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by Abeba N. Turi (Editor), Pooja Lekhi (Editor)
This edited book focuses on the multidimensional aspects of the technological megatrends shaping our global economic system's social, economic, and geopolitical order in the face of uncertainties. With continued shocks, economic downturns, socio-political crises, climate change, and waves of pandemics that pose an existential threat, technological forces have significant effects in defining our path. In this book, by focusing on recent innovations and technological megatrends, the authors assess the sustainability of such human developments in the face of uncertainty. The book analyses the core developments, and trending tech solutions that pause challenges and bring opportunities for businesses and the economies as our global economy emerges from the devastating economic downturn caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond. The book appeals to professionals wanting to assess how technological developments and innovation will impact their areas, but also to researchers interested in the impact on businesses, industries and economies.
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This edited book focuses on the multidimensional aspects of the technological megatrends shaping our global economic system's social, economic, and geopolitical order in the face of uncertainties. With continued shocks, economic downturns, socio-political crises, climate change, and waves of pandemics that pose an existential threat, technological forces have significant effects in defining our path. In this book, by focusing on recent innovations and technological megatrends, the authors assess the sustainability of such human developments in the face of uncertainty. The book analyses the core developments, and trending tech solutions that pause challenges and bring opportunities for businesses and the economies as our global economy emerges from the devastating economic downturn caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond. The book appeals to professionals wanting to assess how technological developments and innovation will impact their areas, but also to researchers interested in the impact on businesses, industries and economies.
Author Biography
Dr. Abeba N. Turi (Ph.D.) is a published author and scholar with expertise in Digital Economy. She has extensive experience in academia and various research domains across different regions in Africa, Europe, and Canada. Her research works have been presented at international indexed conferences in China, Canada, Germany, Italy, Spain, and the United Kingdom. Her research interest areas include Algorithm Economy and Data Science, Applied Economics, Digital Economy, Fintech Applications and e-commerce, Business Model Design and Engineering, DLTs and Cryptonomics, Tech Policy and Emerging Tech Analysis. Dr. Turi identifies herself as a disruptive tech and decentralization enthusiast.
Dr. Pooja Lekhi (Ph.D.) is a proficient professional with over nine years of experience in teaching and research within the business administration field, specializing in finance. She currently holds the positions of Vice Chair in the Department of Quantitative Studies and finance professor at the University Canada West. Backed by a solid academic foundation and a comprehensive grasp of effective pedagogical and assessment methodologies, she adeptly communicates intricate technical and financial concepts with clarity. Her instructional responsibilities embrace both management and finance courses. She possesses a Ph.D. in business administration (finance) and a master's in business administration (finance) from Punjab Technical University in India. Her contributions include numerous published research articles, magazine pieces, and book reviews. Moreover, she's frequently cited in various international media outlets, including Express.co.uk, capital.com, and currency.com. Her research interests span analyzing asset quality management practices in banks, evaluating banks' loan and investment portfolios, along with exploring cryptocurrencies and financial technologies.
