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DETERMINANTS OF THE INTENTION TO ADOPT INDUSTRY 4.0 TECHNOLOGIES: AN EMPIRICAL ANALYSIS BASED ON TAM AND UTAUT IN A MULTI-SECTOR CONTEXT

Authors: Qafas A.; El Moubarik A.

Journal: Proceedings on Engineering Sciences

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.24874/PES08.01.017

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Abstract: The adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies, including the Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence (AI), and Big Data, represents a pivotal strategic challenge for industrial enterprises. This study examines the behavioral and organizational factors influencing employee acceptance of these technologies within a multi-sectoral context. Groun...

Exploring participants’ experiences of Play to Lead, a leadership development program for adolescent girls in sport

Authors: Rogers M.; Din C.; Werthner P.

Journal: Frontiers in Sports and Active Living

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.3389/fspor.2025.1727421

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Abstract: Introduction: Despite girls’ and women's increased participation in sport, women remain underrepresented in leadership positions in sport. One of the many strategies that has been proposed to address the dearth of women sport leaders is to begin leadership development in adolescence. The purpose of the present paper was to explore the experiences...

Determinants Affecting the Sustainable Development of Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises in a Developing Economy: A Cognitive Modeling Case Study of Cameroon; [Факторы, влияющие на устойчивое развитие малых и средних предприятий в развивающейся экономике: когнитивное моделирование на примере Камеруна]

Authors: Fomina E.A.; Khodkovskaya Y.V.

Journal: Review of Business and Economics Studies

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.26794/2308-944X-2026-14-1-75-90

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Abstract: The recent revolutionary shifts in the global economy have generated new prospects for the growth and development of national economies through technological innovation while also exacerbating issues of macroeconomic instability, social inequality, and poverty. At present, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) have catalyzed the advancement of ...

A Hybrid Algorithm for Modeling and Optimizing the AISI 304L Stainless Steel Electrical Discharge Machining Parameters

Authors: Mohammed A.R.; Jabar M.S.; Jaber A.S.

Journal: Management Systems in Production Engineering

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.2478/mspe-2026-0016

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Abstract: Electric Discharge Machining (EDM) is known for its ability to machine hard and brittle conductive materials, as it can melt any electrically conductive substance irrespective of its hardness and geometric intricacy. Machining technologies have progressively advanced from a basic tool and die manufacturing process. The purpose of this paper is to i...

Effect of blood flow restriction training in early postoperative rehabilitation after ACL reconstruction: a randomised controlled trial

Authors: Barzyk P.; Fiedler C.; Schlag M.; Heitner A.; Bender J.; Paul J.

Journal: Frontiers in Sports and Active Living

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.3389/fspor.2025.1689257

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Abstract: Introduction: Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries represent the most prevalent type of knee injury, with surgical reconstruction being the prevailing treatment modality. However, postoperative pain and muscle weakness are common occurrences. Blood flow restriction (BFR) training has demonstrated potential in enhancing muscle adaptation and re...

Psychosocial and institutional factors as determinants of entrepreneurs’ subjective well-being: Empirical evidence from a multilevel analysis

Authors: Tërstena A.; Idrizi L.; Deda G.; Mehmeti I.

Journal: Southern African Journal of Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.4102/sajesbm.v18i1.1407

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Abstract: Background: Entrepreneurial activity is widely recognised as a key driver of economic growth, innovation and employment; however, comparatively less scholarly attention has been devoted to the subjective well-being (SWB) of entrepreneurs. Existing studies tend to focus either on individual-level determinants or on broader institutional conditions, ...

A Business-Oriented Readiness for Change Model: Conceptual Foundations and Empirical Validation

Authors: Voggenreiter F.; Pinheiro M.M.; Marques R.P.F.

Journal: IBIMA Business Review

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.5171/2026.883467

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Abstract: Research Motivation: Readiness for Change (RfC) is a key success factor for navigating organizational transformation. However, most existing models either focus exclusively on organizational or individual levels, lack empirical grounding, or fail to provide business-relevant decision support. This study addresses these limitations by developing and...

Designing and developing a mobile teacher professional development course for digital game-enhanced language learning

Authors: Başoǧlu E.B.; Akkuş-Çakir N.

Journal: Research and Practice in Technology Enhanced Learning

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.58459/rptel.2026.21011

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Abstract: While digital games hold promise for language learning, teachers often lack the knowledge and confidence to integrate them into their curriculum. Existing professional development opportunities are scarce and not always accessible. In this study, a mobile teacher professional development course on Digital Game-Enhanced Language Learning was designe...

Designing a fitting hybrid project management approach: a contingency perspective

Authors: Silvius-Zuchi D.; Silvius G.

Journal: International Journal of Information Systems and Project Management

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.12821/ijispm140103

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Abstract: The hybrid approach in project management is now considered as a leading project management approach, that is applied in the majority of projects. However, the hybrid approach, which is defined as the combination of the predictive and adaptive approaches, is also still emerging, with several challenges and issues showing from literature. One of the...

A Structural Analytical Framework for Technology-Driven Fraud Detection and Audit Outcomes

Authors: Thuy L.T.T.

Journal: International Journal of Analysis and Applications

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.28924/2291-8639-24-2026-130

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Abstract: This paper develops a structural analytical model to examine the relationships between technology-related capabilities and audit outcomes through an intermediate analytical mechanism. Within a quantitative structural analysis framework, the study investigates the effects of artificial intelligence adoption, data analytics capability, and auditor IT...

A Displacement Functional Approach to Fixed Points of Strictly Contractive and Kannan Mappings

Authors: Bataihah A.

Journal: International Journal of Analysis and Applications

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.28924/2291-8639-24-2026-174

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Abstract: A minimizing sequence approach to the Banach fixed point theorem was recently introduced, based on minimizing the displacement functional φ(x) = d(x, Tx). In this paper, we clarify how this method relates to approximating fixed point sequences studied in the literature. We first provide an alternative proof of Edelstein’s fixed point theorem for...

Assessing the adoption of ChatGPT as a learning tool for college students: An ethical perspective

Authors: Ma W.W.K.

Journal: Knowledge Management and E-Learning

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.34105/j.kmel.2026.18.008

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Abstract: ChatGPT has experienced remarkable popularity and success in its initial weeks, primarily due to its human-like conversational abilities and its extensive capacity to address a wide array of knowledge domains. However, within the educational context, substantial uncertainties and risks regarding potential misuse pose threats to academic integrity. ...

Just Green Transitions in North Macedonia: A Place-Based Case Study from Southwest Planning Region

Authors: Garvanlieva Andonova V.; Gotovska E.; Nikolov M.

Journal: The Palgrave Handbook of Just Green Transitions in the Western Balkans and Beyond

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-95075-9_13

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Abstract: The transition towards a climate-neutral economy requires both the policymakers and operators to consider the core and comprehensive dimensions of just transition. This chapter examines the economic impact of implementation of just transition principles in North Macedonia through a specific case study. It analyses the regional economic foundation a...

A Hybrid CNN and Attention Model for Ransomware and Zero-Day Attack Detection

Authors: Kareem M.I.; Matloob A.Z.K.

Journal: International Journal of Computing and Digital Systems

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.12785/ijcds/1571161562

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Abstract: This study presents a hybrid CNNAttention model in the identification of both ransomware and zero-day intrusion, which directly comes to terms with the fact that traditional CNN-based intrusion detection models are limited in the context of acquiring contextual relevance between network flows. In contrast to the uniform treatment of extracted featu...

Integrating Individual Capabilities, Infrastructure Quality, and Social Capital: A Novel Framework for FinTech Trust in Rural Vietnam

Authors: Hoang V.H.; Ngo Q.D.; Bui H.N.

Journal: Global Business and Finance Review

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.17549/gbfr.2026.31.2.129

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Abstract: Purpose: This study investigates the pathways from Digital Financial Literacy (DFL) to FinTech Trust (FTT) in rural economies, extending the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT2) through a novel framework positioning Digital Infrastructure Accessibility (DIA) as mediator and Community Trust (CT) as moderator. Design/methodolog...

The Impact of a Custom-Published Textbook on Learning and Participation among EMI Freshmen

Authors: Mangal T.K.V.

Journal: TEM Journal

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.18421/TEM151-63

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Abstract: – In recent years, the English language proficiency requirements for enrolment in English-taught programs at Taiwanese Universities have been in decline. Given the reserved nature of Taiwanese students and the proficiency requirements in decline, this poses significant challenges that require unique solutions. Therefore, in order to resolve these...

Parallel color-specific lsb steganography: A new approach for data hiding in bmp images

Authors: Rafailov R.; Paraskevov H.

Journal: TEM Journal

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.18421/TEM151-08

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Abstract: Steganography plays a vital role in information security as it enables the covert transmission of sensitive data. Among various steganographic techniques, least significant bit (LSB) steganography is one of the most widely employed methods for embedding hidden information in digital images. This paper introduces a novel parallel colorspecific LSB s...

Digital content framing for unionism: A conceptual model on the influence of context on Chilean labour confederations’ social media content

Authors: Bellido de Luna Mayea D.; Martínez-Troncoso C.; Díaz D.

Journal: International Labour Review

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.16995/ilr.19021

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Abstract: In this article, we explore how labour organizations use and leverage social media for their agenda-setting in a decentralized labour context (Chile). We combine two studies – a topic-modelling algorithm (BERTopic) analysing the digital activity of five labour confederations on a specific social media platform (N = 14,863 tweets), together with f...

Islamic Fintech and Customer Experience: A Bibliometric Analysis

Authors: Ziky R.; Laarj M.; Idboufakir A.; Abriane A.

Journal: International Review of Management and Marketing

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.32479/irmm.23493

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Abstract: The business sector has seen accelerated advancements in technological innovations, most notably in artificial intelligence and blockchain technologies. This transformation is likely to have a significant impact on Islamic finance and, ultimately, on the customer experience. Indeed, this article aims to examine publication trends related to Islamic...

Toward responsible investment: A deep learning frame-work for ESG-differentiated portfolio optimization

Authors: Nguyen M.D.

Journal: Journal of Economics and Management (Poland)

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.22367/jem.2026.48.01

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Abstract: Aim/purpose – This paper proposes a framework that integrates deep learning-based return forecasting with environmental, social, and governance (ESG)-differentiated optimization to align portfolio performance with financial and sustainability goals, enabling data-driven responsible investment decisions. The study hypothesizes that ESG risk dimens...