Digital Dynamics: Exploring the Impact of Internet Technologies, AI, and Social Media Platforms on Society

Wednesday, 9 July 2025: 15:00-16:45
Location: ASJE032 (Annex of the Faculty of Legal, Economic, and Social Sciences)
RC20 Comparative Sociology (host committee)

Language: English

This panel delves into the transformative impact of internet technologies, artificial intelligence (AI), and social media platforms on contemporary society. As these digital tools become increasingly pervasive, they profoundly shape communication, information dissemination, and social interactions across global communities.

Presenters are invited to explore the multifaceted roles of internet technologies, AI advancements, and social media platforms, analyzing their effects on civic engagement, cultural exchange, political discourse, education, healthcare, and business innovation. Papers will examine how these technologies enhance connectivity, amplify diverse perspectives, and democratize access to information worldwide.

Special attention will be given to the societal implications, including their influence on social norms, privacy concerns, algorithmic biases, and the mental health impacts of digital engagement. Contributors are encouraged to present empirical research, case studies, and theoretical insights that illuminate both the transformative opportunities and ethical challenges posed by these technologies.

Furthermore, the panel will address critical issues such as digital literacy, misinformation, data privacy, and regulatory frameworks aimed at promoting responsible use and safeguarding user rights in digital environments. It aims to foster interdisciplinary dialogue among sociologists, communication scholars, technologists, policymakers, and practitioners on navigating the complex intersections of digital transformation.

This panel seeks to advance understanding of how internet technologies, AI, and social media platforms shape contemporary society, aiming to identify strategies for harnessing their potential benefits while mitigating risks in an increasingly interconnected world.

Session Organizer:
Tatiana KARABCHUK, UAE University, United Arab Emirates
Oral Presentations
Comparative Study of Digital Inequality of Schooling in Different States of India
Dr Sujit Kumar CHOUDHARY, Mahatma Gandhi Central University, Motihari, Bihar, India
AI in Anthropocene: Redefining Justice in Society for a Sustainable Future
Dr Neelam C DEY, GLOBAL CENTER FOR SOCIAL DYNAMIC RESEARCH, India
Fandom and Political Leaders on Social Media Platforms: A Comparative Study of Italy, France, and Spain
Giovanni BARBIERI, Italy; Sara CONSONNI, University of Perugia, Italy; Marco MAZZONI, University of Perugia, Italy; Giovanni Daniele STARITA, University of Bergamo, Italy
Cyber Sexual Harassment in Four East Asia Societies- a Techno-Gender Framework
Susanne CHOI, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Validated Artificial Intelligence: Sociological Contribution to a Positive Impact of Artificial Intelligence
Lidia BORDANOBA GALLEGO, Universitat de Barcelona, Spain; Ramon FLECHA, University of Barcelona, Spain