Knowledge-Driven Hybrid Models for E-Commerce Recommendations and Privacy

Authors

  • Asad Ullah Xi'an Eurasia University
  • Adil Hussain Chang'an University

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.71346/utj.v1i1.9

Keywords:

Knowledge-Aware Neural Networks, Collaborative Filtering, Hybrid Recommendation Systems, E-Commerce Personalization, Blockchain Technology, Secure Data Handling, Deep Learning-Based Recommendations

Abstract

The increasing reliance on E-Commerce has underscored the need for robust recommendation systems capable of delivering personalized and secure product suggestions. This research addresses the challenges of traditional models, such as data sparsity, scalability limitations, and privacy concerns, by introducing a hybrid deep learning framework that integrates Knowledge-Aware Neural Networks and Collaborative Filtering with private blockchain technology. Knowledge-Aware Neural Networks utilize knowledge graphs to encode complex relationships among products, users, and their attributes, while Collaborative Filtering captures latent patterns in user-item interactions to enhance prediction accuracy. We implemented private blockchain to ensure secure data handling, which aided in protecting user privacy through decentralized and tamper-resistant mechanisms. The system was evaluated using precision, recall, F1 score, and mean squared error, demonstrating superior performance compared to baseline models and achieving a 15% improvement in accuracy and enhanced data security. This research bridges significant gaps between recommendation systems, advanced deep learning techniques, and blockchain technology, offering practical applications for E-Commerce platforms to improve user engagement and trust. Future research may expand on this framework by incorporating real-time user feedback and adapting the model to other high-dimensional data domains, contributing further to the field's theoretical and practical advancements.

Author Biographies

Asad Ullah, Xi'an Eurasia University

Asad Ullah is an associate professor in the School of Information Engineering at Xi’an Eurasia University. He holds a Ph.D. in Information Engineering from Chang’An University. His research encompasses applied mathematics, graph theory, e-commerce recommendation systems, digital image processing, machine learning, and the mathematical and computational aspects of science and engineering. Dr. Ullah has made significant contributions to the mathematical analysis and topological characterization of the application of machine learning models in dissimilar science domain knowledge. His work is well-recognized in the academic community, with numerous publications in reputable journals. He can be contacted at email: [email protected]

Adil Hussain, Chang'an University

Adil Hussain is a PhD research scholar specializing in computer vision, image processing, and data-driven diagnostics, with a growing focus on the intersection of artificial intelligence and privacy-preserving technologies. His research encompasses the morphological classification of data, where he integrates shape descriptors, machine learning, and deep learning techniques to improve diagnostic accuracy in healthcare setup. Expanding his expertise into knowledge-driven hybrid models for e-commerce recommendations, Adil contributes to developing intelligent systems that combine domain-specific knowledge with collaborative filtering and machine learning to enhance recommendation accuracy. He is particularly interested in integrating privacy-preserving mechanisms, such as secure data-sharing protocols and blockchain, to ensure user trust and data integrity in these systems. His scholarly work is widely recognized, with publications in leading journals and conference proceedings, reflecting his commitment to advancing both computational healthcare solutions and innovative applications in secure AI-driven systems. Adil’s interdisciplinary approach bridges the gap between technology and real-world applications, driving impactful outcomes in healthcare and e-commerce. He can be contacted at email: [email protected]

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Published

2025-02-07

How to Cite

Ullah, A. and Hussain, A. (2025) “Knowledge-Driven Hybrid Models for E-Commerce Recommendations and Privacy”, Ubiquitous Technology Journal. Ottawa, Canada, 1(1), pp. 1–9. doi: 10.71346/utj.v1i1.9.