With the advent of the internet, there is a complete paradigm shift in the manner we comprehend computing. Need to enable ubiquity, convenient and on-demand access to resources in highly scalable and resilient environments that can be remotely accessed, gave birth to the concept of Cloud computing. The acceptance is so rapid that the notion influences sophisticated innovations in academia, industry and research world-wide and hereby change the landscape of information technology as we thou...

The book offers the readers the fundamental concepts of Machine Learning techniques in a user-friendly language. The book aims to give in-depth knowledge of the different Machine Learning (ML) algorithms and the practical implementation of the various ML approaches.This book covers different Supervised Machine Learning algorithms such as Linear Regression Model, Naïve Bayes classifier Decision Tree, K-nearest neighbor, Logistic Regression, Support Vector Machine, Random forest algorithms, ...

Cloud computing is entering a new phase in which computational resources are increasingly distributed across edge environments, multi-cloud infrastructures, and emerging quantum platforms. Managing this heterogeneous ecosystem requires AI-driven orchestration capable of dynamically coordinating resources while maintaining security, privacy, interoperability, and sustainability. Advances in areas such as intelligent workload placement, serverless computing, federated learning, blockchain-ba...

In the dynamic landscape of bioinformatics and blockchain technology, a profound challenge has emerged, begging for an ingenious solution. The exchange and analysis of biological data faces an enduring dilemma: the struggle for data integrity and ownership. The existing conventional methods, while proficient in some domains, fall short when it comes to ensuring the seamless transfer of intricate genomic data. This impasse, though daunting, is now met with a groundbreaking solution that fus...

The convergence of Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) has transcended the boundaries of gaming and entertainment, emerging as tools in healthcare and wellbeing. At the heart of recent research-driven exploration lies the recognition of a critical gap in healthcare education. However, amid the promising potential of AR and VR, a need for more comprehensive research has thus far limited the capacity of these technologies to optimize physical, psychological, and social wellbeing....

The integration of Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) with Artificial Intelligence (AI) has immense potential to have beneficial effects for institutions of healthcare and medical education. However, this integration has become so complex, it presents numerous challenges across various domains. Researchers and practitioners often need help to keep pace with the rapid advancements of technologies and applications. Issues such as privacy, security, scalability, and optimization ...

Technological advancements of recent decades have reshaped the way people socialize, work, learn, and ultimately live. The use of cyber-physical systems (CPS) specifically have helped people lead their lives with greater control and freedom. CPS domains have great societal significance, providing crucial assistance in industries ranging from security to healthcare. At the same time, machine learning (ML) algorithms are known for being substantially efficient, high performing, and have beco...

A new challenge has become present in the field of generative artificial intelligence (AI). The fundamental nature of education, a vital element for advancing the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), now grapples with the transformative impact of AI technologies. As we stand at this intersection of progress and pedagogy, critical questions surface about the future roles of educators and the integrity of assessment processes. AI’s rapid progression prompts an exploration of...

The amalgamation of post-quantum cryptography in cyber-physical systems makes the computing system secure and also generates opportunities in areas like smart contracts, quantum blockchain, and smart security solutions. Sooner or later, all computing and security systems are going to adopt quantum-proof cryptography to safeguard these systems from quantum attacks. Post-quantum cryptography has tremendous potential in various domains and must be researched and explored further to be utilize...

The book offers a critical exploration of the integration of AI, blockchain, and metaverse technology in the hospitality and tourism industry to investigate the potential of these technologies in revolutionizing the industry. This comprehensive work studies, with practical examples, how cutting-edge technologies of Industry 4.0 are transforming luxury industry into a high-touch, hyper-personalized metaverse. It explains how these technologies can be used to improve customer experience and ...

As digital communication becomes increasingly pervasive, the detection of hate speech in both human and AI-generated content has emerged as a critical concern for online safety. The use of harmful language across social media platforms and content generated by language models poses significant challenges in identifying toxic discourse. Traditional moderation methods often fall short in recognizing nuances prompting the integration of machine learning and natural language processing techniq...

Communities around the world face an array of unprecedented challenges from climate change. From extreme weather events to biodiversity loss and resource scarcity, the impacts of climate change are far-reaching and multifaceted. Yet, amidst these challenges lies an opportunity for communities to build resilience and chart a path towards sustainable development. However, navigating this complex terrain requires actionable strategies, innovative approaches, and interdisciplinary collaboratio...