Sustainable Development in AI, Blockchain, and E-Governance Applications

In the age of immediate technical expansion, our world faces a multifaceted challenge: ensuring the sustainability of our digital transformation. Governments and organizations have wholeheartedly embraced innovative technologies such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, and e-governance, but in doing so, they have encountered a complex web of issues. These range from cybersecurity concerns in an increasingly digitalized world to the need for intelligent systems capable of managing automation infrastructure and interconnected environments. Sustainable Development in AI, Blockchain, and E-Governance Applications offers a forward-thinking approach that harnesses the synergy between intelligent systems, machine learning, deep learning, and blockchain methods. It explores data-driven decision-making, automation infrastructure, autonomous transportation, and the creation of connected buildings, all aimed at crafting a sustainable digital future. By delving into topics like machine learning for smart parking, disease classification through neural networks, and the Internet of Things (IoT) for smarter cities, this book equips academic scholars with the tools they need to navigate the complex terrain of technology and governance. Academic scholars and researchers in technology, governance, and sustainability will find this book to be an indispensable resource. It caters to those seeking a comprehensive understanding of current and future trends in the integration of intelligent systems with cybersecurity applications.

Prof. (Dr.) Rajeev Kumar is a renowned academician and administrator with over 15 years of expertise in advancing professional education. He currently serves as a Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at Moradabad Institute of Technology, Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh, India. Prof. Kumar’s impressive academic credentials include a Ph.D. and a D.Sc. (Post-Doctoral Degree) in Computer Science, and a Postdoctoral Fellowship from Malaysia. He has further enhanced his expertise with certifications in Data Science and Machine Learning using Python and R Programming from IIM Raipur and advanced certifications from IBM and Google. As a senior member of IEEE, Prof. Kumar plays an active role in the IEEE Young Professional Committee and is also associated with the ACM, Computer Society of India (CSI), and SMIEEE. With core expertise in Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Computing, e-governance, and Networking, Prof. Kumar has significantly contributed to advancing academic programs. His efforts include curriculum design, delivering expert talks, and participating in high-impact leadership training programs. He has played a pivotal role in NAAC SSR preparations and has represented his institution at prestigious international academic forums in London, Mauritius, Malaysia, and Dubai. As a dedicated mentor, Prof. Kumar has guided ten scholars to complete their Ph.D. research, with four more pursuing their doctorates under his supervision and five pursuing post-doctorates from Malaysia. His exceptional guidance has earned him the Best Project Supervisor award three times. His commitment to research and innovation has cultivated a vibrant academic culture, leading to the successful incubation and development of numerous prototypes.

Abu Bakar A. Hamid chose academia as his profession in 1992, beginning as a lecturer and later rising to a Professor of Marketing and Supply Chain Management. He holds a BBA and an MBA from Northrop University (USA) and a PhD from the University of Derby, UK. He has demonstrated an excellent record of teaching and supervision for more than 25 years in the academic field, at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Above all, his achievement in graduating more than 35 PhD candidates proves his ability, capability, and passion in postgraduate supervisions. He has also produced impactful research and publications which directly strengthen his expertise in his area of interest. In particular, he has published more than 300 articles in competitive international journals, proceedings, books, and book chapters. He also managed to secure several competitive national grants and consultancies for various projects. Such commitment is truly a landmark of an academician. His accolades, academic recognition, and leadership demonstrate his level of professorship. His notable contributions are recognized locally and internationally, as proven by the multiple invitations he has received to be an invited speaker, reviewer, editor in journals, external assessor, and internal or external examiner. With such calibre, he has much to contribute to any academic institution in the world.

Dato’ Dr Noor Inayah Yaakub serves as Professor at Faculty of Economics and Management, Faculty of Law and Institute of West Asian Studies, University Kebangsaan Malaysia since 1998 until 2014. She serves as a Director of the Centre for Corporate Planning & Leadership, Deputy Dean for Research Graduate School of Business, and the -rst Head of Quality, Faculty of Law UKM. She serves at Global Wisdom Centre, University Islam Malaysia. She was admitted to the Malaysian Bar as an Advocate & Solicitor of the High Court of Malaya in 1996 became a quali-ed Shariah lawyer. She practiced law with Messrs. Abraham & Ooi and Co from 1996 to 1998S. She is also a quali-es Syarie lawyer of Negeri Sembilan. She has more than 20 years of experience in teaching Islamic Law, Syariah and Conventional Banking Law, Takaful and Insurance Law, Equity & Trust Law and Business Law and Ethics. She serves as Member of the Board Shariah Committee at CIMB Bank Berhad and Sun Life Malaysia Takaful Berhad. She served as Member of Board Shariah Committee at CIMB Islamic Bank Berhad until March 24, 2017.

Hari Om Sharan serving as Dean – Academics at Amity University Kolkata (India), he is having more than 17 Years of experience in academic as well in research, his research area is Networking, AI, Security and High Performance Computing. . Dr. Sharan received his Ph.D in DNA Computing: A Novel Approach towards the solution of NP-Complete Problems, and his UG (B.Tech) & PG (M.Tech) in Computer Science and Engineering, He has done International certification in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence Machine Learning Deep Learning and its Application. Dr. Sharan guides the college towards academic excellence; promotes a culture of research, innovation and leads new curricula and program development efforts. He is expert in designing & deployment academic curriculum, and Program inception. As the chairman of IPR cell, he organizes the seminar, workshops for the students and faculty to promote the research. Dr. Sharan also published two books on Mobile Network Technology and Database. Dr. Sharan developed short term course on Artificial Intelligence Machine Learning Deep Learning and its Application, and published 43 patents (National/International) & copyrights mostly in Computer Science and Engineering to serve the nation in the field of research. Dr. Sharan authored and coauthored more than 80 papers in refereed international journal and conferences like IEEE, Springer, International Journal of researcher, American Journal of Physics (USA) and many international Conferences and National Conferences, like IIT (International Conference) etc. and serve as editor of different international journal and Reviewer in SCI and Non-SCI journal, serve as a committee member in many IEEE Society, Springer International Conferences. He delivered a many guest lectures and expert talk on the recent technologies of Computer Science & Engineering and on Curriculum Design and Development, keynote speaker, chaired a session in many National and International conferences, webinars, Faculty Development program and workshops. Dr. Sharan associated in many highly impact Society Membership like IEEE, ACM, CSI, IAENG, ISC.

Sandeep Kumar is CEO of RightZone Technologies Private Limited Company. He has around 13 years of experience in IT industries with different MNC's and winners of Hackathons in MNC's companies. providing their Consulting and trainings in Multiple IT companies. He has expertise in different domains Like, CMS, Image processing, Python etc. He was Visited international countries Denmark, United Kingdom and Mauritius as professional activities. He has delivered Lectures and speaks in different FDP's, seminars and universities. He is authored and coauthored more then to 8 papers in refereed international journal (SCI and Non- SCI) and conferences like IEEE, Springer etc.