Editors: Satya Prakash Yadav, D. Arul Pon Daniel, G.N.R. Prasad

Series Title: Emerging Trends in Computational Intelligence and Disruptive Technologies - Vol. 4

Demystifying Emerging Trends in the Digital Horizon

Volume 4

eBook: US $79 Special Offer (PDF + Printed Copy): US $143
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Library License: US $316
ISBN: 978-981-5324-49-5 (Print)
ISBN: 978-981-5324-48-8 (Online)
Year of Publication: 2026
DOI: 10.2174/97898153244881260401

Introduction

Demystifying Emerging Trends in the Digital Horizon reflects the dynamic convergence of computing innovation into real-world applications. It is a multidisciplinary exploration of cutting-edge technologies shaping today’s digital transformation landscape. Bringing together contributions across artificial intelligence, machine learning, IoT, cybersecurity, data analytics, smart manufacturing, digital marketing, and management sciences.

The volume covers a wide spectrum of topics, including AI-driven healthcare diagnostics (breast cancer, brain tumors, cardiac conditions, epileptic seizure prediction), intelligent agricultural systems (crop recommendation, automated irrigation), IoT-enabled predictive maintenance, smart surveillance, cybersecurity frameworks, DNA cryptography, secure cloud data sharing, blockchain integration, deep learning for image processing, and advanced image retrieval systems. It also explores management and organisational dimensions, including digital marketing analytics, e-recruitment, retail customer experience, HR practices in SMEs, industrial innovation through human–machine interfaces, and security culture in smart manufacturing.

With theoretical foundations and practical applications, the book provides readers with a holistic understanding of how emerging digital technologies are transforming industries, governance, healthcare, manufacturing, and business ecosystems.


Key Features

  • - Multidisciplinary coverage spanning AI, IoT, cybersecurity, cloud computing, blockchain, and data analytics across healthcare, agriculture and manufacturing environments.
  • - Advanced deep learning models for image processing, retrieval, and steganography.
  • - Secure cloud frameworks, cryptographic techniques, and cyber-attack detection systems.
  • - Real world cases studies, experimental validations and applied research on the application of digital technologies in HR, marketing, retail, and organisational management.

Target Readership:

Researchers, academics, students, and professionals in computer science, information technology, AI, IoT, cybersecurity, and data science.

Preface

An unparalleled rate of digital revolution is taking place in our world. Every technological advancement, from blockchain to quantum computing, artificial intelligence to the Internet of Things, creates a paradigm shift that affects how we communicate, work, and live. Even while these technologies seem promising, both experts and enthusiasts frequently find them mysterious. This book's main goal is to demystify these new developments by providing insights that close the knowledge gap between theory and real-world implementations.

The target audience for this book is broad, including scholars, researchers, business experts, and everyone with a strong interest in the digital revolution. Every chapter explores a particular technology, explaining its fundamental ideas, history of development, and possible applications across several industries. We have made an effort to communicate difficult concepts in an understandable way, backed by case studies, expert analysis, and examples from everyday life.

This book has been enhanced by the joint efforts of multiple specialists from various professions, offering a multifaceted view on each topic. Because of the depth of expertise and experience shown in their contributions, this book is an invaluable tool for comprehending current digital trends and becoming ready for new developments.

It is imperative that we maintain our curiosity and critical thinking as we set out on our adventure into the digital horizon. The rapid advancement of technology necessitates ongoing learning and adjustment. Our goal in deciphering the enigmas surrounding new digital trends is to enable our audience to confidently and strategically traverse this ever-changing terrain.

The authors would like to express their gratitude to all of the reviewers, writers, and sponsors who helped make this book possible. We really hope that the book, "Demystifying Emerging Trends in the Digital Horizon" will provide you with the inspiration, information, and tools you need to succeed in the digital era.

Satya Prakash Yadav
School of Computer Science
Engineering and Technology (SCSET)
Bennett University, Greater Noida
U.P., India

D. Arul Pon Daniel
Department of Computer Science & Applications
Loyola College of Arts and Science
Mettala, Rasipuram Taluk, Namakkal
Tamil Nadu, India

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G.N.R. Prasad
Department of Computer Applications
Chaitanya Bharathi Institute of Technology
Hyderabad, Telangana, India