Please use this identifier to cite or link to this item: https://hdl.handle.net/10419/302468 
Year of Publication: 
2024
Series/Report no.: 
24th Biennial Conference of the International Telecommunications Society (ITS): "New bottles for new wine: digital transformation demands new policies and strategies", Seoul, Korea, 23-26 June, 2024
Publisher: 
International Telecommunications Society (ITS), Calgary
Abstract: 
The rapid evolution of information technologies has led to a society with worldwide connectivity, efficiency, and convenience. Yet these technological innovations are not free of perils, as they can also negatively impact our economic, political, and social well-being. This paper analyzes the tradeoffs between technological progress and its potential harms, particularly in the United States. Recognizing the historical benefits of digital technologies while also being mindful of their negative consequences, we highlight the complex market dynamics, political influences, and societal forces that determine whether policymakers can pass legislation and regulatory measures to mitigate the potential harm caused by disruptive innovations. The research question driving this paper is: How do market dynamics, political influences, and societal forces interact to shape the prospects of introducing effective legislation and regulatory measures for digital technologies in the United States? In the absence of legal frameworks, what alternative entities are there to mitigate a technology's negative impacts? The research methodology entailed a comprehensive analysis of the scholarly literature and a review of secondary sources related to digital technologies. Synthesizing insights from academic works, reports, and studies, this paper analyzes the multifaceted forces influencing the introduction of legislation and regulatory frameworks for digital technologies in the United States.
Subjects: 
Digital regulation
social media
digital markets
algorithms
artificial intelligence
Document Type: 
Conference Paper

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