Prof. Aripriharta is a Professor of Electrical Engineering and Informatics at the Universitas Negeri Malang, Indonesia. He earned his Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Electrical Engineering from Brawijaya University, Indonesia, and completed his Ph.D. in Electronic Engineering at the National Kaohsiung University of Applied Sciences (NKUAS), Taiwan. His research spans Intelligent power electronics and its applications, Internet of Things (IoT), and AI-based optimization, with a strong focus on sustainable development. He is the originator of the Queen Honeybee Migration (QHBM)—an innovative, nature-inspired method for solving multi-objective optimization problems. Prof. Aripriharta, Ph.D. has published extensively in international journals and conferences, contributing to the advancement of smart and sustainable technologies. His interdisciplinary work integrates engineering rigor with philosophical depth, addressing the ethical, educational, and social implications of technological progress. Beyond his technical contributions, he is actively engaged in academic policy development, scientific writing mentorship, and leadership training in higher education. He has delivered numerous keynote and serves as a reviewer for leading journals including those under IEEE, Elsevier, and Springer. Renowned for his clarity in conveying complex ideas, Prof. Aripriharta, Ph.D. often blends metaphor, Islamic philosophical thought, and reflective narrative in his writings—positioning him as a distinctive and respected voice in both academic and public intellectual circles.

Norliza Katuk is an associate professor of cybersecurity at the School of Computing, Universiti Utara Malaysia. She obtained her Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology from Universiti Utara Malaysia in 2000, a Master’s degree in Computer Science from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia in 2002, and a Doctoral degree in Information Technology from Massey University, New Zealand, in 2012. As the Deputy Director for Global Engagement at the Centre for International Affairs and Cooperation (CIAC), she leads international partnerships and academic mobility initiatives that enhance the university's global presence. Her research interests include information security and privacy, cybersecurity awareness, Internet technology, IoT, disaster management, e-learning, and human-computer interaction. A prolific scholar, Norliza has published widely in international journals and is a reviewer for several esteemed publications. She also has experience editing and writing books, further contributing to the academic discourse in her fields. Additionally, she serves as the Chief Editor of the Journal of Information and Communication Technology (JICT).