This special issue examines the tension between human wellbeing and technological advancement in contemporary society. It investigates how progress can be defined and achieved when considering the interplay between traditional human values and the emerging digital dimension of human existence, asking whether societal advancement necessarily requires prioritizing technological development over human quality of life.
The issue invites contributions that explore socio-economic dimensions of human-digital coexistence, considering how societies can navigate the balance between innovation and maintaining or enhancing quality of life for human populations.