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In the digital age, technology is reshaping how citizens engage with public life. Online platforms and artificial intelligence offer unique opportunities to enhance transparency, efficiency, and democratic inclusion. Yet, these innovations also present significant ethical and governance challenges.
Digital tools facilitate citizen participation. Applications and participatory platforms allow people to give feedback on policies, track project progress, and report local issues. AI can analyze large amounts of data to identify trends, anticipate needs, or detect fraud and corruption risks.
However, these technologies are not neutral. Algorithms can reflect or amplify existing biases, and the massive collection of personal data raises privacy concerns. The spread of manipulated content undermines public trust and the integrity of democratic debates. In some countries, technology is even used to monitor and control populations.
To ensure technology truly serves democracy, clear rules and ethical practices are essential. Algorithmic transparency, data protection, digital inclusion, and citizen education must be prioritized. Governments, tech companies, and civil society must collaborate to make sure innovation strengthens citizen engagement and public trust.
In conclusion, technology offers great opportunities for democracy, but it carries risks. Our collective challenge is to balance innovation with responsibility, ensuring digital tools serve the public good rather than concentrating power in the hands of a few.
RANDRIAMPIANINA Ravo
This content originally appeared on DEV Community and was authored by Name0330
Name0330 | Sciencx (2025-10-15T10:36:58+00:00) Technology and Democracy: Rethinking Citizen Engagement. Retrieved from https://www.scien.cx/2025/10/15/technology-and-democracy-rethinking-citizen-engagement/
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