Module 11: Emerging Trends and Future Directions-

  1. Blockchain and Smart Contracts
    • Understanding blockchain technology.
    • Use cases for blockchain in government.
    • Smart contracts and their applications.
  2. Internet of Things (IoT) in Government
    • IoT and its relevance to government operations.
    • IoT applications for smart cities and public services.
    • Data security and privacy in IoT-enabled governance.
  3. Ethical AI and Responsible Tech
    • The importance of ethics in AI and technology.
    • Responsible AI development and deployment.
    • Government policies and regulations regarding AI ethics.

Recommended Readings:

  1. Tapscott, D., & Tapscott, A. (2016). Blockchain Revolution: How the Technology Behind Bitcoin Is Changing Money, Business, and the World. Penguin.
  2. Bessant, J. R., & Tidd, J. (2019). Innovation and Entrepreneurship: Practice and Principles. Routledge.
  3. European Commission’s High-Level Expert Group on Artificial Intelligence. (2019). Ethics Guidelines for Trustworthy AI.