Paulina Morillo – författare

This book constitutes refereed proceedings of the Second International Conference on Smart Technologies, Systems and Applications, held in Quito, Ecuador, in December 2021. The papers of this volume are organized in topical sections on smart technologies;

This book constitutes refereed proceedings of the Second International Conference on Smart Technologies, Systems and Applications, held in Quito, Ecuador, in December 2021. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic the conference was held in a hybrid format. The 29 full papers along with 1 short paper presented were carefully reviewed and selected from 104 submissions. The papers of this volume are organized in topical sections on smart technologies; smart systems; smart trends and applications.

This book aims to provide a comprehensive perspective on the growing challenges posed by artificial intelligence (AI) for researchers and professionals. The book examines critical security issues, such as attacks and vulnerabilities, as well as ethical principles that impact fairness, transparency, accountability, and inclusiveness in AI solutions. Its primary goal is to equip readers with the knowledge and tools necessary to design and govern AI systems that align with the principles of social good, fostering responsible and sustainable innovation in the rapidly evolving AI landscape. This book bridges the fields of ethics and security in AI. It covers foundational principles, practical frameworks, and emerging challenges, equipping students and practitioners with tools to design and govern ethical and secure AI systems. With case studies, activities, and real-world examples, the book emphasizes responsible AI applications in fields such as healthcare, sustainability, and cybersecurity.