... through increased anxiety from news reports (Streitfeld, 2026). This interplay between AI capabilities, user behavior, institutional policy and library services means that libraries cannot simply wait to evaluate specific tools. The flexibility required is not just about adopting new technologies...

... re-use rights only Academic libraries Library services Information systems Technology Library administration Library monitoring and evaluation Recognition and inclusion efforts: Programs like eSmart Libraries (Australia) exemplify purposeful interventions to provide digital...

... central to human experience and is unlikely to change. However, the integration of AI into advertising platforms, while a significant economic driver of the AI boom, has not progressed as thoroughly as my original predictions suggested. Electronic publishing Education Libraries Library...

... and professional education systems to foster inclusive, responsible and equitable engagement with AI technologies. Zakir Hossain can be contacted at: zakir.researchtl@gmail.com © Emerald Publishing Limited 2025 Emerald Publishing Limited Licensed re-use rights only Library services Framework...

... Licensed re-use rights only Internet Technology Libraries Library services Research Information systems Libraries have long played a crucial role in supporting patrons with research. Information professionals help patrons search collections to answer their needs. Often this involves guiding...

... for use of library patrons. Originality/value The review brings out the fact that automation and artificial intelligence need to be balanced with personalized human interactions to maintain the essential aspects of library services. “Almost half of libraries (47%) offer hotspots for checkout...

... provided by the library enhance my learning and research experience. AI services offered at library value my privacy. Library runs AI literacy programs/workshops regularly. AI-driven library services are accessible. As more institutions adopt AI in their libraries, LibQUAL dimension update...

... a chance to learn directly from renowned experts in AI, ICT and related fields. Hirak Jyoti Hazarika can be contacted at: hirakhazarika2014@gmail.com © Emerald Publishing Limited 2025 Emerald Publishing Limited Licensed re-use rights only Library services Intelligent systems...

... Publishing Limited Licensed re-use rights only Internet Libraries Library services Technology The rapid adoption of AI (artificial intelligence) powered tools is reshaping how people find and use information. General web search engines such as Google and Bing are rapidly integrating AI...

... challenges and opportunities for libraries promoting library services, resources, infrastructure and spaces to attract the modern library users. Design/methodology/approach Relevant literature on the topic was searched using keywords including Industry 5.0, modern technologies, artificial intelligence...

... Publishing Limited Licensed re-use rights only Internet Technology Computer software Education Libraries Library services These three products were recently shared by three different companies, and each holds a piece of the puzzle as to why AR may be the natural outgrowth of their larger...

...Sheshagiri Kulkarni; B. Preedip Balaji; M. Dhanamjaya Purpose This paper aims to the integration of smart cities and technologies has had a profound impact on public library services globally. However, debates continue about how public libraries are incorporating smart technologies and tools...

... at: pfernand@utk.edu © Emerald Publishing Limited 2024 Emerald Publishing Limited Licensed re-use rights only Internet Technology Media Education Libraries Library services Artificial intelligence (AI) continues to operate as somewhat of a nebulous concept, particularly as it applies...

... can be contacted at: pfernand@utk.edu © Emerald Publishing Limited 2024 Emerald Publishing Limited Licensed re-use rights only Electronic publishing Internet Technology Computer software Libraries Library services If a culture of AI providing access to information becomes...

... such an integration strategy can improve access to resources, enhance the user experience, optimize library operations and improve the overall efficiency of library services. Design/methodology/approach A qualitative approach to research will be used in this study. This study will be based on the review...

... women. Library services Technology Special libraries Information resources management Education Rural women Highlighting success stories of rural women who have harnessed digital inclusion to transform their lives can inspire others. These stories serve as powerful examples...

... Electronic publishing Libraries Library services Information systems Computer Software Electronic data interchange The future of libraries is bound up with how humans choose to interface with information. This relationship also describes our past. For a long time, it was useful to be able to have...

...Madhusudhan Margam Purpose This study aims to provide insight into the usage of metaverse technologies in libraries, examining their impact on library service user engagement and assisting in unique promotion and marketing techniques for the metaverse setting. Design/methodology/approach...

...Adebowale Jeremy Adetayo Purpose This paper aims to explore the potential impact of artificial intelligence (AI) image generators, specifically MidJourney and DALL-E, on education and library services. The study aims to understand how these tools can revolutionize learning experiences and library...

... Electronic publishing Internet Research Library services Technology Media In spite of the ever-evolving nature of the internet, the past decade has seen the most notable changes arise from a gradual evolution rather than abrupt transformations. Google has maintained its dominant position...