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Innovation, Sustainability, and Technological Megatrends in the Face of Uncertainties
  • Language: en

Innovation, Sustainability, and Technological Megatrends in the Face of Uncertainties

  • Type: Book
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  • Published: 2024-01-12
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  • Publisher: Springer

This edited book focuses on the multidimensional aspects of the technological megatrends shaping our global economic system's social, economic, and geopolitical order in the face of uncertainties. With continued shocks, economic downturns, socio-political crises, climate change, and waves of pandemics that pose an existential threat, technological forces have significant effects in defining our path. In this book, by focusing on recent innovations and technological megatrends, the authors assess the sustainability of such human developments in the face of uncertainty. The book analyses the core developments, and trending tech solutions that pause challenges and bring opportunities for businesses and the economies as our global economy emerges from the devastating economic downturn caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond. The book appeals to professionals wanting to assess how technological developments and innovation will impact their areas, but also to researchers interested in the impact on businesses, industries and economies.

Innovation, Sustainability, and Technological Megatrends in the Face of Uncertainties
  • Language: en
  • Pages: 227

Innovation, Sustainability, and Technological Megatrends in the Face of Uncertainties

This edited book focuses on the multidimensional aspects of the technological megatrends shaping our global economic system's social, economic, and geopolitical order in the face of uncertainties. With continued shocks, economic downturns, socio-political crises, climate change, and waves of pandemics that pose an existential threat, technological forces have significant effects in defining our path. In this book, by focusing on recent innovations and technological megatrends, the authors assess the sustainability of such human developments in the face of uncertainty. The book analyses the core developments, and trending tech solutions that pause challenges and bring opportunities for businesses and the economies as our global economy emerges from the devastating economic downturn caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond. The book appeals to professionals wanting to assess how technological developments and innovation will impact their areas, but also to researchers interested in the impact on businesses, industries and economies.

Concepts, Technologies, Challenges, and the Future of Web 3
  • Language: en
  • Pages: 628

Concepts, Technologies, Challenges, and the Future of Web 3

  • Type: Book
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  • Published: 2023-08-29
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  • Publisher: IGI Global

Web3 is a term which refers to the third generation of the World Wide Web; it is a decentralized internet architecture that uses blockchain technology, smart contracts, and other decentralized technologies to create a more secure and transparent internet.Concepts, Technologies, Challenges, and the Future of Web 3 is led by researchers with a valuable mix of industry and academic experience. The book delves into the concepts of decentralization, trustlessness, and interoperability and explores the challenges of Web3, including scalability, security, and regulatory compliance. It examines the current and potential future use cases of Web3, such as decentralized finance, supply chain management...

Financial Technologies and DeFi
  • Language: en
  • Pages: 150

Financial Technologies and DeFi

The hunt for new forms of value generation is shaping the future of economic and financial interactions, leading to the emergence of innovative business models and technological enablers. Other than challenging our time and space limits, such technological advancements, in some cases, have allowed the generation of value at nearly zero marginal cost. Inevitably, emergent tech solutions are fundamental game changers in digital and conventional finance. In this regard, the book fleshes out the core developments and trending fintech 2.0 solutions that pause challenges and bring opportunities for businesses and economies. It comprises nine main chapters with collective insights and interdisciplinary perspectives covering the business, tech, and regulatory layers of financial technologies and decentralized finance. Besides, the book illustrates how to leverage these state-of-the-art technologies for the evolving digital and decentralized finance world. The book targets a broad audience of researchers, academia, industry professionals, fintech enthusiasts, and the general business audience with timely data and up-to-date cases.

Exploring Central Bank Digital Currencies: Concepts, Frameworks, Models, and Challenges
  • Language: en
  • Pages: 380

Exploring Central Bank Digital Currencies: Concepts, Frameworks, Models, and Challenges

  • Type: Book
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  • Published: 2024-03-07
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  • Publisher: IGI Global

In the ever-evolving landscape of global finance, the rise of Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) has introduced a myriad of challenges that demand immediate scholarly attention. The accelerating pace of digital transformation, coupled with the intricate dynamics of these novel currencies, poses significant hurdles in their widespread adoption. From privacy concerns to the technological complexities involved, the academic community finds itself at the forefront of deciphering the multifaceted challenges inherent in the CBDC landscape. Addressing this imperative need for comprehensive analysis is the groundbreaking publication, Exploring Central Bank Digital Currencies: Concepts, Framewor...

Recent Developments in Financial Management and Economics
  • Language: en
  • Pages: 458

Recent Developments in Financial Management and Economics

  • Type: Book
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  • Published: 2024-03-18
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  • Publisher: IGI Global

The field of Financial Management & Economics (FME) is constantly adapting to the changing economic landscape, observing the ongoing developments in the global business environment. These shifting dynamics have introduced a variety of influences, both fleeting and enduring, that deeply affect the decision-making foundations within the business arena. Researchers are tasked with shedding light on the bigger picture, capturing the essence of both subtle and significant shifts. As they confront unprecedented challenges, the imperative to document and comprehend these transformations resonates more urgently than ever before. Recent Developments in Financial Management and Economics is a work tha...

Digital Technologies, Ethics, and Decentralization in the Digital Era
  • Language: en
  • Pages: 383

Digital Technologies, Ethics, and Decentralization in the Digital Era

  • Type: Book
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  • Published: 2024-02-08
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  • Publisher: IGI Global

Digital disintermediation, or the elimination of “middle-men” in a traditional market setting, has had profound effects on global economies. The rise of peer-to-peer networks and decentralized marketplaces has also led to some market destabilization, and the discussion on data sovereignty and privacy challenges raises concerns surrounding business in the digital age. Digital Technologies, Ethics, and Decentralization in the Digital Era is a research-based book which boldly tackles a myriad of ethical dilemmas, including bias, privacy, and inclusivity, and advocates for a future where digital access is fair and equitable. Academic scholars and industry professionals will embark on an enli...

Impact of Digitalization on Reporting, Tax Avoidance, Accounting, and Green Finance
  • Language: en
  • Pages: 376

Impact of Digitalization on Reporting, Tax Avoidance, Accounting, and Green Finance

  • Type: Book
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  • Published: 2024-04-01
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  • Publisher: IGI Global

Digital era reporting undergoes a seismic shift as automation takes center stage. The transition from manual reporting to real-time automated systems enhances precision and efficiency and reduces errors, empowering decision-makers. However, this era of digital reporting brings forth a new set of challenges, from data security and privacy concerns to the imperative need for robust cybersecurity measures. Impact of Digitalization on Reporting, Tax Avoidance, Accounting, and Green Finance delves into this transformative wave, comprehensively exploring its consequences on these critical domains. The book meticulously dissects both the positive and negative repercussions, encapsulating the challe...

Decentralizing the Online Experience With Web3 Technologies
  • Language: en
  • Pages: 444

Decentralizing the Online Experience With Web3 Technologies

  • Type: Book
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  • Published: 2024-03-18
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  • Publisher: IGI Global

The internet has undergone a remarkable metamorphosis since its inception. From the static web of the early days (Web 1.0) to the interactive and social web (Web 2.0), and now to the decentralized, intelligent, and immersive web (Web3), the evolution has been nothing short of astounding. This radical transformation has ushered in a new era in the digital realm, one that promises to reshape how we learn, communicate, transact, and interact with the world. Decentralizing the Online Experience with Web3 Technologies offers an exploration of the Web3 era, a transformative phase in the evolution of the internet. Beginning with the foundational understanding of Web3's core concepts, technologies, ...

Six Sigma DMAIC and Markov Chain Monte Carlo Applications to Financial Risk Management
  • Language: en
  • Pages: 339

Six Sigma DMAIC and Markov Chain Monte Carlo Applications to Financial Risk Management

  • Type: Book
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  • Published: 2024-04-05
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  • Publisher: IGI Global

Financial institutions face a critical challenge in managing financial risks effectively under the stringent regulatory frameworks of Basel III and Solvency II. Traditional risk management approaches often need to provide the necessary tools to control risks in a dynamic and evolving market environment. A comprehensive methodology integrating advanced risk analysis concepts and structured frameworks is essential for institutions to achieve optimal risk management outcomes, leading to increased solvency risk, capital requirements, and value at risk (VAR). Six Sigma DMAIC and Markov Chain Monte Carlo Applications to Financial Risk Management is a groundbreaking book that presents a transformative approach to financial risk management. Inspired by Peter L. Bernstein's insight on risk control, this book introduces a unique methodology that combines the DMAIC framework with advanced risk analysis concepts. Financial institutions can enhance their risk management processes by applying these tools to internal models for Solvency II and Basel III, reduce solvency risk, and improve competitiveness.