...Rakesh Naik Vadithe; Bikrant Kesari; Subbarao Akkala Purpose This study aims to investigate blockchain adoption through the lens of the privacy calculus approach, focusing on the roles of perceived risks and benefits. Specifically, the study examines how privacy concerns, complexity and compliance...

...Mousa Al-kfairy; Obsa Sendaba; Omar Alfandi Purpose This study investigates the impact of social cognitive theory (SCT) constructs and perceived risks on university students’ trusting intentions towards Metaverse-based educational platforms in the UAE. By examining factors such as self-efficacy...

...Ahmed Shuhaiber; Khaled Saleh Al-Omoush; Ayman Abdalmajeed Alsmadi Purpose This study aims to empirically examine the impact of perceived risks, optimism and financial literacy on trust and the perceived value of cryptocurrencies. It will also examine the impact of trust on the perceived value...