International Journal of Human-Computer Interaction,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown, P. 1 - 16
Published: Dec. 23, 2024
This
study
aims
to
examine
the
influencing
factors
that
may
enable
or
hinder
user
adoption
of
social
commerce
in
Metaverse.
Drawing
on
Uses
and
Gratification
Theory,
this
proposes
Attitude,
Ubiquity,
Trust,
Perceived
Risk
as
independent
constructs
affect
metaverse.
Additionally,
examines
moderating
role
Technology
Comfort,
E-Word-of-Mouth,
Endowment
Effect
relationship
between
some
adoption.
Data
was
collected
via
online
survey
from
407
Metaverse
users
analyzed
using
Partial
Least
Square
Structural
Equation
Modeling.
The
findings
report
Enjoyment,
Information
Seeking,
Effect,
Attitude
act
note-worthy
positive
predictors
justifies
influence
Comfort
E-Word-of-Mouth.
enriches
literature
metaverse
by
pinpointing
shape
It
also
offers
valuable
managerial
implications,
recommending
strategies
for
businesses
within
International Journal of Human-Computer Interaction,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown, P. 1 - 21
Published: April 3, 2024
The
metaverse
has
created
a
huge
buzz
of
interest
because
such
phenomenon
is
emerging.
behavioral
aspect
the
includes
user
engagement
and
deviant
behaviors
in
metaverse.
Such
technology
brought
various
dangers
to
individuals
society.
There
are
growing
cases
reported
sexual
abuse,
racism,
harassment,
hate
speech,
bullying
online
disinhibition
make
us
feel
more
relaxed.
This
study
responded
literature
call
by
investigating
effect
technical
social
features
through
mediating
roles
security
privacy
on
data
collected
from
virtual
network
users
reached
1121
respondents.
Partial
Least
Squares
based
structural
equation
modeling
(PLS-SEM)
fuzzy
set
Qualitative
Comparative
Analysis
(fsQCA)
were
used.
PLS-SEM
results
revealed
that
as
user-to-user
interaction,
homophily,
ties,
identity,
design
immersive
experience
invisibility
significantly
affect
users'
behavior
fsQCA
provided
insights
into
multiple
causal
solutions
configurations.
exceptional
it
decisive
understanding
symmetrical
asymmetrical
approach
networks.
International Journal of Human-Computer Interaction,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown, P. 1 - 13
Published: June 7, 2024
The
rapid
emergence
of
Generative
Artificial
Intelligence
(GAI)
heralds
a
significant
shift,
opening
new
frontiers
in
how
education
is
delivered.
This
groundbreaking
wave
technological
advancement
poised
to
redefine
traditional
learning,
promising
enhance
the
educational
landscape
with
unprecedented
levels
personalized
learning
and
accessibility.
Despite
GAI's
progressive
infiltration
into
various
strata,
limited
empirical
research
exists
on
its
impact
students'
performance.
Drawing
Theory
Planned
Behavior
(TPB)
Behavioral
Reasoning
(BRT),
this
study
investigates
determinants
affecting
use
ChatGPT
influence
data
were
collected
from
357
university
students
analyzed
using
PLS-SEM
technique.
results
supported
role
positively
In
addition,
showed
that
reasons
for
against
adoption
are
pivotal
shaping
attitudes.
found
be
significantly
affected
by
attitudes,
subjective
norms,
perceived
behavioral
control.
Besides
theoretical
contributions,
findings
offer
implications
stakeholders
underscore
necessity
institutions
foster
conducive
environment
GAI
adoption,
addressing
ethical
technical
concerns
optimize
experiences.
Telematics and Informatics,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
87, P. 102074 - 102074
Published: Nov. 18, 2023
Metaverse
is
a
new
emerging
platform
that
enables
users
to
interact
with
each
other
and
engage
in
many
activities
inside
collective
virtual
shared
space.
rapidly
evolving,
it
essential
understand
the
perception
attitude
of
its
potential
users.
Therefore,
this
research
aims
study
metaverse
obtain
their
opinions
on
some
key
variables
metaverse.
These
include
core
concept,
readiness,
ease
use,
intention
belong
Metaverse,
adopt,
value
realization.
We
designed
an
online
questionnaire
measure
these
variables.
Then,
deep
analysis
collected
data
was
conducted
using
various
exploratory
descriptive
statistics
all
participants.
Subsequently,
we
performed
further
correlation
participants
from
Saudi
Arabia,
which
resulted
clustering
into
three
groups.
The
result
work
can
help
understanding
current
metaverse,
especially
Arabia.
This
will
consequently
developing
space,
enhancing
features,
providing
best
experiences.
Our
contributes
Theory
by
justifying
bold
value-based
framework
for
Adoption.
also
introduces
clusters,
Skeptical,
Unaware,
Optimists,
platforms,
clear
description
group.
Current Issues in Tourism,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown, P. 1 - 20
Published: Aug. 13, 2024
The
tourism
sector
must
integrate
sustainability
to
mitigate
environmental
impacts,
ensure
destination
profitability,
and
promote
responsible
travel.
Emerging
technologies,
particularly
the
metaverse,
have
potential
revolutionise
environmental,
economic,
social
sustainability.
Although
recent
research
on
metaverse-based
sustainable
development
has
expanded,
studies
its
application
within
remain
limited.
This
paper
addresses
this
gap
by
exploring
metaverse's
advance
practices
in
tourism,
aligning
with
goals
(SDGs).By
integrating
three
behavioural
theories
–
Theory
of
Planned
Behavior,
Technology
Acceptance
Model,
Self-Determination
provides
a
comprehensive
framework
assess
impact
metaverse
identify
most
relevant
SDGs.
Through
systematic
meta-analysis,
study
presents
four
key
propositions:
foundational
technologies
will
redefine
travel
experiences
through
immersive
engagements;
tourists
may
develop
more
realistic
expectations,
altering
dynamics;
understanding
diverse
identities
is
crucial;
introduces
an
innovative
business
model
aligned
creative
economy.
interdisciplinary
approach
offers
insights
into
transformative
bridging
technology,
psychology.
underscores
importance
these
intersections,
contributing
valuable
evolving
landscape
amidst
changing
consumer
expectations
imperatives.
Online Information Review,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Feb. 19, 2025
Purpose
Despite
the
rapid
development
of
metaverse
industry,
adoption
rate
products
is
still
very
low.
While
prior
studies
mainly
focused
on
investigating
motivators
adoption,
this
study
explores
barriers
affecting
consumer
intention
to
use
products,
utilizing
framework
innovation
resistance
theory
(IRT).
Design/methodology/approach
Through
a
survey
conducted
in
China,
we
examined
effects
variables
such
as
usage
barrier,
value
risk
tradition
image
well
moderating
individuals’
innovativeness.
Three
hundred
and
seventy
seven
valid
questionnaires
were
collected
hierarchical
regression
method
was
analyze
data.
Findings
Our
findings
reveal
that
barriers,
significantly
negatively
influence
products.
However,
barrier
do
not
exhibit
significant
impact.
Additionally,
discovered
innovativeness
positively
influences
intention,
indicating
users
with
higher
are
more
inclined
engage
Furthermore,
acts
positive
moderator,
weakening
negative
impact
intention.
Originality/value
The
extends
IRT
by
incorporating
role
individual
innovativeness,
providing
holistic
understanding
factors
impede
widespread
crucial
for
developing
strategies
mitigate
potential
ultimately
promoting
diffusion
International Journal of Human-Computer Interaction,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
unknown, P. 1 - 22
Published: Dec. 3, 2023
Autonomous
vehicles
(AVs)
offer
several
benefits,
such
as
improving
road
safety,
mitigating
traffic
congestion,
and
reducing
fuel
consumption
gas
emissions.
Despite
these
their
adoption
rate
remains
limited
due
to
various
factors
influencing
users'
decisions.
While
previous
studies
have
identified
numerous
AV
using
frameworks,
the
not
been
comprehensively
analyzed
synthesized.
Thus,
this
systematic
review
aims
bridge
gap
by
identifying
classifying
of
AVs.
Out
3,532
collected
research
papers,
71
empirical
were
thoroughly.
The
findings
demonstrated
that
technology
acceptance
model
(TAM)
was
most
widely
used
for
investigating
adoption.
in
classified
into
distinct
categories:
psychological
behavioral
factors,
technological
social
environmental
security
privacy
AV-related
risky
negative
conditional
monetary
factors.
We
proposed
an
framework
grounded
taxonomy
direct
subsequent
research.
also
highlighted
agendas
serve
a
blueprint
future
studies.
This
offers
theoretical
insights
actionable
recommendations
multiple
research,
development,
implementation
stakeholders.
International Journal of Contemporary Hospitality Management,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: July 13, 2024
Purpose
The
Metaverse
is
rapidly
reshaping
the
understanding
of
tourism,
yet
public
perception
this
new
domain
remains
largely
uncharted
empirically.
This
paper
aims
to
build
on
technology
acceptance
model
(TAM)
and
diffusion
innovations
theory
(DIT)
fill
gap,
offering
crucial
insights
that
could
inform
scholars
practitioners
in
both
tourism
sectors.
Design/methodology/approach
Using
a
big-data
approach,
authors
applied
machine
learning
scrape
comments
made
by
social
media
users
recent
popular
posts
or
videos
related
from
three
prominent
platforms.
cleaning
process
narrowed
down
15,461
2,650,
which
were
then
analysed
using
thematic,
emotion
sentiment
analysis
techniques.
Findings
thematic
revealed
virtual
evokes
complex
range
beliefs.
While
many
express
awe
excitement
toward
its
immersive
capabilities,
others
remain
sceptical
about
authenticity
compared
physical
travel.
Additional
themes
show
people
draw
comparisons
real-world
discuss
technology’s
role
note
educational
value
novelty.
However,
some
raise
concerns
potential
societal
harms,
exploitation
mental
health
impacts.
Sentiment
found
over
half
positive,
though
negative.
Emotion
showed
contentment,
happiness
as
most
frequent,
sadness,
worry
loneliness
also
featured.
Overall,
perceptions
encompass
enthusiasm
substantial
ambivalence.
Originality/value
To
best
authors’
knowledge,
study
one
first
comprehensively
analyse
discussions
tourism.
It
takes
TAM
Rogers’s
DIT
step
further
provides
fresh
into
how
these
theories
can
be
employed
emerging
field
conceptual
multidimensional
factors
shaping
beliefs
thus
informing
scholarly
research
interaction
regarding
In
addition,
results
help
providers,
platforms
marketers
address
salient
sentiments/attitudes
developing
marketing
offerings,
experiences
communications.
Over
time,
methodology
used
track
evolving