Sonny Zulhuda —
“Pringsewu” means “thousand bamboos”! If you are not careful, prepared or well-directed; you will be lost in that bamboo woods. That’s how similar is the risk with this new version of a jungle: a digital one! 
This digital jungle is worthy of learning. It is the digital transformation that offers developing countries unprecedented opportunities for economic growth, social progress, and improved governance. By leveraging technology to streamline processes, enhance public services, and foster innovation, nations can leapfrog traditional development stages and rapidly improve their citizens’ quality of life. From mobile banking that extends financial inclusion to e-government initiatives that increase transparency, the digital revolution has the potential to address longstanding challenges and unlock new avenues for prosperity.
However, as countries embrace digitalization, they must also confront the accompanying cyber risks that threaten individuals, businesses, and national security. The increased reliance on interconnected systems exposes societies to threats such as data breaches, cyberattacks, and online fraud. To harness the benefits of digital transformation while mitigating these risks, it is crucial for developing countries to establish comprehensive legal frameworks.
These are the main messages I am conveying at this event named the 2nd International Conference on Social, Technology, Education and Health Sciences (2nd ISTEHS) held by Universitas Muhammadiyah Pringsewu, Lampung, Indonesia, on 28th September 2024. It’s a timely event that I am pleased to attend to contribute, albeit from a distance, online. The event was formally opened by Prof. Gunawan Irianto. I shall thank and congratulate the leadership and management of UMPRI and especially my good friend Dr Rimanto for this successful event.
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