Technological advancement has driven improvement in productivity. Utilizing new technology and materials can create high-quality products at a reduced cost, resulting in higher economic benefits. Additionally, the rise of emerging industries creates new opportunities for talent cultivation and employment. Technological development also promotes cultural dissemination, preservation, and exchange. Many excellent works can be shared globally through online platforms that transcend time and space. Furthermore, the popularity of online education and distance learning makes it easier for people to access high-quality educational resources.

However, negative impacts brought by technological development must not be ignored. There are several issues that need attention such as:

Digital divide: Technological development accelerates the digitalization process. In the information age, mastering digital skills is becoming increasingly important. However, due to various reasons (such as poverty, geographic location, and cultural background), some disadvantaged groups (such as low-income families, the elderly, and people with disabilities) have difficulty accessing information and the benefits brought by digital technology, creating a "digital divide." In the information age, the digital divide may cause further marginalization of some vulnerable groups.

Employment opportunities: The demand for some professional and technical positions is increasing, requiring high-level education and training. However, some disadvantaged groups cannot obtain good education opportunities, making it difficult for them to acquire the skills and knowledge required for these positions, which could widen the wealth gap.

Social isolation: With the rapid development of technology and the popularity of social media, some people may prefer online socializing over real-life socializing. For some more isolated individuals, this can further isolate them from the outside world, weakening their social skills.

Mental health: Modern technology allows people to easily access information and connect with the world, but excessive use of screen-based devices may lead to problems such as poor concentration and increased stress.

Journal of Social Sciences and Computing call for papers call for papers. This journal focuses on the relationship between technological developments and social progress and pay attention to the benefits that technology brings to society while also noting other negative impacts such as special populations (the elderly, the blind, children, etc.) challenges facing the mobile era, social and moral dilemmas facing many innovative applications of technology such as games, online entertainment,

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