand how policymakers can reduce the digital divide, promote digital integration and encourage digital innovation to increase competitiveness, employment and societal well-being. The development of an effective information policy in the context of European integration requires an understanding of the legislative and regulatory framework that regulates the introduction and spread of digital technologies in Europe.

Legal mechanism for regulating responsibilities in the information sphere

Legal mechanism for regulating responsibilities in the information sphere

Формування українського національного інформаційного простору в умовах війни

Statement of the problem and its relevance. After the Russian aggression, an increasing number of citizens began to realize the importance of the Ukrainian language and culture for the preservation of their territory and the integrity of the state. This raises the question of the need at the state level to create all the necessary conditions for strengthening the communicative and demographic potential of the Ukrainian language, improving the linguistic culture of the population, increasing the share of Ukrainian- language cultural and informational products, and enhancing the status of the Ukrainian language as a language of interethnic communication and understanding. The aim of the research and its main objectives are to investigate the state and issues related to the formation of the Ukrainian national information space in the context of war, substantiate the need for improving the state language policy towards the promotion of the Ukrainian language, and strengthening the Ukrainian language in the communicative and information space of Ukraine. Analysis of recent research and publications. The development of the information society in Ukraine and the issues of state information policy in Ukraine have been studied by I. Binko, V. Karpenko, O. Kondratenko, O. Lytvynenko, S. Matviyenko, and Yu. Shmalenko. The delineation of previously unresolved parts of the overall problem. Unresolved important issues include the formation of the Ukrainian national information space, where the Ukrainian state language would dominate, and the quality of Ukrainian- language content. This has become particularly relevant during the war, as the functioning of the Ukrainian national information space impacts national consolidation and the formation of Ukrainian national identity. Teaching the main research material with an explanation of the obtained results. The national information space is an important factor in ensuring the informational component of national security and the formation of national identity. It should be based on objective information, quality national informational products in the state language, and cultural diversity. A crucial aspect in the process of shaping and operating the Ukrainian information space in accordance with new socio-political realities is ensuring citizens' rights to receive objective information in the state language and the creation of high-quality Ukrainian- language content. The legal basis for these processes is provided by the laws of Ukraine "On Ensuring the Functioning of the Ukrainian Language as the State Language" and "On Media." Conclusions and Prospects for Further Research. In the process of shaping the Ukrainian language and information space and defending national interests in the information sphere, it is advisable to ensure: legislative recognition of the status of the national information space, protection at the legislative level of the Ukrainian information space from foreign influences; state support (tax, financial, organizational) in the creation and popularization of quality Ukrainian-language cultural and informational products; filling the media space of Ukraine (television, radio), internet resources with Ukrainian- language cultural products; monitoring compliance with legislation regarding the functioning of the Ukrainian language as a state language. The subject of further scientific research will be the question of public initiatives to promote the formation and protection of the Ukrainian national information space.

Economic and Legal Principles of Cybersecurity as a Prerequisite for the Introduction of Special Economic Regimes

The article conducts a scientific and practical study of the economic and legal aspects of the State policy in the field of cybercrime and its impact on business development in a particular region, country, etc. It is determined that the massive spread of cybercrime, the lack of effective mechanisms for combating economic crimes, and the leveling of conceptual approaches to creating an effective mechanism for legal support of the business environment development have a negative impact on the investment environment in particular and on ensuring sustainable development of the State as a whole. The author analyzes the regulatory and legal documents which form the legal basis of the mechanism for combating cybercrime, both at the international and national levels. The author identifies the weaknesses of the national system of legal regulation of cybersecurity. The author points out the sufficiency and fragmented nature of legislative support for cybersecurity and counteraction to the growth of economic crimes.
 It is established that the significant vulnerability of Ukraine's information sphere is due to the excessive use of foreign-made material and technical means. It is emphasized that the international scale of the fight against cybercrime requires clarification and harmonization of national legislation in order to be able to cooperate with law enforcement agencies abroad. The article focuses on the low efficiency of Ukraine's current cybersecurity system and the urgent need to improve and optimize it. Achieving this will not only solve the problem of information space security, but also ensure the continuity and sustainability of Ukraine's economic development.
 It is determined that one of the priority areas of work in the field of creating optimal conditions for business is the fight against computer crimes in the economic sphere. Among the main tasks in this area of activity is to counteract the legalization of shadow income. The analysis of money laundering schemes shows that organized crime is very interested in using the capabilities of electronic payment systems which allow for instant money transfers with almost complete anonymity of counterparties.

The need to take into account the international experience of legal regulation in the field of protection of information about children

The article examines the relevance of personal data protection, in particular of children, in the context of the rapid development of the Internet and the information sphere. The author analyzes the principles and peculiarities of legal regulation of children's personal data protection as defined by the UN Convention and the Law of Ukraine "On Protection of Childhood".
 The author assesses the impact of the Data Protection Regulation on Ukrainian legislation and the need for harmonization with European standards for the full protection of children's personal data. Comparison of the provisions of the Regulation with the national legislation reveals significant differences, in particular, the absence of separate regulation of children's personal data and the principles of processing such data. The author expresses a position on the need to harmonize Ukrainian legislation with European standards as an important component of effective personal data protection. The author also analyzes the provisions of the Draft Law No. 8153 "On Personal Data Protection" and concludes that the Draft Law is aimed at establishing compliance with European standards, expanding the principles of data processing and establishing new consent requirements. Important changes relate to terminology, processing rules, protection of children's data, financial responsibility and other aspects, however, the issue of protection of children's personal data as a separate category has not been given due attention.
 The author concludes that today the issue of personal data protection, in particular of children, is regulated by numerous international and national legal acts. At the same time, it is noted that the EU Regulation provides for special protection of children's rights, which is different from the Law of Ukraine "On Personal Data Protection", and Draft Law No. 8153 leaves aside the issue of protection of personal data of a child specifically. As a result, it is noted that in order to reduce risks, it is necessary to take into account the principles of the Regulation in national legislation, in particular transparency and limitation of settings. It is also important to raise the legal culture of citizens in the field of personal data protection, contributing to the improvement of the regulatory environment.