Navigating the Intersection of Artificial Intelligence, Security, and Ethical Governance

Sentinels of Cyberspace
2025
ISBN: 978-3-031-72820-4
Verlag: Springer Nature Switzerland

Buch, Englisch, 170 Seiten, Format (B × H): 160 mm x 241 mm, Gewicht: 466 g

Reihe: Advanced Sciences and Technologies for Security Applications

This book not only equips the readers with the essential knowledge to gain a nuanced understanding of the present cyber threat landscape but also offers strategic foresight to navigate the challenges looming on our digital horizon. In the ever-evolving realm of cyberspace, this meticulously crafted book reveals the escalating cyber threats challenging the foundations of global security and governance. Unprecedented in its synthesis of academic rigour and practical insight, “Sentinels of Cyberspace: Navigating the Intersection of AI, Security, and Ethical Governance in Western Democracies” demystifies the complex relationship between cybersecurity and AI.

Rich with comprehensive literature reviews, insightful case studies, and forward-looking perspectives, this book serves as an indispensable guide for scholars, policymakers, practitioners, researchers, and all those concerned with the security fabric of Western democracies. Its unique blend of theoretical frameworks and real-world scenarios creates a transformative bridge between academic discourse and practical application.

From foundational explorations of AI to in-depth analyses of its applications in decision-making, crime analysis, counter-terrorism, and predictive modelling, each chapter weaves a narrative that not only articulates contemporary challenges but also lays the groundwork for practical solutions. This transformative work actively engages with ethical dimensions, ensuring a delicate balance between theoretical insights and actionable considerations.

More than just informative, “Sentinels of Cyberspace: Navigating the Intersection of Artificial Intelligence, Security, and Ethical Governance in Western Democracies” is a roadmap to navigate the intricate landscape of cybersecurity and AI integration, propelling the discourse towards innovative solutions. For those intrigued by the evolving dynamics of our digital era, this book is an essential companion, offering strategic foresight to understand and address the pressing issues at the intersection of technology, security, and governance.

Zielgruppe

Graduate

Autoren/Hrsg.

Montasari, Reza

Masys, Anthony J.

Jahankhani, Hamid

Fachgebiete

• Mathematik | Informatik EDV | Informatik Informatik Künstliche Intelligenz
• Rechtswissenschaften Recht, Rechtswissenschaft Allgemein
• Rechtswissenschaften Strafrecht Kriminologie, Strafverfolgung

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Exploring Applications and Implications of Big Data Predictive Analytics in Policing Cyberspace.- Securing E-Voting Authentication: A framework Integrating AI-based Facial Recognition.- Addressing Current and Emerging Challenges in DF: An Examination and Recommendations.- Analysing the effectiveness of YOLO model in detecting the images captured by the drone.- Evaluating the importance of SSI-Blockchain Digital Identity Framework for cross-border Healthcare patient record management.- A Critical Analysis of the Impact of Mis- and Disinformation through the Media on Society.- An investigation of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Cybersecurity: Case of AI integration in German Cybersecurity strategy.- Children’s Involvement in Terrorist and Extremist Groups.- The Evolution of Terrorism in Digital Era: Cyberterrorism, Social Media, and Modern Extremism.

Über Autor(innen)

Dr. Reza Montasari is Senior Lecturer in cyber threats at the Department of Criminology, Sociology and Social Policy at Swansea University, the UK. He holds a B.Sc. (Hons) in multimedia computing and an M.Sc. in computer forensics both from the University of South Wales and a Ph.D. in digital forensics from the University of Derby. Dr. Montasari is also Fellow of Higher Education Academy (FHEA), Chartered Engineer (CEng), and Member of the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET). At Swansea University, he is Member of the Cyber Threats Research Centre (CYTREC). Additionally, he serves as Member of the strategic independent advisory group at South Wales Police (Cardiff, the UK).

He is Prolific Publisher of academic research. Furthermore, Reza is Experienced Professor, Supervisor, and Examiner for undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral candidates. His experience extends to designing, developing, and validating new programs and modules.

Professor. Hamid Jahankhani gained his Ph.D. from the Queen Mary College, University of London. In 1999, he moved to the University of East London (UEL) to become First Professor of Information Security and Cyber Criminology at the university in 2010. Over the last 15 years, Hamid have also been involved in developing new and innovative programmes and introducing “block mode” delivery approach at UEL. Hamid’s principal research area for a number of years has been in the field of cybersecurity, information security, and digital forensics. In partnership with the key industrial sectors, he has examined and established several innovative research projects that are of direct relevance to the needs of the UK and European information security, digital forensics industries, critical national infrastructure, and law enforcement agencies.

Professor Jahankhani is Editor-in-Chief of the International Journal of Electronic Security and Digital Forensics, www.inderscience.com/ijesdf, and International Journal of Electronic democracy, www.inderscience.com/ijedDr. Anthony Masys is Associate Professor of global health in the College of Public Health. Former Senior Defence Scientist and Senior Air Force Officer, Dr. Masys has a B.Sc. in physics and M.Sc. in underwater acoustics and oceanography from the Royal Military College of Canada and a Ph.D. from the University of Leicester. He is Editor-in-Chief for Springer Publishing book series: Advanced Sciences and Technologies for Security Applications and holds various advisory board positions with academic journals and books series.

Dr. Masys is an Associate Professor in the College of Public Health, University of South Florida. He is an internationally recognized author, speaker, and facilitator and has held workshops on security, visual thinking, design thinking, futures thinking and systems thinking in Europe, Canada, South America, West Africa, and Asia. He has published extensively in the domains of physics and the social sciences. Dr Masys is the Editor in Chief for the Springer book series: Advanced Sciences and Technologies for Security Applications.