The Digital, Creative Economy & Contemporary Societies theme explores the transformative impact of digital technologies, artificial intelligence (AI), and multimodal systems on economic growth, cultural expression, and social development. As digital transformation accelerates, traditional industries and societal structures must evolve to harness new opportunities in innovation, creative production, and economic resilience. This theme underscores how AI-driven solutions can enhance productivity, optimize multimodal interactions, and digitize traditional systems for a more inclusive and sustainable future.
Key Focus Areas:
- Digitization and Digitalization of Traditional Systems: Examining how AI, automation, and digital tools can transform legacy systems in sectors such as agriculture, education, governance, and healthcare. This focus area highlights case studies of successful digital adoption and strategies for overcoming challenges in transitioning to digital frameworks.
- Creative Industries and Digital Innovation: Investigating the role of AI, blockchain, and immersive technologies (such as AR/VR) in reshaping artistic expression, media production, digital marketing, and content creation within the creative economy.
- Digital Inclusion and Accessibility: Addressing challenges in bridging the digital divide, promoting equitable access to digital tools, and fostering inclusive economic opportunities for marginalized communities through technology.
- The Gig Economy and Future of Work: Analyzing the impact of AI-driven job platforms, remote work dynamics, and skill development initiatives in shaping the workforce of the future. Understanding how digitalization can improve work efficiency and create new employment models.
- Data Governance, Ethics, and Cybersecurity: Examining regulatory frameworks, data privacy policies, and ethical considerations in AI-driven digital economies to ensure secure and responsible use of technology.
- Smart Cities and Digital Infrastructure: Exploring how AI-powered smart city initiatives optimize urban planning, public services, and sustainable development while enhancing the quality of life for citizens.
- Economic and Societal Benefits of Technology: Highlighting how digitalization and AI improve economic performance, streamline operations, reduce costs, and enhance overall efficiency in business and government sectors. Exploring how societies can leverage technology to enhance productivity and well-being.
Objectives:
- To explore strategies for digitizing and digitalizing traditional systems through AI-driven solutions and automation.
- To analyze how multimodal AI models optimize operations across various industries, improving efficiency and innovation.
- To highlight the intersection of the creative economy and digital transformation in fostering cultural and economic growth.
- To examine the role of digital inclusion, ethical AI, and cybersecurity in contemporary societies.
- To showcase the economic and societal benefits of technology in improving efficiency and productivity.
- To promote collaborative knowledge-sharing among researchers, industry leaders, policymakers, and creative professionals.
Call for Papers and Participation:
Researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and stakeholders are invited to submit abstracts and participate in conference sessions, workshops, and panel discussions. We welcome contributions that address the conference theme and key focus areas, including but not limited to:
- Original research papers
- Case studies and best practice examples
- Policy analyses and recommendations
- AI and multimodal innovation solutions
- Digital transformation strategies in traditional sectors
- Community-driven digital initiatives and economic models
Abstract submissions should clearly outline the objectives, methodology, results, and conclusions of the proposed paper or presentation. Authors are encouraged to submit contributions that offer practical insights, theoretical frameworks, and actionable recommendations for advancing digital and creative economies.
Join us in shaping the future of the Digital, Creative Economy & Contemporary Societies, where AI-driven innovations, digitalization, and multimodal systems redefine industries, bridge digital divides, and create resilient, inclusive economic opportunities for all.