Competing Narratives and Technological Pathways to Social Resilience in a Polarized World
Abstract
The contemporary global landscape is increasingly defined by geopolitical conflicts, economic instability, and deeply polarized political narratives that transcend national borders. Within this context, in this editorial, I offer some perspectives on technology's dual role, i.e., intensifying polarization through misinformation, algorithmic bias, and computational propaganda, while simultaneously offering powerful tools for mitigation and resilience. The editorial calls for a critical and integrative approach to technological innovation that aligns technological pathways with social resilience, democratic values, and global solidarity in an increasingly unsettled and polarized world.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Misinformation and Its Impacts
Social Media and Politics
Ethics and Social Impacts of AI
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Diversitas Journal
- Volume
- 11
- Issue
- 1
- Pages
- 1–4
- Publication date
- 10 January 2026
- Language
- PT