It is my great pleasure to welcome you to the 5th Applied Informatics International Conference (AiIC2026), organized by Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM). AiIC2026 serves as a prominent international platform dedicated to advancing research, innovation, and best practices in Applied Informatics, while strengthening collaboration among researchers, academicians, industry practitioners, and policymakers.
Applied Informatics is a highly interdisciplinary field that bridges information sciences, computing technologies, and real-world applications to address contemporary challenges faced by industries and society. Through AiIC2026, we aim to foster impactful scholarly discourse, encourage knowledge exchange, and promote research that translates technological advancements into practical and sustainable solutions.
In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and emerging technologies continue to reshape the way information is generated, analyzed, and utilized. Intelligent systems and data-driven approaches are transforming diverse sectors, including healthcare, finance, education, smart manufacturing, and digital governance. AiIC2026 is positioned at the forefront of this transformation, providing a forum to examine both the opportunities and challenges arising from these technological advancements.
The widespread adoption of AI-driven solutions offers immense potential for innovation and efficiency; however, it also raises critical concerns related to ethics, trust, transparency, security, and sustainability. AiIC2026 encourages thoughtful discussions and responsible research practices that address these concerns while maximizing societal and economic benefits.
We invite researchers and practitioners to submit high-quality papers that contribute original insights and practical perspectives to the field of applied informatics. All accepted papers will be submitted for publication in Scopus-indexed journals, and outstanding contributions will be recognized through the Best Paper Awards.
On behalf of the organizing committee, I would like to express my sincere appreciation to our sponsors, journal editors, committee members, and the management of the Faculty of Computer Science and Information Technology, UPM, for their invaluable support and commitment toward the successful organization of AiIC2026.
I look forward to welcoming you to AiIC2026 and to an intellectually stimulating and rewarding conference experience.