Proceedings of the International Conference on Applied Science and Technology on Social Science 2025 (iCAST-SS 2025

Conference: Proceedings of the International Conference on Applied Science and Technology on Social Science 2025 (iCAST-SS 2025)
Date: 10-11 October 2025
Location: Bali, Indonesia (Hybrid)
Website: https://icast-ss.isas.or.id/

It is with great pleasure that we present the Proceedings of the 8th International Conference on Applied Science and Technology – Social Science (iCAST-SS 2025), held on October 10–11, 2025, in Bali, Indonesia. The conference was hosted by Politeknik Negeri Bali and organized under the auspices of the Indonesian Society of Applied Science (ISAS).

This annual conference serves as an international forum for scholars, researchers, practitioners, and policymakers to share their insights and advancements across a diverse range of disciplines, including Business Intelligence Systems, Development of the Digital Economy, Digital Markets and Society, Smart Cities and Economic Development, Modern E-Learning Technologies, Socio-Economic Transformation, Digital Tourism, Supply Chain Management, Social Media and Consumer Behavior, E-Government and Digital Governance, Ethical AI in Society, Green Tourism and Sustainable Hospitality, and the Circular Economy.

The theme for this year, “Transforming Local Insights into Global Solutions for Sustainable Development,” reflects our shared commitment to bridging local wisdom with global innovation in pursuit of a more sustainable future. Over the years, iCAST has evolved into a dynamic platform for fostering dialogue, exchanging knowledge, and cultivating collaborations among academia, industry, and government. By uniting multiple disciplines, this conference underscores the vital role of applied science and technology in addressing contemporary global challenges such as climate change, renewable energy adoption, digital transformation, healthcare innovation, and education advancement.

We extend our deepest appreciation to all participants, authors, reviewers, committee members, and partner institutions for their invaluable contributions and dedication. Their active involvement and support have made iCAST-SS 2025 a meaningful milestone in our collective journey toward scientific excellence and sustainable progress.

We also wish to express our sincere gratitude to Atlantis Press for their generous support in publishing these proceedings and for enabling the dissemination of these valuable insights to the wider academic and professional community.

May the 8th iCAST-SS 2025 inspire new collaborations, stimulate innovative solutions, and strengthen our shared commitment to building a sustainable and resilient future together.

Sincerely,

Dr. Ir. I Nyoman Kusuma Wardana
General Chairman of iCAST-ES 2025
October 2025