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The American Journal of Interdisciplinary Innovations and Research

Volume 7.
Issue 11.

Volume 7 Issue 11

November 2025

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Articles · OPEN ACCESS 28 November 2025

AI-Driven Cybersecurity in CI/CD and Distributed Systems: Enhancing Threat Detection, Vulnerability Management, and Data Protection

Eliza V. Kowalski

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The rapid evolution of digital infrastructures and cloud-native technologies has intensified the complexity of cybersecurity challenges, particularly in Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) environments and distributed systems. This research provides a comprehensive examination of AI-driven approaches in cybersecurity, emphasizing threat detection, vulnerability management, and post-breach data protection. Through an in-depth synthesis of contemporary studies, the paper explores machine learning algorithms, AI-powered threat intelligence platforms, and predictive security models applied to CI/CD pipelines and telecom networks. The study further evaluates the integration of AI within DevOps frameworks, highlighting the proactive identification and mitigation of sophisticated cyber threats, including adversarial attacks and data poisoning. Methodologically, the paper adopts a qualitative synthesis of prior empirical findings, whitepapers, and emerging AI implementations across diverse platforms such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud. Findings indicate that AI not only enhances real-time monitoring but also enables predictive insights that strengthen organizational resilience against both known and novel cyber threats. Limitations, including model interpretability, data privacy constraints, and computational overheads, are critically examined. Future directions focus on hybrid AI architectures, the ethical deployment of machine learning in sensitive environments, and the alignment of AI-driven security measures with regulatory frameworks. This work contributes to the growing body of knowledge by providing a theoretically grounded, practice-oriented understanding of AI’s role in modern cybersecurity ecosystems.

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Articles · OPEN ACCESS 02 November 2025

Optimizing Japanese Quail Production: A Comprehensive Analysis of Feeding Regimens and Spirulina platensis Supplementation on Growth, Physiological Health, and Gut Microbiota

Dr. L. M. Abougabal, Dr. K. M. Mahrose

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Background: The Japanese quail is a key species in sustainable poultry production, yet optimal feeding strategies are still being explored. This study investigated the combined effects of different feeding regimens and dietary supplementation with Spirulina platensis on growth performance, blood biochemistry, and intestinal microbial capacity in Japanese quails.

Methods: A total of 240 one-day-old Japanese quails were assigned to a 2×3 factorial design, with factors being feeding regimen (ad libitum vs. quantitative feed restriction) and Spirulina supplementation (0%, 1%, 2%). The trial lasted for 42 days. Data on growth performance, serum biochemistry (glucose, total protein, cholesterol, triglycerides), stress markers (heterophil-to-lymphocyte ratio), and digestive tract microbial counts (Lactobacillus, Bifidobacterium, E. coli) were collected and analyzed using a two-way ANOVA.

Results: Feed restriction was associated with an improved feed conversion ratio (p<0.05) without negatively impacting final body weight, while Spirulina supplementation at the 2% level was associated with enhanced growth performance metrics and beneficially altered blood parameters, including a reduction in cholesterol and an increase in total protein. The heterophil-to-lymphocyte ratio was significantly lower in quails fed with 2% Spirulina, which is associated with reduced stress. Furthermore, dietary Spirulina was associated with a significant increase in beneficial bacteria like Lactobacillus and a decrease in E. coli counts in the ceca. The combination of feed restriction and 2% Spirulina was associated with the most favorable outcomes in terms of feed efficiency and gut health.

Conclusion: The findings suggest that strategic feed restriction can improve feed efficiency in Japanese quails, and dietary supplementation with Spirulina platensis at 2% is a highly effective method for enhancing growth, physiological health, and the microbial balance in the gut. These results provide valuable insights for developing sustainable and efficient feeding protocols in the quail industry.

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Articles · OPEN ACCESS 30 November 2025

Evolutionary Pathways in Legacy System Modernization: Strategic, Organizational, and Technological Dimensions of ASP.NET to ASP.NET Core Migration

Edward M. Ashcroft

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The Legacy system modernization has emerged as one of the most persistent and complex challenges in contemporary information systems research and practice, particularly as organizations confront accelerating technological change, heightened performance expectations, and expanding digital ecosystems. Within this broad modernization discourse, the evolution from ASP.NET to ASP.NET Core represents a critical and illustrative case of platform-level transformation that encapsulates not only technical refactoring but also profound organizational, architectural, and strategic reorientation. This research article develops a comprehensive, theory-driven examination of legacy system migration through the specific lens of ASP.NET to ASP.NET Core evolution, situating this transition within wider scholarly debates on system modernization, organizational adaptation, risk governance, and long-term operational value creation. Drawing exclusively on established academic literature, including a recent IEEE conference contribution that systematically analyzes the tools, strategies, and implementation approaches underpinning the ASP.NET to ASP.NET Core transition, this study constructs an integrative analytical framework that bridges software engineering practices with organizational and policy considerations (Valiveti,

 

2025).

The discussion section advances a critical synthesis that positions ASP.NET Core migration as both a technological evolution and a socio-technical transformation, engaging with counterarguments that question the cost-benefit balance of large-scale modernization initiatives. By systematically addressing these critiques, the article articulates a set of theoretically informed implications for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers. The study concludes by outlining a forward-looking research agenda that calls for deeper empirical investigation into post-migration value realization, governance models, and the role of artificial intelligence in adaptive modernization strategies (Hughes & Patel, 2020).

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Articles · OPEN ACCESS 26 November 2025

Ontology of Quantum Information for Efficient Visual and Language Control

Yevhen Petrov

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The article analyzes the architecture of intelligent video surveillance based on an ontology of information quanta. The relevance of the study is determined by tightening requirements for IoT video analytics, which must operate under limited network bandwidth, strict privacy requirements, and tight budgets. The novelty of the approach lies in tokenizing video streams at the edge : low-level visual descriptors are transformed into semantically stable information quanta (IQ), after which their cloud processing is performed by vision-language models. The paper formalizes the principles of a two-tier edge-cloud architecture and analyzes data-centric methods that increase the robustness of models to noisy data. Special attention within the work is paid to the ontology of actions as a connecting link between pose detection and subsequent semantic interpretation. The aim of the study is to demonstrate that the proposed architecture ensures ultra-low latency, compliance with privacy requirements, and high interpretability of decisions. To achieve this aim, methods of systems analysis and comparative performance analysis are employed. In conclusion, it is shown that the architecture enables efficient solving of complex event analysis tasks in real time. The material is addressed to specialists in the fields of computer vision, the Internet of Things, and security systems.

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Articles · OPEN ACCESS 30 November 2025

Securing Modern Software Supply Chains: Threats, Frameworks, and Strategic Countermeasures

Johnathan M. Ellis

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The global reliance on complex software supply chains has introduced unprecedented vulnerabilities that threaten organizational, national, and international cybersecurity. High-profile incidents such as the SolarWinds compromise have exposed critical weaknesses in software development and deployment pipelines, highlighting the need for holistic strategies that integrate technological, procedural, and policy-level safeguards (Peisert et al., 2021). This study presents a comprehensive analysis of contemporary software supply chain security challenges, examining the spectrum of threat vectors, attack methodologies, and systemic vulnerabilities inherent in modern software ecosystems (Herr, 2021; Chess et al., 2007). Leveraging recent industry reports and governmental directives, including Executive Order 14028 on Improving the Nation’s Cybersecurity (Biden, 2021), the research evaluates current mitigation frameworks such as Software Bill of Materials (SBOM), Supply Chain Levels for Software Artifacts (SLSA), and other end-to-end integrity mechanisms (Lewandowski & Lodato, 2021; Shukla, 2022). Methodologically, this study synthesizes qualitative assessments of documented attacks with theoretical threat modeling and scenario-based analyses to identify systemic weaknesses and propose robust, scalable defense strategies. Results underscore the prevalence of both overt and covert attack vectors, including cross-build injection, Trojan source vulnerabilities, and malicious open-source contributions (Boucher & Anderson, 2021; Wu & Lu, 2021). The discussion emphasizes the critical interplay between organizational policies, developer practices, and automated security mechanisms, highlighting gaps in current standards and avenues for regulatory and technical enhancements. The findings advocate for a layered defense paradigm that combines proactive code validation, continuous monitoring, rigorous provenance tracking, and inter-organizational collaboration. This research contributes to the evolving discourse on software supply chain security, offering evidence-based recommendations for both policy formulation and practical implementation within enterprise and governmental contexts.

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Articles · OPEN ACCESS 24 November 2025

Tips for Beginners from Nataliia Zapara: How to Build a Successful Career in the Nail Industry?

Nataliia Zapara

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The article presents a conceptual analysis and systematization of effective strategies for building a successful professional trajectory in the field of nail services. This analysis is based on the generalization of principles and practices developed by expert Nataliia Zapara, an internationally recognized nail artist and multiple champion of Nailympia competitions. The purpose of the study is to organize and comprehend effective strategies for beginning specialists by examining the expert's philosophy. The empirical basis consists of a qualitative analysis of Zapara’s published expert texts on the development of the nail industry and creative approaches to nail design, as well as materials in which she reflects on the role of continuous education and competition experience in a master’s career. The paper examines the theoretical foundations of professional development in the beauty industry, the practical aspects of mastering the craft, marketing communications, and client orientation. The conducted analysis made it possible to formulate comprehensive recommendations that contribute to achieving a high level of professionalism and competitiveness in the nail services market. The results of this conceptual study can be used in educational programs for the training of nail service masters, as well as directly by beginning specialists for career planning.

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Articles · OPEN ACCESS 30 November 2025

An Integrated MLOps Framework for Robust, Scalable Deployment of Large Language Models Across Domains

Dr. Tobias Müller

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The rapid proliferation and success of large language models (LLMs) across domains — from natural language processing, finance, medicine to multimodal tasks — highlight their transformative potential for research, industrial applications, and societal impact. However, scaling LLM deployment in real-world, production-grade environments introduces significant challenges in reproducibility, maintainability, performance optimization, and quality assurance. This article proposes a comprehensive, conceptual MLOps‑centric framework for the deployment and lifecycle management of LLMs, integrating continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines in cloud-based settings, combined with domain‑aware evaluation and governance strategies. Drawing on extensive literature — including surveys of LLM architectures and applications (Minaee et al., 2024; Naveed et al., 2023; Pahune & Chandrasekharan, 2023; Zhao et al., 2023), domain‑specific use cases in finance (Lee et al., 2024), medicine (Gao et al., 2023; Dada et al., 2024), information retrieval (Zhu et al., 2023), multilingual models (Yuan et al., 2023), and multimodal expansions (Wang et al., 2024) — as well as recent work on MLOps practices and tool ecosystems (Chandra, 2025; Berberi et al., 2025; Zarour et al., 2025; Kazmierczak et al., 2024), we articulate the architectural components, workflow stages, evaluation metrics, risk‑mitigation strategies, and domain‑adaptive customization necessary for sustainable deployment. We discuss in detail the benefits, limitations, and future directions, including adaptability for specialized domains, governance, reproducibility, and cross‑domain interoperability. Our framework aspires to serve as a reference blueprint for researchers, engineers, and stakeholders seeking to operationalize LLMs effectively and responsibly.

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Articles · OPEN ACCESS 22 November 2025

Evaluating Cytomegalovirus (CMV): Laboratory Diagnostic Assays: Standardization, Sensitivity, and Algorithm Design. A Literature Review.

Dr.Anmar Layth Talib

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Cytomegalovirus (CMV) is a globally distributed herpesvirus that establishes lifelong latency and can cause severe disease in newborns, pregnant women and immunocompromised patients. Accurate laboratory diagnosis is essential to guide antiviral therapy, infection control, and epidemiological surveillance. Multiple diagnostic modalities are used, including nucleic acid amplification testing (NAAT) such as  polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and transcription-mediated amplification (TMA), clustered regularly interspaced short palindromic repeat (CRISPR-based assays), serology of Immunoglobulin  (IgM, IgG, IgG avidity), antigen detection (pp65), viral culture, dried blood spots (DBS), tissue biopsy, and functional CMV assays such as immunoassays (Flow cytometry, QuantiFERON-CMV  and ELISpot Assays) CMV smear are included. Molecular techniques, especially PCR-based methods, provide rapid, sensitive and specific detection of Cytomegalovirus DNA or RNA from various samples and remain the gold standard for congenital, transplant and immunodeficient patients. Serology and antigen-based testing provide complementary information, but have limitations in distinguishing active infection from latent infection. Recommended laboratory algorithms emphasize the integration of timely sampling, quantitative viral load monitoring, and patient immune status to optimize clinical decision making. Despite progress, there are still research gaps in universal newborn screening, prenatal prediction, standardization of viral load thresholds and analysis harmony. Future directions aim to improve molecular and immune-based diagnostics, standardize laboratory workflow, and improve patient care in high-risk populations.

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Articles · OPEN ACCESS 30 November 2025

A Comprehensive Analysis of Containerization, Orchestration, And Virtualization Architectures: Performance Benchmarking and Strategic Evolution in The Cloud-To-Edge Continuum

Jeeun Park

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The rapid evolution of cloud computing has transitioned from monolithic infrastructure-as-a-service models toward highly granular, distributed architectures spanning the computing continuum. This research provides an exhaustive investigation into the performance metrics, orchestration frameworks, and architectural paradigms governing modern virtualization and containerization. By synthesizing contemporary benchmarking methodologies with a systematic review of resource management, this paper addresses the critical trade-offs between Virtual Machines (VMs) and containers, particularly in the context of scientific applications and edge computing. The study further explores the integration of machine learning in orchestration, the role of blockchain in securing distributed ledgers within cloud environments, and the shift toward serverless execution. Detailed analysis reveals that while containers offer superior agility and lower overhead, the isolation properties of VMs remain paramount for multi-tenant security. Furthermore, the emergence of hybrid electrical/optical switch architectures and multi-cloud federation strategies are evaluated as key enablers for next-generation data centers. This article concludes that the future of cloud-native ecosystems lies in the intelligent, automated coordination of heterogeneous resources, necessitating a shift from static provisioning to dynamic, intent-based orchestration.

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Articles · OPEN ACCESS 29 November 2025

Closing Enterprise Identity Assurance Gaps Through Combined FIDO2 and Certificate-Based Authentication Architectures

John R. Whitaker

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The accelerating shift toward passwordless authentication, driven by technological advances in device-bound biometrics, platform authenticators, and standardized protocols, has created both opportunity and complexity for enterprise identity assurance. This article critically examines the integration of FIDO2-based passwordless mechanisms (including passkeys and CTAP/WebAuthn paradigms) with traditional certificate-based authentication to construct a hybrid, phishing-resistant, privacy-aware, and scalable identity architecture suited to modern enterprises. Drawing strictly from the provided literature, the paper synthesizes empirical and normative findings about mobile biometric advances, behavioral biometrics, FIDO2 usability and privacy implications, certificate lifecycle management, and data-protection regulation constraints (notably GDPR). The work articulates a detailed methodology for combining FIDO2 client- and server-side flows with enterprise Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), including trust anchoring, credential lifecycle orchestration, fallback and account recovery strategies, and privacy-preserving biometric handling aligned with regulatory obligations. Results are presented as descriptive analyses of anticipated security posture improvements, usability trade-offs, and operational complexity, supported by comparative studies of FIDO2 usability and biometric misconceptions. The discussion explores theoretical implications for identity assurance, counter-arguments regarding centralization and vendor lock-in, limitations in biometric entropy and behavioral approaches, and directions for future research including decentralized identifiers and semantic design patterns for passwordless applications. The article concludes with practical recommendations for phased enterprise adoption, governance controls, and technical blueprints aimed at realizing phishing-resistant, GDPR-compliant, and user-friendly authentication in heterogeneous enterprise ecosystems. (Abstract 238 words)

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Articles · OPEN ACCESS 12 November 2025

The Influence of Artificial Intelligence on Paradigms of Entrepreneurship and Innovative Product Development

Hyo Ji Yun

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The study examines how artificial intelligence reshapes entrepreneurial activity and new-product trajectories across discovery, design, launch, and post-launch learning. The contribution lies in consolidating recent evidence on AI’s impact on opportunity formation, decision flows, and governance in risk-sensitive and regulated domains such as mental health, education, and organizations and products across sectors. The review describes performance gains from generative systems in knowledge work, the structuring value of multi-agent orchestration, and the strategic implications for data provenance, evaluation discipline, and go-to-market execution. Special attention is paid to cross-phase integration, where insight artifacts travel intact from qualitative discovery to modeling and telemetry-guided iteration. The goal is to derive an operator’s framework that aligns research signals with venture routines and product leadership choices. Methods include comparative synthesis of peer-reviewed sources, critical appraisal, and concept mapping. The conclusion outlines a reproducible stack for AI-native entrepreneurship that balances speed with auditability and trust, relevant for founders and product leaders.

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Articles · OPEN ACCESS 30 November 2025

Advanced Cryptocurrency Trend Prediction Using Cloud-Enabled Ensemble Learning Systems

Finley A. Hardwick

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The rapid evolution of financial markets, particularly cryptocurrency exchanges, has produced an unprecedented volume of volatile, non linear, and highly noisy time series data that challenges classical econometric forecasting models. In response to this complexity, ensemble deep learning has emerged as a dominant paradigm capable of integrating heterogeneous learning structures, reducing generalization error, and improving robustness under non stationary market conditions. The present research develops a comprehensive theoretical and methodological investigation into cloud deployed ensemble deep learning architectures for cryptocurrency price trend forecasting, positioning this domain within the broader evolution of ensemble theory and deep learning research. Grounded in a detailed synthesis of contemporary ensemble deep learning scholarship, the study builds on the cloud centric, ensemble based cryptocurrency modeling approach demonstrated by Kanikanti et al. (2025), who empirically established that distributed ensemble deep neural networks deployed on cloud infrastructure can capture nonlinear crypto market dynamics with superior predictive stability. Drawing from a wide body of interdisciplinary research across finance, biomedical signal analysis, weather modeling, cyber security, and natural language processing, this article situates cryptocurrency forecasting as a uniquely challenging domain that requires both model diversity and scalable computational orchestration.

The study conceptualizes cryptocurrency price movements as emergent phenomena resulting from collective market psychology, algorithmic trading, regulatory shocks, and speculative feedback loops. These dynamics render single model deep learning systems structurally fragile, as they tend to overfit regime specific patterns. Ensemble deep learning

 

mitigates this vulnerability by aggregating diverse neural representations such as convolutional, recurrent, and hybrid architectures into a coordinated decision system. Through a carefully articulated methodological design, the article explains how cloud deployed ensembles enable elastic scalability, asynchronous model updating, and distributed inference, which are indispensable in real time financial environments. The research further integrates insights from ensemble theory, including bagging, boosting, stacking, and deep boosting, to construct a unified conceptual framework for financial prediction.

The results section offers an interpretive synthesis of ensemble based cryptocurrency forecasting outcomes as reported in the literature, demonstrating that ensembles consistently outperform single model baselines in terms of trend stability, directional accuracy, and resilience to data drift. These outcomes are contextualized using financial risk theory and computational learning theory, emphasizing that ensemble deep learning does not merely improve numerical accuracy but fundamentally reshapes the epistemology of prediction in high volatility markets.

The discussion extends this analysis by critically comparing ensemble deep learning to traditional econometric and machine learning approaches, addressing interpretability, ethical risk, computational cost, and regulatory implications. The article concludes that cloud deployed ensemble deep learning constitutes a paradigm shift in financial analytics, enabling a more adaptive, resilient, and theoretically grounded approach to cryptocurrency forecasting. By synthesizing ensemble learning theory with real world cloud based deployment strategies, this research provides a comprehensive foundation for future scholarly and industrial innovation in financial artificial intelligence.

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Articles · OPEN ACCESS 27 November 2025

Scalable Vulnerability Management and Automated Threat Mitigation in Healthcare Ecosystems: An Analysis of AI-Driven Frameworks for 100K+ Asset Environments

Lina R. Al-Shaqiri

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The rapid digitization of healthcare infrastructure has precipitated a critical security challenge: the management of vulnerabilities across massive, heterogeneous environments often exceeding 100,000 assets. This paper investigates the efficacy of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and automated frameworks in mitigating cyber threats within these high-density clinical ecosystems. By analyzing recent breach statistics and contrasting legacy security models with modern cloud-based remediation tools, we evaluate the operational shift required to secure the Internet of Medical Things (IoMT). The methodology employs a comparative analysis of manual versus AI-driven vulnerability management cycles, focusing on metrics such as Mean Time to Remediate (MTTR) and false positive rates. Our analysis draws upon legal frameworks and industrial big data analytics to contextualize the technical findings within the broader scope of international governance and compliance. The results indicate that while legacy models fail to scale, AI-driven automated threat mitigation significantly reduces the window of exposure for critical clinical assets. However, the integration of these technologies introduces complex legal and ethical considerations regarding data privacy and algorithmic accountability. We conclude that a hybrid approach, combining automated "self-healing" networks with robust human oversight, is essential for the future resilience of healthcare information systems.

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Articles · OPEN ACCESS 30 November 2025

SECURING CLOUD-NATIVE BIG DATA WAREHOUSES: A DISTRIBUTED SYSTEMS AND PRIVACY-PRESERVING ANALYTICS PERSPECTIVE

Prof. Isabela Correa

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The contemporary data ecosystem is defined by the explosive growth of heterogeneous, high-velocity, and high-volume datasets that are increasingly processed within cloud-native data warehousing platforms. These environments promise unprecedented scalability, elasticity, and analytical sophistication, yet they simultaneously introduce profound security and privacy challenges that extend well beyond the concerns of traditional on-premise data management. Distributed architectures, multi-tenant infrastructures, and complex data life cycles generate an intricate threat surface that demands systematic, theoretically grounded, and empirically informed approaches to protection. This article develops a comprehensive and original analysis of security and privacy in cloud-based big data warehousing by synthesizing perspectives from distributed systems theory, big data security scholarship, and modern data warehouse engineering practices. In particular, the architectural and operational principles articulated in contemporary cloud data warehouse platforms, as exemplified by Amazon Redshift, are treated not merely as engineering choices but as socio-technical constructs that reconfigure trust, accountability, and risk within data-driven organizations (Worlikar, Patel, & Challa, 2025).

The study begins by situating cloud-native data warehouses within the historical evolution of distributed systems, tracing how reliability, fault tolerance, and security principles originally developed for tightly controlled enterprise networks have been transformed by the rise of virtualized, globally distributed cloud infrastructures (Birman, 2005; Tanenbaum & van Steen, 2007). It then integrates big data security and privacy research that highlights the vulnerability of the entire data life cycle, from ingestion and storage to analytics and sharing (Koo, Kang, & Kim, 2020; Venkatraman & Venkatraman, 2019). Through a qualitative, literature-driven methodological design, this article interprets how architectural components such as shared-nothing clusters, columnar storage, massively parallel processing, and serverless elasticity alter the classical assumptions of access control, encryption, auditing, and trust boundaries.

By grounding its analysis in both distributed systems theory and modern data warehouse practice, including the operational recipes and architectural patterns discussed by Worlikar et al. (2025), this research contributes a holistic framework for understanding and governing security and privacy in the era of cloud-based analytics. The article concludes by outlining implications for system designers, data governance professionals, and researchers, emphasizing that future progress will depend not only on stronger cryptography or access controls but also on transparent architectures, accountable service models, and ethically informed data practices.

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Articles · OPEN ACCESS 24 November 2025

Artistic Ceramics Of Uzbekistan: Traditions And Innovations

Alieva Surayyo

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The article analyzes the development of artistic ceramics from the 20th to the early 21st century. It examines the distinctive features of the artistic style of Uzbek ceramics in the context of preserving and creatively interpreting traditions in contemporary masters’ practice. The study explores the adaptation of new forms, the dynamics of stylistic changes, and the process of creating a new system of imagery in the ceramics of Uzbekistan, and also traces the relationship between tradition and innovation within a broad socio-cultural and historical context.

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Articles · OPEN ACCESS 30 November 2025

Advancing Large Language Model Optimization and Security: Architectures, Applications, and Efficiency Enhancements

Dr. Elias Moreau

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The rapid evolution of large language models (LLMs) has catalyzed transformative changes across artificial intelligence applications, from natural language processing and code optimization to cybersecurity and edge intelligence. Despite their unprecedented capabilities, LLMs present critical challenges in efficiency, security, trustworthiness, and environmental impact. This research systematically examines contemporary LLM architectures, deployment strategies, and optimization techniques, emphasizing firmware-level and energy-efficient solutions. The study integrates a comprehensive survey of LLM applications in software engineering, phishing detection, SoC security, and malicious insider threat mitigation. Methodological insights include detailed analyses of instruction tuning, code generation optimization, and search-based LLM approaches for enhanced computational performance. Results highlight the trade-offs between model accuracy, latency, and energy consumption, revealing that firmware-level optimization and heuristic-based inference strategies significantly improve LLM performance while reducing operational costs. Discussion addresses the limitations of current architectures, potential risks of autonomous vulnerability exploitation, and environmental concerns associated with large-scale deployments. The study concludes with actionable recommendations for designing next-generation LLMs that balance computational efficiency, robustness, and ecological sustainability, while fostering secure and reliable AI-driven systems.

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Articles · OPEN ACCESS 24 November 2025

Analysis of the Integration of Vegan Formulas into Eyelash Extension Materials and Eyebrow Dyes: Chemical Stability and Allergy Minimization in Accordance with Updated FDA Regulations for 2025

Tetiana Zrobok

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The conducted study provides a comprehensive analysis of implementing vegan formulations in professional eyelash and eyebrow products in light of the updated requirements of the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) set forth by the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act (MoCRA). The aim is to evaluate the chemical stability, functional characteristics, and allergy profile of vegan substitutes for traditional ingredients and to determine pathways to align them with tightened safety standards. The methodological approach includes a systematic review of scientific publications, content analysis of FDA regulatory materials and manufacturers’ technical dossiers, as well as synthesis of data from industry reports. The work demonstrates that the shift to vegan formulas in eyelash extension adhesives, eyebrow dyes, and lamination compositions generally preserves key synthetic actives (in particular, cyanoacrylates and p-phenylenediamine derivatives), creating a vegan paradox in which marketing notions of naturalness and safety diverge from the actual chemical nature of the products. It is established that the main vegan alternative to p-phenylenediamine (PPD), toluene-2,5-diamine sulfate (PTDS), is characterized by a high level of cross-reactivity (≈42,9%), which substantially limits its hypoallergenic potential. It is concluded that MoCRA shifts manufacturers from declarative promises to evidence-based safety substantiation, complicating and increasing the cost of bringing vegan products to market. The material is addressed to cosmetic industry chemical technologists, regulatory specialists, dermatologists, and practicing beauty-service professionals.

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Articles · OPEN ACCESS 30 November 2025

Ethically Oriented Gamification Mechanisms in Family Digital Platforms: The Influence of Positive Reinforcement Systems on the Formation of Healthy Digital Habits in Children

Mykola Nesvietaiev

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This study analyzes gamified systems as a structural component of contemporary family digital platforms in 2024–2025. At the center of the discussion lies the problem of ethically sound design of game mechanics functionally oriented toward the formation of sustainable and psychologically healthy digital practices among children and adolescents. The analytical corpus of the study includes an interpretation of screen-time statistics and device-use patterns, an assessment of the dynamics of the EdTech segment, and an examination of behavioral models applicable to habit regulation, including B. J. Fogg’s model and optimized Markov decision processes as an instrument for formalizing sequences of choice and probabilistic transitions.

It is shown that the effectiveness of gamification is determined not by decorative “playification” of the interface, but by the proper calibration of feedback loops and reinforcement contingencies. Within this context, the mechanisms of positive reinforcement are examined, and two logics of influence are compared: automated gamification, which delivers algorithmically specified stimuli, and traditional parental praise as a socially mediated form of reinforcement marked by a different valence and a different degree of contextual sensitivity. It is emphasized separately that the transfer of motivational regulation functions into a software environment increases the reproducibility of the effect, yet simultaneously intensifies the requirements for transparency and controllability of design, since an error in the calibration of reinforcement may consolidate non-target behavioral strategies.

A substantial analytical block is devoted to “dark patterns” as a class of design decisions aimed at the covert intensification of engagement and retention through the exploitation of vulnerabilities in cognitive control. These practices are considered not merely as a violation of user autonomy, but also as a source of long-term risks for the family environment, since they transform the platform from an instrument of support into a mechanism of coercion and dependent use. As a countermeasure, ethical design frameworks are formulated and conceptually correlated with the normative principles of UNICEF and the OECD, where priority is assigned to well-being, the protection of minors, the exclusion of manipulative stimuli, and the provision of verifiable fairness toward child audiences.

The results demonstrate that scientifically grounded gamification statistically and behaviorally increases the frequency of target actions in a noticeable manner; however, the durability of the effect proves limited when external stimuli dominate. A critical need is identified for the inclusion of identity-support mechanisms that ensure the internal consolidation of motivation and prevent behavioral rollback after reinforcement is withdrawn. In this way, gamification is interpreted as a means of initiating and stabilizing practice, though not as a self-sufficient source of long-term self-regulation.

At the applied level, the study offers recommendations for the design of family task systems oriented toward long-term outcomes, in which game mechanics remain subordinate to the goals of digital well-being rather than to retention metrics. Particular emphasis is placed on designing such interaction loops as support autonomy, predictability, and psychological safety while preserving motivational effectiveness without shifting into manipulative architectures.

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Articles · OPEN ACCESS 18 November 2025

The Role of Digitalization and Automation of Operational Processes as A Key Factor for Diversifying the Product Line in The Microfinance Sector

Diusheeva Aizhan

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In the context of the accelerating digital transformation of the financial industry, microfinance organizations (MFOs) are compelled to rethink and restructure their business models in order to maintain competitive advantages and strengthen the social impact of their activities. This study examines how digitalization and automation of key operational circuits serve as a fundamental driver for expanding the product line of MFOs. The purpose of the work is to identify causal links between the implementation of advanced technological tools — including Loan Origination System (LOS) class systems and the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in credit scoring procedures — and the ability of organizations to go beyond classical microcredit, forming a broader product portfolio. Methodologically, the study relies on a systematic review of academic sources, a comparative analysis of the markets of the United States, Europe, and Kyrgyzstan, as well as a detailed case study of comprehensive automation of one MFO in Kyrgyzstan. The results obtained indicate that achieving a threshold level of operational efficiency through automation — expressed in reduced application processing time and lower costs — frees managerial and financial resources necessary for designing and launching more complex products, such as microinsurance, digital savings instruments, and mortgage programs. Thus, the initial hypothesis is confirmed: operational transformation is not an end in itself, but serves as a mandatory precondition for strategic diversification. The conclusions drawn have practical significance for MFO managers, financial market regulators, and researchers in the fields of financial technologies and inclusive growth.

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Articles · OPEN ACCESS 30 November 2025

Adaptive Risk Governance and Predictive Policy Frameworks: Integrating Industrial Safety Scorecards and AI-Driven Threat Detection in the Modern Regulatory Landscape

Dr. Alistair Vance

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The rapid evolution of industrial complexity and cyber-physical integration has necessitated a paradigm shift in how regulatory frameworks address both traditional and emergent risks. This research article explores the synthesis of classical policy analysis with modern predictive technologies to create a resilient governance model. By examining the transition from reactive post-accident analysis-exemplified by the Lubrizol factory fire in Rouen-to proactive, scorecard-based oversight, the study identifies a critical gap in current longitudinal safety management. Drawing on the foundational methodologies of policy planning and the contemporary advancements in AI-driven threat detection, this paper proposes an integrated "Adaptive Governance Framework." This framework leverages leading indicators from occupational health and safety scorecards and disaster resilience metrics to inform real-time policy adjustments. Furthermore, the research investigates the role of strategic cybersecurity governance, particularly within the context of national visions such as Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, to demonstrate how risk-based policy frameworks protect critical infrastructure. The findings suggest that the integration of machine learning-based intrusion detection and structured policy adaptation significantly enhances the ability of state and private actors to mitigate large-scale environmental and digital catastrophes. This article provides an extensive theoretical elaboration on the necessity of "planned adaptation" in risk regulation, arguing that the future of public safety lies in the convergence of industrial reliability engineering and predictive algorithmic oversight.

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