Investing in your Firm's AI Future
When a firm decides to invest in AI, managerial perceptions and preferences of this emerging technology may affect investment decisions.
09/17/2024 | By Victoria Hernandez, Abhijith Anand
Redefining Privacy in Personal, Professional, and Digital Worlds
New research that grew out of a global colloquium hosted by the University of Arkansas Honors College explores personal, professional, and digital privacy.
08/08/2024 | By Ryan Sheets; Lynda Coon and Mary Lacity
Not Just Good vs. Evil: A Balanced View of the Societal Impacts of AI
At this point in the AI evolution, thousands of decisions are being made regarding its development and deployment. We cannot afford to get them wrong.
06/18/2024 | By Kaslyn Tidmore; Rajiv Sabherwal and Varun Grover
How Security and Privacy Concerns Shape App Usage
Privacy and security concerns affect mobile app usage post-download. ISO standards don't improve user trust, but usefulness can offset concerns.
02/20/2024 | By Kaslyn Tidmore, Varun Grover, and Rajiv Sabherwal
Building a ______ Metaverse: How Will We Fill in the Blanks?
We have tools like VR, AR, smart contracts, governance tokens, and SSI. How do we build a metaverse where innovation and creativity is accessible to everybody?
03/07/2023 | By Ryan Sheets, Mary Lacity, Jeff Mullins, Le Kuai
The Token Economy and the Future of Individual Empowerment
We've all heard about cryptocurrency, but what do Bitcoin, Ether, and NFTs mean for the average person? Can we use the token economy to empower individuals?
09/27/2022 | By Ryan Sheets, Mary Lacity
Can Self-Sovereign Identity Deliver Business Value? Lessons Learned from the NHS
Investing in self-sovereign identity and digital passports paid dividends for the NHS during the pandemic; how can your firm use SSI to unlock business value?
04/19/2022 | By Ryan Sheets, Mary Lacity, Erran Carmel
Blocking Fake News: Blockchain as a Digital Notary
Blockchain applications can help counter the spread of fake news, especially on social media. Walton College's Blockchain Center of Excellence shares how Italy’s leading news wire service, ANSA, and E&Y are implementing this service.
07/09/2021 | By Ryan Decker, Mary Lacity, Dan Conway
"Test Drive" a Startup Experience: How to Win a Hackathon in 5 Steps
Competing in – and winning – a blockchain hackathon takes more than tech expertise. It takes problem-solving, planning, communication, and storytelling skills.
07/02/2021 | By Ryan Decker and Jenna Wilson
Digital Health Passes: It’s Not the Technology but the Ecosystem That Matters
The next time you pack your passport to cross an international border (even the U.S.-Canada border), you may also be required to download a DHP to your phone that shows your coronavirus vaccination and/or a recent COVID-19 test result.
06/03/2021 | By Erran Carmel and Mary Lacity
Personal Reflections on a Business School Education
Beginning today, pour yourself completely into your college experience, and later, give something of significance back to your community and to society.
05/22/2020 | By Michael Adkison, Daniel Conway
Buying into Blockchain: What Does It Take to Invest?
Its name strikes fear into the hearts of men, leaving even the strongest among us trembling: blockchain technology. Yet, to paraphrase many analysts, blockchain is the hot, new trend in business..
03/06/2020 | By Michael Adkison, Remko Van Hoek
U of A Partners with Blockchain Company for Innovative Resume-Building Program
The University of Arkansas recently collaborated with Arkansas-based blockchain company iDatafy to implement a new resume-building program for students..
02/18/2020 | By Michael Adkison
Interoperability: A Big Unanswered Question in Blockchain
Blockchain solutions are rapidly developing yet relatively immature. This immaturity and rapidity make interoperability a difficult, yet important, topic to address.
01/31/2020 | By Ryan Sheets, Mary Lacity, Zach Steelman, Paul Cronan