THEORETICAL AND PRACTICAL ISSUES OF USING MODERN DIGITAL PLATFORMS AND ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE TECHNOLOGIES IN CUSTOMS ACTIVITIES

  • V.A. Gavrilenko Saint-Petersburg State Fire Service University of the Ministry of the Russian Federation for Civil Defense, Emergencies and Elimination of Consequences of Natural Disasters named after the Hero of the Russian Federation, Army General E.N. Zinichev, Saint Petersburg, Russia; Saint-Petersburg named after V.B. Bobkov Branch of the Russian Customs Academy, Saint Petersburg, Russia
  • V.A. Pasat Saint-Petersburg named after V.B. Bobkov Branch of the Russian Customs Academy, Saint Petersburg, Russia
DOI: https://doi.org/10.34680/BENEFICIUM.2026.3(60).58-67

Abstract

This article examines current issues of integrating modern digital platforms and technologies, including artificial intelligence, into the public administration system. The prospects of using these technologies in the activities of customs authorities within the framework of the Development Strategy of the Customs service of the Russian Federation until 2030 are analyzed. The authors have undertaken a comprehensive research of the legal, technical, and ethical issues involved in the use of artificial intelligence algorithms and technologies. The theoretical and historical aspects of the development of these technologies are examined, with particular attention paid to the definition and nature of artificial intelligence. The main challenges associated with using these technologies in public administration are identified and discussed. Particular attention is paid to the openness and transparency of the use of artificial intelligence algorithms for understanding and monitoring management decisions. Risk levels for the application of these technologies are assessed. The legal and organizational issues of creating and applying new digital platforms and technologies to ensure high-quality customs administration, as well as creating favorable conditions for participants in foreign economic activity, are investigated. It is noted that building transparent and operational interaction between customs authorities and subjects of foreign trade activity helps to reduce costs and provides a cumulative socio-economic effect for the state and society. A promising area of transformation of the customs service is the implementation of the concept of «intelligent customs». Its implementation necessitates the formation of enhanced standards for information and cyber security, adapted to the specifics of the operation of modern digital platforms and artificial intelligence technologies. At the same time, the regulatory and legal support of these standards should ensure legal certainty and consistency of regulatory requirements in the field under consideration. Legislative regulation in this area should also consider ethical and appropriate considerations to prevent adverse consequences. Comprehensive collaboration between specialists and researchers from various fields in the development and subsequent technical and legal support for the effective operation of new artificial intelligence-based technologies and algorithms is advisable.

Keywords: algorithms, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, customs activities, customs policy, management technologies, digital platforms, digital technologies

Funding: the research had no sponsorship (own resources).

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About the Authors

Vladimir A. Gavrilenko – Cand. Sci. (Law), Docent; Associate Professor, Saint-Petersburg State Fire Service University of the Ministry of the Russian Federation for Civil Defense, Emergencies and Elimination of Consequences of Natural Disasters named after the Hero of the Russian Federation, Army General E.N. Zinichev, Saint Petersburg, Russia; Senior Researcher, Saint-Petersburg named after V.B. Bobkov Branch of the Russian Customs Academy, Saint Petersburg, Russia. E-mail: gv22@mail.ru. SPIN RINTS 5093-5970. ORCID 0000-0002-7357-3526. Scopus Author ID 57223088049.

Victoria A. Pasat – Research Associate, Saint-Petersburg named after V.B. Bobkov Branch of the Russian Customs Academy, Saint Petersburg, Russia. E-mail: vapasat@mail.ru. SPIN RINTS 4597-9762. ORCID 0009-0006-4756-2109.

For citation: Gavrilenko V.A., Pasat V.A. Theoretical and Practical Issues of Using Modern Digital Platforms and Artificial Intelligence Technologies in Customs Activities // BENEFICIUM. 2026. Vol. 3(60). Pp. 58-67. (In Russ.). DOI: 10.34680/BENEFICIUM.2026.3(60).58-67

Published
2026-09-06
Issue
No 3 (2026)
Section
PLATFORM SOLUTIONS AND AI TECHNOLOGIES IN MODERN INDUSTRY MANAGEMENT