This special issue examines the fundamental tension between technological progress and human welfare. It investigates whether societal advancement driven by digitalization and automation can meaningfully improve quality of life, or whether such progress may come at the expense of fundamental human values and well-being. The collection seeks scholarly work exploring the balance between homo sapiens and homo digitalis.

The issue targets researchers and practitioners interested in understanding how digitalization reshapes quality of life across social, economic, and personal dimensions. It welcomes diverse perspectives on measuring progress, evaluating technological impact on human flourishing, and envisioning sustainable development that prioritizes both innovation and human dignity.

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Potential topics

• Quality of life in the context of technological advancement
• The relationship between human welfare and digital transformation
• Progress and human values
• Socio-economic impacts of digitalization
• Definitions and measurement of quality of life in the digital age

Timeline

• September 30, 2026: Submission deadline