This study employed the Technology Acceptance Model to investigate Omani English as a foreign language (EFL) learners’ perceptions and use of ChatGPT in English learning settings. A predominantly quantitative descriptive design was adopted, using a questionnaire that included primarily closed‑ended items with three open‑ended items added to support the quantitative findings. The data were colle...

This paper presents a novel software interface for tracking student behavior, performance and attendance, exploring how software is used in education and analyzing the benefits and challenges that can come with its use. Technology has become increasingly important to education over recent years, making it a major focus within both technology and education. In this context, the paper presents th...

The potential economic and social benefits of digitalization are far-reaching and frequently discussed in public discourse. It is often portrayed as a silver bullet for addressing the world’s increasingly urgent environmental challenges. In particular, digitalization is considered a key enabler of a low-carbon economy. However, realizing these technological potentials requires effective impleme...

Flood prediction and early warning systems are critical for protecting lives and property during flood disasters. However, traditional forecasting methods often suffer from limited accuracy, data quality issues, and delayed dissemination. This study presents a Flood Prediction and Advisory System (FPAS) that integrates machine learning, blockchain, and persuasive modeling to enhance flood forec...

In the digital era, access to financial services has become a cornerstone for economic empowerment and inclusive growth. However, millions in developing regions such as Tanzania remain unbanked, lacking access to formal financial systems. With the growth of fintech innovations, platforms like PalmPay have emerged as crucial tools for bridging this financial gap. PalmPay, a mobile money and fina...

Random number generation is crucial in areas such as cryptography, simulations, and gaming. True random number generators (TRNGs) rely on unpredictable physical phenomena (e.g., thermal noise or quantum effects), whereas pseudo-random number generators (PRNGs) use deterministic algorithms seeded with an initial value. The choice of seed can significantly affect the statistical quality and secur...