Being and Living In a Cyber-World

Abstract

Advance technology is bringing novelties which have very important impacts on individuals, society and on the world. Information and communication technologies (ICTs) are being used almost in every domain of life, affecting the self-identity and social practices. There are new forms of life. The changes that new technologies created are so big which can be named as digital transformation. This transformation bears many opportunities, beside also ethical issues. Exponentially increasing improvements have the possibility to create a prosperous life for all, also to generate damaging consequences. Thus, potential side effects of development call upon the consideration and responsible behavior for all related parties. 

Keywords

• Technological innovations,, ethical issues,, human values,, prospective future,new forms of life

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