Emerging Trends in Intelligent Connectivity and Digital Transformation
A special issue of Computers (ISSN 2073-431X). This special issue belongs to the section "Internet of Things (IoT) and Industrial IoT".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 28 February 2026
Special Issue Editor
Interests: information system; IT management; information security management; research methodology; blockchain technology; cyber security
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The digital landscape is rapidly evolving due to innovations in the Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence (AI), advanced networking, and next-generation applications. These developments are reshaping industries, user experiences, and technological ecosystems. This Special Issue seeks to provide a platform for researchers and practitioners to present original contributions, reviews, and case studies on the cutting-edge technologies that are driving intelligent connectivity, automation, and digital transformation.
We welcome submissions from a wide range of disciplines, including computer science, engineering, data science, and human-centered technologies. Topics may address theoretical foundations, applied research, cross-domain integration, simulations, and real-world deployments.
Key areas of interest include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Internet of Things (IoT) and Industrial IoT (IIoT);
- AI and machine learning for intelligent networks;
- Edge, fog, and cloud computing;
- 5G/6G connectivity and advanced communication protocols;
- Blockchain and distributed systems in connected environments;
- Gamification and human-centered computing in networked applications;
- Cybersecurity, privacy, and trust in digital ecosystems;
- Emerging technologies in business management;
- Interoperability, scalability, and energy-efficient architectures;
- Digital transformation and AI-driven innovation across industries.
Dr. Hamed Taherdoost
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- intelligent connectivity
- Internet of Things (IoT)
- wireless communication (5G/6G)
- digital transformation
- Artificial Intelligence (AI)
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