This volume presents international research and exhaustive reviews of literature on a range of issues related to the evolving digital environment. With the growing trend for digital-only access to information, this volume makes an important contribution in both highlighting problems and challenges, and pointing to pathways for future solutions.
This volume presents international research and exhaustive reviews of literature on a range of issues related to the evolving digital environment. With the growing trend for digital-only access to information, this volume makes an important contribution in both highlighting problems and challenges, and pointing to pathways for future solutions.
The global web and its digital ecosystem can be seen as tools of emancipation, communication, and spreading knowledge or as means of control, fueled by capitalism, surveillance, and geopolitics. The Digital Frontier interrogates the world wide web and the digital ecosystem it has spawned to reveal how their conventions, protocols, standards, and algorithmic regulations represent a novel form of global power. Sangeet Kumar shows the operation of this power through the web's "infrastructures of control" visible at sites where the universalizing imperatives of the web run up against local values, norms, and cultures. These include how the idea of the "global common good" is used as a ruse by digital oligopolies to expand their private enclosures, how seemingly collaborative spaces can simultaneously be exclusionary as they regulate legitimate knowledge, how selfhood is being redefined online along Eurocentric ideals, and how the web's political challenge is felt differentially by sovereign nation states. In analyzing this new modality of cultural power in the global digital ecosystem, The Digital Frontier is an important read for scholars, activists, academics and students inspired by the utopian dream of a truly representative global digital network.
There is a small and growing literature that explores the impact of digitization in a variety of contexts, but its economic consequences, surprisingly, remain poorly understood. This volume aims to set the agenda for research in the economics of digitization, with each chapter identifying a promising area of research. "Economics of Digitization "identifies urgent topics with research already underway that warrant further exploration from economists. In addition to the growing importance of digitization itself, digital technologies have some features that suggest that many well-studied economic models may not apply and, indeed, so many aspects of the digital economy throw normal economics in a loop. "Economics of Digitization" will be one of the first to focus on the economic implications of digitization and to bring together leading scholars in the economics of digitization to explore emerging research.
Discover how to provide experiences for your customers that combine the real with the virtual. Joseph Pine and Jim Gilmore’s classic The Experience Economy identified a seismic shift in the business world: to set yourself apart from your competition, you need to stage experiences—memorable events that engage people in inherently personal ways. But as consumers increasingly experience the world through their digital gadgets, companies still only scratch the surface of technology-infused experiences. So Pine and coauthor Kim Korn show you how to create new value for your customers with offerings that fuse the real and the virtual. Think of the Xbox Kinect, which combines virtual video games with a powerful physical dimension—you play by moving your own body; new apps that, when you point your smartphone camera at a real street, overlay digital information about the scene onto the image; and virtual dashboards that track the real world, moment by moment. Digital technology offers limitless opportunities—you really can create anything you want—but real-world experiences have a richness that virtual ones do not. So how can you use the best of both? How do you make sense of such infinite possibility? What kinds of experiences can you create? Which ones should you offer? Pine and Korn provide a profound new tool geared to exploring and exploiting the digital frontier. They delineate eight different realms of experience encompassing various aspects of Reality and Virtuality and, using scores of examples, show how innovative companies operate within and across each realm to create extraordinary customer value. Follow them out onto the digital frontier to discover the opportunities that abound for your business. “This book will inspire out-of-the-box thinking for anyone looking to do it differently or better. Infinite Possibility is a must-read and a great vision for technology intersecting with our five senses to create experiences consumers will want.” —Gary Shapiro, President and CEO, Consumer Electronics Association “Pine and Korn take you on an amazing journey from Reality to Virtuality and stop at all the best corners along the way. Infinite Possibility provides an extremely robust framework to help you grasp the concepts and gives practical guidance on how any organization can make it happen right now.” —Chris Parker, Senior Vice President and CIO, LeasePlan Corporation
In 'CryptoSpheres: Exploring the Digital Frontier', delve into the multifaceted world of cryptocurrencies with a curated collection of scholarly articles that illuminate the technological advancements, market dynamics, social implications, and regulatory challenges of this burgeoning sector. The foreword sets the stage for an in-depth exploration of how cryptocurrencies are fundamentally reshaping digital finance. Key articles unravel the complexities of topics such as predictive models for cryptocurrency price movements, the environmental impacts of mining, the role of cryptocurrencies in the COVID-19 pandemic, and novel regulatory approaches. By blending cutting-edge research with practical case studies, this volume offers a robust framework for understanding both the potential and risks inherent in decentralized digital assets. Whether you're an investor, technologist, policymaker, or curious observer, 'CryptoSpheres' provides essential perspectives and analytical tools to navigate the evolving cryptocurrency landscape. Quality Research Publishing is dedicated to making knowledge more accessible to the general public by curating a topical compilation of the latest research on various subjects and providing plain language summaries. Each of the articles in this book is available individually and digitally without cost. However, we believe it is important for the contextualizing and sharing of educational and scientific work to curate this research in a way that is understandable and helpful to the average person seeking deeper knowledge of a particular subject. The research articles compiled for this book were published under a permissive Creative Commons license, are in the public domain, or have no copyright restrictions, permitting their use in this book. If you have questions about the licensing of any article, please visit qualityresearchpublishing.com.
Embark on a riveting journey through the uncharted territories of digital marketing with "Beyond Clicks: Navigating the Digital Frontier." In this compelling guide, we set sail to explore the vast and dynamic landscapes of the digital realm, charting a course beyond conventional wisdom to discover the secrets of truly impactful campaigns. Dive into the intricacies of user engagement, where every click becomes a step toward building genuine connections. This isn't just a book; it's a compass, guiding you through the complexities of crafting narratives that resonate, respond, and transform passive viewers into active participants.As you navigate the seas of cross-channel integration, witness the fusion of creativity and strategy, ensuring your campaigns resonate seamlessly across diverse platforms. Uncover the power of personalization and authenticity, where tailored experiences and genuine communication emerge as the anchors of successful digital endeavors. Journey into the enchanted realms of AI, VR, and AR, where technology becomes your ally in creating immersive and unforgettable brand experiences. Beyond the clicks lies a world where campaigns aren't just seen; they're felt, experienced, and remembered. But the voyage doesn't end there. "Beyond Clicks" delves into the ethical waters of digital marketing, exploring the importance of user consent, privacy, and a commitment to truth. Discover how integrity becomes the North Star, guiding you through storms of skepticism and calms of consumer trust. This isn't just a book about marketing; it's a guide to mastering the seas of the digital frontier. Whether you're a seasoned captain or a novice navigator, "Beyond Clicks" equips you with the tools, strategies, and ethical compass needed to sail confidently into the ever-evolving future of digital mastery.Join us on this expedition where each chapter unfolds as a new horizon, promising insights, revelations, and a deeper understanding of the digital landscape. "Beyond Clicks" isn't just a book; it's your ticket to becoming a captain of digital innovation, steering your campaigns toward success in the unexplored territories of the digital frontier.
Journey into the ever-evolving world of journalism in the digital age with "Exploring Internet Journalism: Navigating the Digital Frontier." In this captivating exploration, we invite you to embark on a dynamic quest through the rapidly changing landscape of internet journalism, where technology, ethics, and storytelling converge to shape the future of news reporting. Key Highlights: The Digital Landscape: Uncover how the internet has democratized news reporting, allowing individuals worldwide to become citizen journalists and participate in the global conversation. Ethical Challenges: Delve into the complex ethical dilemmas faced by internet journalists, from tackling fake news to preserving credibility in a digital realm where information flows at the speed of light. Tools and Technologies: Explore cutting-edge tools and technologies that have revolutionized journalism, including data-driven reporting, multimedia storytelling, and the art of engaging with audiences through social media. Practical Guidance: Gain valuable insights and tips for success, whether you're an aspiring internet journalist building your online presence or a seasoned professional navigating the ever-changing digital landscape. Case Studies: Unlock the stories behind successful online news stories and learn vital lessons from high-impact internet journalism that inspire and inform. Common Pitfalls: Avoid the pitfalls of online reporting with in-depth insights into the common mistakes that can compromise accuracy and credibility. About the Author: The author, an award-winning journalist with extensive experience as a correspondent and lecturer at the university level, brings a wealth of practical knowledge and expertise to this exploration of internet journalism. With a career dedicated to the pursuit of truth in the digital age, the author offers unique insights into the evolving landscape of news reporting. "Exploring Internet Journalism: Navigating the Digital Frontier" presents a compelling narrative that bridges the traditional values of journalism with the dynamic possibilities of the digital era. Whether you're a dedicated journalist adapting to new technologies or an inquisitive reader captivated by the evolution of news, this book extends an invitation to explore the limitless frontiers of internet journalism. Join us on this exhilarating journey through internet journalism, where innovation blends with tradition, and the pursuit of truth remains the compass in the digital wilderness. Your adventure in this dynamic field begins right here.
The global web and its digital ecosystem can be seen as tools of emancipation, communication, and spreading knowledge or as means of control, fueled by capitalism, surveillance, and geopolitics. The Digital Frontier interrogates the world wide web and the digital ecosystem it has spawned to reveal how their conventions, protocols, standards, and algorithmic regulations represent a novel form of global power. Sangeet Kumar shows the operation of this power through the web's "infrastructures of control" visible at sites where the universalizing imperatives of the web run up against local values, norms, and cultures. These include how the idea of the "global common good" is used as a ruse by digital oligopolies to expand their private enclosures, how seemingly collaborative spaces can simultaneously be exclusionary as they regulate legitimate knowledge, how selfhood is being redefined online along Eurocentric ideals, and how the web's political challenge is felt differentially by sovereign nation states. In analyzing this new modality of cultural power in the global digital ecosystem, The Digital Frontier is an important read for scholars, activists, academics and students inspired by the utopian dream of a truly representative global digital network.
How might digital technology and notably smart technologies based on artificial intelligence (AI), learning analytics, robotics, and others transform education? This book explores such question. It focuses on how smart technologies currently change education in the classroom and the management of educational organisations and systems.
