Aim and Scope

The Journal of Digital Society is an interdisciplinary journal that explores the evolving relationship between digital technologies and society. The journal focuses on fair, responsible, and sustainable design, governance, and regulation of the ongoing digital transformation. We aim to provide a platform for research, policy documentation, and critical discussions on the complex social, ethical, legal, and cultural issues arising from digital innovations.

We welcome contributions on a broad range of topics, including but not limited to:

Key Areas of Focus

  • Cybersecurity and Digital Conflicts: Exploring the risks, vulnerabilities, and resolutions in the digital age.
  • Digital Sovereignty: Examining the rights and governance of digital spaces across national borders.
  • E-Citizenship, E-Democracy, and E-Governance: Investigating digital engagement, participatory governance, and the role of technology in political processes.
  • E-Commerce: Understanding the implications of digital marketplaces, consumer behavior, and business models.
  • E-Health and Digital Well-being: Analyzing the intersection of technology, healthcare, and personal well-being.
  • Environmental Impact of Digital Technologies: Examining sustainability challenges and solutions in the digital transformation.
  • Digital Cultures and Anthropology: Understanding cultural shifts driven by digital technologies and online communities.
  • Gig Economy and New Forms of Work: Investigating the social and economic impact of digital labor markets.
  • Online Education and Training: Assessing the role of digital tools in reshaping education and skills development.
  • Social Platforms and Political Impact: Exploring the influence of social media and digital platforms on political discourse and behavior.
  • Privacy and Data Protection: Focusing on the ethical, legal, and regulatory dimensions of data privacy in the digital age.
  • Smart Cities and Urban Development: Examining the role of digital technologies in creating sustainable and efficient urban environments.

Further Areas of Interest

  • Digital Inclusivity: Addressing the challenges and opportunities for diverse populations in the digital era.
  • Digital Governance: Exploring frameworks for responsible governance of digital infrastructure and policy-making.
  • Ethics of Digital Technologies: Investigating the ethical considerations around emerging digital technologies.
  • Technology-Driven Social Change: Analyzing how digital innovations are influencing societal structures, behaviors, and values.

Given the rapid pace of digital innovation, this list is not exhaustive. We encourage contributions from academic researchers, think tanks, government bodies, industry experts, and practitioners. The journal publishes a variety of article types, including research papers, commentaries, brief communications, and review articles, all engaging critically with the social, ethical, legal, and policy aspects of digital technologies. We particularly welcome rigorous investigations, evaluations, and recommendations that address the broader societal impact of these technologies.

We support diverse methodologies, including theoretical analyses, qualitative and quantitative approaches, and interdisciplinary perspectives that uphold high standards of scholarship and empirical rigor.