ICBTIstanbul’2026 will take place on April 20–21, 2026, at the prestigious Wyndham Grand Istanbul Levent Hotel & Conference Center, Istanbul, Türkiye. The conference will bring together academics, researchers, and industry professionals from around the world to share their latest insights, innovations, and research findings in business, technology, and digital transformation. It will provide an inspiring platform for networking, collaboration, and exploring emerging trends shaping the future of global business and technology.

Track 1: Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning & Business Analytics

• - Deep Learning Algorithms and Architectures
• - Reinforcement Learning and Autonomous Systems
• - AI-Driven Business Analytics and Decision Support
• - Natural Language Processing, Knowledge Systems & Text Analysis
• - Predictive & Prescriptive Analytics in Business
• - Data Visualization
• - AI Applications in Finance, Economics, and Accounting
• - AI in Science, Healthcare, and Social Impact
• - AI, Ethics, and Responsible Governance
• - Public Policy and Regulation of AI

Track 2: Sustainable Computing, Communication Systems & Networks

• - Next-Generation Wireless Technologies (5G/6G) and Standards
• - Internet of Things (IoT) Communication Protocols and Architectures
• - Energy-Efficient Protocols and Green Computing Practices
• - Software-Defined Networking (SDN), NFV, and Network Virtualization
• - Cybersecurity, Data Privacy, and Fraud Detection
• - Renewable Energy-Powered Data Centers and Cloud Infrastructure
• - Sustainable Computing Policies and Practices
• - Embedded Systems and Cyber-Physical Applications (Healthcare, Transportation, Smart Cities)

Track 3: IoT, Smart Systems, Cloud & Edge Computing

• - IoT Sensing, Monitoring, Networking, and Routing
• - IoT in Supply Chain, Logistics, and Smart Cities
• - Industry 4.0 and Industrial IoT Applications
• - Smart Grid Communication and Energy Optimization
• - Cloud Computing Models, Architectures, and Services
• - Edge and Fog Computing Paradigms for Real-Time Analytics
• - Security and Privacy in IoT, Cloud, and Edge Systems

Track 4: Intelligent Transportation & Geospatial Systems

• - Traffic Optimization, Safety, and Smart Infrastructure
• - AI in Urban Planning and Sustainable Development
• - Autonomous Vehicles and Intelligent Traffic Systems
• - Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Remote Sensing
• - Spatiotemporal Data Analysis and Modeling
• - Geo-Visualization and Geospatial Big Data Analytics

Track 5: Sustainable Engineering & Green Technologies

• - AI for Sustainable Engineering and Construction
• - Renewable Energy Storage and Smart Solar-Tracking Systems
• - Green Building Design and Smart Mechanical Systems
• - Sustainable Water Resource and Environmental Management
• - Engineering Solutions for Sustainable Cities

Track 6: Business Analytics in Finance, Accounting & Economics

• - Data Science Applications in Business & Finance
• - Forensic Accounting and Fraud Detection
• - Credit Risk Scoring and Predictive Financial Modeling
• - Algorithmic Trading, FinTech, and Digital Currencies
• - Business Intelligence for Financial Reporting

Track 7: Marketing, Operations & Supply Chain Analytics

• - CRM and Customer Analytics
• - Churn Prediction and Customer Retention
• - Social Media, Sentiment Analysis & Brand Management
• - Smart Supply Chains with IoT & Blockchain
• - Logistics Optimization and Green Supply Chains
• - Predictive Maintenance and Inventory Optimization

Track 8: Human Resources, Education & People Analytics

• - Workforce Productivity, Turnover, and Well-Being Analytics
• - Talent Acquisition and Data-Driven Recruitment
• - Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Analytics
• - Technology-Enhanced Learning & Classroom Management
• - Data Analytics in Education and EdTech Platforms
• - Accessible and Inclusive Learning Environments

Track 9: Digital Transformation, Innovation & Cross-Disciplinary Topics

• - Business Analytics in Digital Transformation Journeys
• - Industry 4.0, Digital Twins, and Smart Manufacturing
• - Blockchain Analytics for Transparency and Security
• - Analytics for E-Government and Smart Cities
• - Simulation, Modeling, and Decision-Making in Business
• - Ethics, Responsible AI & Cybersecurity Analytics
• - Emerging Trends in Applied Business & Economic Research

Papers accepted for ICBT Istanbul 2026 after the double-blind peer-review process will be published in the ICBT Istanbul 2026 Conference Proceedings, which are indexed by Scopus, Google Scholar, and SpringerLink. Selected papers will also be published as chapters in an Emerald‐indexed book (Scopus-indexed).

Additionally, selected papers that have been presented at the conference will also be considered for further development for possible publication in the highly esteemed partner journals listed below. Note that journal editors are provided with the conference proceedings and will make selections if they feel the work is appropriate and of sufficient quality for their journal.

If invited to publish in a journal, authors will be expected to develop the work by 40–50%, including a change of title and abstract. Individual journal procedures will need to be followed, and there is no guarantee of publication.

This will include one or more of the following journals:

1. 1.Journal of Strategic Marketing, Regular Issue – Taylor & Francis (Scopus Q1).

2. 2.FIIB Business Review, Regular Issue – SAGE Publications (ABS, Scopus Q1).

3. 3.Journal of Business and Socio-economic Development (JBSED) (Scopus Q1).

4. 4.EuroMid Journal of Business and Tech-Innovation (EJBTI), Special Issue – EMBAT.

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