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Common Crawl
by Joly MacFie 30 Nov '23

30 Nov '23

Somehow I had got by this far in my life blissfully unaware of the existence of Common Crawl <https://commoncrawl.org/>. I suspect I am not alone. Common Crawl maintains a free, open repository of web crawl data that can > be used by anyone. > Common Crawl is a 501(c)(3) non–profit founded in 2007. > ‍ > We make wholesale extraction, transformation and analysis of open web data > accessible to researchers. -- -------------------------------------- Joly MacFie +12185659365 -------------------------------------- -

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CfP 4S/EASST Amsterdam, 16-19 July 2024 - Panel 276. Navigating the Long-Term Impact of Technological Interventions: The Role of Folgekostenabschätzung
by Aal, Konstantin 30 Nov '23

30 Nov '23

Dear colleagues, I am inviting submissions to the open panel 276. Navigating the Long-Term Impact of Technological Interventions: The Role of Folgekostenabschätzung to be submitted to the EASST-4S 2024, which will take place in Amsterdam, Netherlands on 16-19 July 2024. Deadline for submission is February 12, 2024. Panel Description: In an era marked by rapid technological advancement, the concept of Folgekostenabschätzung – the German term for "cost estimation of consequences" or "cost estimation of follow-up expenses" – has emerged as a critical tool for assessing the long-term impacts of technological implementations. This panel will focus on understanding and applying how this perspective is relevant in socio-technical systems, where the complex interplay between technology, society and the environment requires nuanced and forward-looking approaches. The focus of this panel is to stimulate a critical discourse on future sustainable technological solutions, emphasising the need to develop Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) that have a positive impact not only on society, but also on the natural environment and its finite resources. In the context of socio-technical systems, which are inherently complex and dynamic, technological interventions can have unforeseen consequences that are difficult to anticipate. Hence, a robust Folgekostenabschätzung is indispensable. Accepted panelists will present their ideas, experiences and perspectives on assessing the long-term costs and consequences of technology deployment. The following questions may be of interest: * How can we accurately assess the potential impacts of technology on society and the environment over time? * What frameworks and methodologies are effective for conducting consequential cost assessments? * How can this assessment inform policy making and guide sustainable technology development? This panel invites scholars and researchers to engage in a thought-provoking discussion. The aim is to foster a deeper understanding of how to navigate the intersection of technology, society and the environment in a thoughtful and responsible way, ensuring that our technological advances contribute to a sustainable and equitable future for all. Session Chair: Konstantin Aal (konstantin.aal(a)uni-siegen.de<mailto:konstantin.aal@uni-siegen.de>) Keywords: Sustainability, Future of technology, Folgekostenabschätzung, Technological advances Link to the Panel: https://www.easst4s2024.net/open-panels/#14353 Submissions: If you would like to participate in this session, please submit your individual abstract of approx. 250 words and follow the instructions described here: Link to the submission form: https://nomadit.co.uk/conference/easst-4s2024/paper-form/14353 ### The 2024 quadrennial joint meeting of the European Association for the Study of Science and Technology (EASST) and the Society for Social Studies of Science (4S) invites panels, presentations, making & doing contributions, and other events that explore the role of STS in making and doing contributions to transformations in an era of grand societal challenges. More information can be found here: https://www.easst4s2024.net/ -- Konstantin Aal Research assistant and PhD student pronouns: he/him/his Information Systems and New Media SFB 1187 "Medien der Kooperation" University of Siegen Kohlbettstr. 15, 57072 Siegen Raum. US-E-102 Tel. +49 (0)271 / 740 3383 Mob. +49 (0)176 / 30 780 007 http://www.uni-siegen.de/fb5/wirtschaftsinformatik/index.html.en?lang=en

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DEADLINE 12/31: CfP: The future of conspiracy
by Zelly Claire Eliane Martin 30 Nov '23

30 Nov '23

Hello AoIR community, I hope all are well and hopefully have some time to rest coming up! I am writing to remind that the *deadline* for our special issue in Journal of Information Technology & Politics <https://think.taylorandfrancis.com/special_issues/journal-information-techn…> on *the future of conspiracy scholarship* is *12/31/2023*. As a reminder, please submit full papers to the JITP submission portal <https://accounts.taylorfrancis.com/identity/#/login?authorize=true&client_i…> and select our special issue when prompted. Please write to me at zelly[(a)]utexas.edu with any and all questions! Happy holidays! Zelly -- *Zelly Martin *| PhD Candidate and Graduate Research Assistant Center for Media Engagement | Moody College of Communication | The University of Texas at Austin mediaengagement.org/propaganda/ <https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fmediaengag…>| @zellycmartin Latest publication: Zelly C Martin, Inga K Trauthig, Katlyn Glover, and Samuel C Woolley. (2023). The political use of encrypted messaging applications: Evidence from southeast Asia and its implications for the global public sphere. *First Monday*. https://doi.org/10.5210/fm.v28i10.13172

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Textbook on media, economy, and society
by Christian Fuchs 30 Nov '23

30 Nov '23

This guide to the critical study of the media economy in society provides insights into how to critically analyse the political economy of communication and the media. Christian Fuchs. 2024. Media, Economy and Society: A Critical Introduction. Abingdon: Routledge. Christian Fuchs. 2023. Grundlagen der Medienökonomie: Medien, Wirtschaft und Gesellschaft. München: UVK/utb More information (including possibility to order a review copy or a lecturer copy for use in the classroom): English book version: https://fuchsc.net/books/media-economy-and-society-a-critical-introduction/ German book version: https://fuchsc.net/books/grundlagen-der-medienokonomie-medien-wirtschaft-un… The book introduces a variety of methods and topics, including the political economy of communication in capitalism, media concentration, advertising, global media and transnational media corporations, class relations and working conditions in the capitalist media and communication industry, the Internet and digital media, the information society and digital capitalism, the public sphere, Public Service Media, the Public Service Internet and the political economy of media management. Each chapter features a highly accessible introduction, recommended readings and lots of practical exercises where you will apply the Political Economy approach to concrete examples and cases. TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Introduction Part I: Foundations 2. What is Political Economy? 3. What is Media Economics? 4. The Political Economy of Communication and the Media 5. The Critical Tradition in the Analysis of Media, Communication, Economy & Society Part II: Applications 6. The Political Economy of Media Concentration 7. The Political Economy of Advertising 8. The Political Economy of Global Media 9. Media Work: The Political Economy of Cultural Labour in the Media Industry 10. The Political Economy of the Internet and Digital Media 11. The Political Economy of the Information Society and Digital Capitalism 12. The Political Economy of the Public Sphere and the Digital Public Sphere 13. The Political Economy of Public Service Media and the Public Service Internet 14. The Political Economy of Media Management

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Update on Call for Papers: AI-Experiences & Public Safety - Keynote Speakers Announced
by Majsa Storbeck 30 Nov '23

30 Nov '23

Dear colleagues, We are pleased to inform you about a new development regarding our upcoming symposium titled 'AI-Experiences & Public Safety', scheduled for the 8th and 9th of April 2024 at Erasmus University. We have the honour of welcoming two esteemed keynote speakers, Pete Fussey and Antoinette Rouvroy, who will be sharing their perspectives on surveillance experiences in the age of AI. Please mark your calendars, as the deadline for abstract submissions is set for January 15. For more detailed information about the symposium, please refer to the website: https://www.eur.nl/en/news/call-abstracts-ai-experiences-and-public-safety Looking forward to your active participation and engagement in what promises to be an insightful event. Warm regards, Majsa Storbeck Dutch Surveillance Studies @NLSurvStudies

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Jobs - Predoctoral Researchers on Digital Sovereignty in Salerno
by Mauro SANTANIELLO 30 Nov '23

30 Nov '23

Dear colleagues, At the Department of Business, Management and Information Systems (DISA-MIS) of the University of Salerno (Italy) we are hiring* 2 research assistants* (assegno di ricerca) in the context of the PRIN 2022 project "Digital Sovereignty in Comparative Perspective: State Authority, Corporate Power and Fundamental Rights in Cyberspace". One of the two positions is for 12 months, the other one for 24 months. *Requirements:* Candidates must have a master's degree in Political Science or International Relations. Doctorate is not required, though its possession is a qualification that will be considered by the evaluation committee. Previous experience in research and participation in projects will be an asset. Fluency in English, both in oral and written expression, is required. *For more detailed information and to apply, visit our calls for applications*: 12 months position: https://web.unisa.it/uploads/rescue/67/11730/santaniello-bando-di-concorso-… 24 months position: https://web.unisa.it/uploads/rescue/67/11731/santaniello-bando-di-concorso-… *Contact person: *Prof. Mauro Santaniello (msantaniello(a)unisa.it) *Deadline: *15/12/2023 - 12:00 (Rome time, CET). Please feel free to share the call with potentially interested people. Thank you. Best wishes, Mauro Santaniello (PhD) *Senior Researcher (tenure track) qualified Associate ProfessorProfessor of Internet Governance, Digital Policy, Local Public PolicyDirector, Internet & Communication Policy Centre (ICPC)* *Scientific Coordinator, Salerno Winter School on Internet Governance (SWING)* *Associate Research Fellow, The United Nations University Institute on Comparative Regional Integration Studies (UNU-CRIS)**Principal Investigator, PRIN 2022 **Digital Sovereignty in Comparative Perspective: State Authority, Corporate Power and Fundamental Rights in Cyberspace* *Department of Business, Management and Information Systems (DISA-MIS)* *Università degli Studi di Salerno * *Via Giovanni Paolo II, 132 84084 Fisciano (SA) - Italy * *W. http://docenti.unisa.it/mauro.santaniello <http://docenti.unisa.it/mauro.santaniello>*

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AI in Qualitative Analysis
by Shulman, Stu 30 Nov '23

30 Nov '23

I was a part of a recent symposium on "AI in Qualitative Analysis." The recorded developer talks, Q&A, and discussions are live on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/qualai -- Dr. Stuart W. Shulman Founder and CEO, Texifter Editor Emeritus, *Journal of Information Technology & Politics*

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CfA: Communication+1, Special Issue “Digital Sovereignty”
by Christoph Borbach 30 Nov '23

30 Nov '23

Dear colleagues and AoIR fellows, We would like to draw your attention to the following current call for abstracts of the journal /communication+1/ for a special issue on “Digital Sovereignty”. We look forward to receiving your paper proposals! Please feel free to forward the CfP to potentially interested colleagues. best greetings, Christoph Borbach ___ * CfA: /_communication+1_/, Special Issue “Digital Sovereignty” **ed. Christoph Borbach, Carolin Gerlitz, and Tristan Thielmann * Artificial Intelligence, quantum computing, and new smart sensor technologies have an enormous disruptive potential: not only for the replacement of established media and cultural techniques, but also for the future shaping of digital practices, the cohesion of societies, data justice, and, last but not least, on contentious issues of digital sovereignty. The special issue of the platinum open access and double-blind peer review journal /communication+1/ (https://scholarworks.umass.edu/cpo/ <https://scholarworks.umass.edu/cpo/>) on “Digital Sovereignty” will therefore bring together current research on the subject area. This issue addresses sovereignties in a pluralistic way, regarding: the technical sovereignty of critical infrastructures; right to informational self-determination; cognitive sovereignty with respect to automated decisions; the supposed sovereignty of the internet of autonomous things, or digital practices like autonomous driving; and questioning the sovereignty of traditional scientific disciplines when it comes to overarching (Critical) Data Studies. Updating Callon and Latour’s classical analysis of a new body politic (1981), this issue conceptualizes digital sovereignty as a distributed accomplishment. It is based on a multitude of small socio-technical mediations that unfold agency in every step of data production, distribution, and consumption. Data-intensive media, distributed agency, and digital sovereignty are therefore co-constitutive. The current ubiquity of environmental sensor technologies and the associated “environmental conditioning of media” (Thielmann 2022) results in a ubiquitous datafication (Cukier/Mayer-Schoenberger 2013) and the collection and valorization of huge amounts of big data – including sensitive data such as movement profiles, tracking of purchasing and internet behavior, or face and voice recognition, of which the datafied subjects are largely unaware. This touches on ethical as well as legal issues and establishes new forms of discrimination, which now appears as data discrimination. Data bias as ‘the dark side of big data’ directly touches on issues of sovereignty both of the subject and of entire cultures and societies, with technologies of the Global North often being the focus of research and aspects of indigenous data sovereignty (Kukutai/Taylor 2016) being neglected. In 2022, the entire digital universe comprised a data volume of approx. 94 billion gigabytes which equates to 94 zettabytes. In 2025, the amount of global data will already exceed 200 zettabytes (Rydning 2022). Such quantities of data allow for new modes of capture (Agre 1994) and surveillance (Zuboff 2019) and can no longer be sensorily processed and understood by humans, even if artificial intelligence and algorithms harbor the promise of making the flood of data manageable. The transformation of contemporary cultures into scalable data societies or “datafied societies” (van Es/Schäfer 2017) demands interdisciplinary research on the consequences of today’s ubiquitous and omnipresent datafication. The current discussion on digital sovereignty is an immediate consequence of economic, political, and technical developments. This concerns economic questions on the use of personal data; the political dimensions of digital sovereignty of whole nations, and individual self-determination regarding information; or the technological pervasion of our everyday lives by AI, machine learning, and blockchain media, as well as network technologies (Augsberg and Gehring 2022). To date, the discourse on digital data sovereignty has primarily been shaped by the social sciences. Hardly any research has been conducted on the media of sovereignty and their data practices (Couture and Toupin 2019; Amoore 2020). The planned special issue of the journal /Communication+1/ takes this as an opportunity to represent current research on the topic of digital sovereignty in all its breadth. Upon invitation, full-text submissions will be due August 15, 2024, with expected publication in Spring 2025. We are seeking abstracts (500 words max.) for submissions until *December 31, 2023* (to be sent to *christoph.borbach(a)uni-siegen.de*, subject: “communication+1 Special Issue: Digital Sovereignty”), that might address—but are not limited to—one or more of the following topics: ●Practices and technologies of data sovereignty ●Conceptual work on the terminology: what does “digital sovereignty” mean and what does it look like ●Perspectives on digital and data sovereignty beyond the Global North ●Data bias and data discrimination as counterparts of digital sovereignty ●Histories and fictions/imaginaries of digital sovereignty ●Relevance of activist groups and countercultures to prevent data discrimination ●Legal aspects of data sovereignty, also from ahistorical perspective ●Ethical aspects of sensor media ●Media technologies and politics of sensors and sensing ●Sociological perspectives on sensor practices ●Ubiquitous datafication ●Counterpractices to regain digital sovereignty ●Potentials of praxeology to investigate modes of digital sovereignty ●Dangers of ubiquitous datafication for sovereignty in the digital age ●Data-processing law and legal aspects of digital data sovereignty -- Dr. Christoph Borbach Team »Science, Technology and Media Studies« www.mobilemedia.uni-siegen.de University of Siegen

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36th International Conference on Advanced Information Systems Engineering (CAiSE 2024): Last Mile for Paper Submission
by Announce 30 Nov '23

30 Nov '23

*** Last Mile for Paper Submission *** 36th International Conference on Advanced Information Systems Engineering (CAiSE'24) June 3-7, 2024, 5* St. Raphael Resort and Marina, Limassol, Cyprus https://cyprusconferences.org/caise2024/ (*** Submission Deadline: Abstract: December 1, 2023 AoE; Paper: December 8, 2023 AoE ***) The CAiSE’24 organization calls for full papers with a special emphasis on the theme of Information Systems in the Age of Artificial Intelligence. Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative technology, revolutionizing various industries, and its significance in Information Systems cannot be overstated. AI-powered systems have the potential to streamline operations, enhance decision-making processes, and drive innovation across organizations. From data analysis to automated processes, AI is reshaping the way we leverage information in the digital age. The relevance of AI in IS extends beyond internal operations. AI-powered predictive analytics enables organizations to forecast trends, anticipate customer needs, and optimize resource allocation. This empowers businesses to adapt swiftly to changing market dynamics, gain a competitive edge, and make proactive decisions. AI algorithms can also detect anomalies and patterns that indicate potential security breaches, contributing to robust cybersecurity measures in information systems. However, while acknowledging the benefits, it is essential to consider the ethical implications of AI in information systems. Ensuring data privacy, addressing bias in algorithms, and maintaining transparency are vital aspects that need to be carefully managed and regulated to foster trust and accountability. In addition to offering an exciting scientific program, CAiSE’24 will feature a best paper award, a journal special issue, and a PhD-thesis award: • Best Paper Award‚ prize EUR 1000 (sponsored by Springer) • A small selection of best papers will be invited to submit enhanced versions for consideration in a special issue of Elsevier Information Systems journal dedicated to this conference. • PhD-Thesis Award • Best PhD thesis of a past CAiSE Doctoral Consortium author (co-sponsored by the CAiSE Steering Committee and Springer) Papers should be submitted in PDF format. Submissions must conform to Springer‚ LNCS format and should not exceed 15 pages, including all text, figures, references, and appendices. Submissions not conforming to the LNCS format, exceeding 15 pages, or being obviously out of the scope of the conference, will be rejected without review. See the guidelines here: https://www.springer.com/comp/lncs/authors.html . The results described must be unpublished and must not be under review elsewhere. Three to five keywords characterizing the paper should be listed at the end of the abstract. Each paper will be reviewed by at least two program committee members and, if positively evaluated, by one additional program board member. The selected papers will be discussed among the paper reviewers online and during the program board meeting. As the review process is not blind, please indicate your name and affiliation on your submission. Accepted papers will be presented at CAiSE’24 and published in the Springer Lecture Notes in Computer Science (LNCS) conference proceedings. We invite three types of original and scientific papers. The type of submission must be indicated in the submission system. Each contribution should explicitly address the engineering or the operation of information systems, clearly identify the information systems problem addressed, the expected impact of the contribution to information system engineering or operation, and the research method used. We strongly advise authors to clearly emphasize these aspects in their paper, including the abstract. Technical papers describe original solutions (theoretical, methodological or conceptual) in the field of IS Engineering. A technical paper should clearly describe the situation or problem tackled, the relevant state of the art, the position or solution suggested and its potential‚ as well as demonstrate the benefits of the contribution through a rigorous evaluation. Empirical papers evaluate existing problem situations including problems encountered in practice, or validate proposed solutions with scientific means, i.e., by empirical studies, experiments, case studies, experience reports, simulations, etc. Scientific reflection on problems and practices in industry also falls into this category. The topic of the evaluation presented in the paper as well as its causal or logical properties must be clearly stated. The research method must be sound and appropriate. Exploratory papers describe completely new research positions or approaches, in order to face a generic situation arising because of new ICT tools, new kinds of activities, or new IS challenges. They must precisely describe the situation and demonstrate why current methods, tools, ways of reasoning, or meta-models are inadequate. They must also rigorously present their approach and demonstrate its pertinence and correctness in addressing the identified situation. The topics of contribution include but are not limited to: • Novel Approaches to IS Engineering ◦ Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning ◦ Robotic Process Automation (RPA) ◦ Big Data, Data Science and Analytics ◦ Blockchain applications in IS ◦ Simulation and Digital Twins  ◦ IS for collaboration and social computing  ◦ Virtual reality / Augmented Reality ◦ Context-aware, autonomous and adaptive IS • Models, Methods and Techniques in IS Engineering ◦ Ontologies and Ontology Engineering ◦ Conceptual modeling, languages and design ◦ Requirements engineering ◦ Process modeling, analysis and improvement ◦ Process automation, mining and monitoring ◦ Models and methods for evolution and reuse ◦ Domain and method engineering ◦ Product lines, variability and configuration management ◦ Compliance and alignment handling ◦ Active and interactive models ◦ Quality of IS models for analysis and design ◦ Visualization techniques in IS ◦ Decision models and business intelligence ◦ Knowledge graphs ◦ Human-centered techniques • Architectures and Platforms for IS Engineering ◦ Distributed, mobile and open architecture ◦ Big Data architectures ◦ Cloud- and edge-based IS engineering ◦ Service oriented and multi-agent IS engineering ◦ Multi-platform IS engineering ◦ Cyber-physical systems and Internet of Things (IoT) ◦ Workflow and Process Aware Information Systems (PAIS) ◦ Handling of real time data streams ◦ Content management and semantic Web ◦ Crowdsourcing platforms ◦ Conversational agents (chatbots) ◦ Microservices design and deployment • Domain-specific and Multi-aspect IS Engineering ◦ IT governance ◦ eGovernment ◦ Autonomous and smart systems (smart city management, smart vehicles, etc.) ◦ IS for healthcare ◦ Educational Systems and Learning Analytics ◦ Value and supply chain management ◦ Industry 4.0 ◦ Sustainability and social responsibility management ◦ Privacy, security, trust, and safety management ◦ IS in the post-COVID world Submit your paper using the Easy Chair link: https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=caise2024 . IMPORTANT DATES • Abstract Submission: 1st December 2023 (AoE, extended and firm) • Paper Submission: 8th December 2023 (AoE, extended and firm) • Notification of Acceptance: 23rd February 2024 • Camera-ready Papers: 5th April 2024 • Author registration: 5th April 2024 ORGANISATION General Chairs • Haris Mouratidis, University of Essex, UK • Pnina Soffer, University of Haifa, Israel Local Organizing and Finance Chair • George A. Papadopoulos, University of Cyprus, Cyprus Program Chairs • Giancarlo Guizzardi, University of Twente, The Netherlands • Flavia Maria Santoro, University of the State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Other Committee Members https://cyprusconferences.org/caise2024/committees/

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Deadline aproaching: Apply by December 3 to run a Wikipedia assignment in Winter/Spring 2024!
by Helaine Blumenthal 30 Nov '23

30 Nov '23

Run a Wikipedia assignment in Spring 2024: If you're concerned about how to help your students navigate today's information landscape, you're not alone! There's still a lot you can do though to ensure the integrity of information available to the public at large. In an age of generative AI, Wikipedia stands out as a place driven by human curated knowledge. Your students can participate in this critical endeavor. Incorporate a Wikipedia assignment into your course next term! Visit teach.wikiedu.org <https://wikiedu.org/teach-with-wikipedia/> to find out more about Wiki Education's free support and how to get started for the spring term. The deadline to submit a course is *December 3*! Since 2010, over 100,000 students have contributed more than 100 million words to Wikipedia! Your students too can be part of this impactful work. Attend an upcoming workshop! Attend <https://wikiedu.org/webinars/>one of our upcoming workshops to learn more about this unique pedagogical opportunity. Click here <https://wikiedu.org/webinars/> to register for a session. Wiki Education's support is fully funded, and there are no fees to participate. The program is open to post-secondary institutions in the U.S. and Canada. Please reach out to me directly with any questions about Wiki Education! -- Helaine Blumenthal,Ph.D. (she/her) Senior Program Manager Wiki Education teach.wikiedu.org <https://wikiedu.org/teach-with-wikipedia/> Twitter <https://twitter.com/WikiEducation?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7C…>, Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/WikiEducationFoundation/>

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