International Colloquium “Communication in the Age of Technological Challenges” (Journal of International Legal Communication)

The International Colloquium “Communication in the Age of Technological Challenges” brought together scholars from Europe and the Americas in Buenos Aires on May 9th, 2023, in a blended format. The event aimed to facilitate interdisciplinary discussions on the influence of technology on communication within academic fields. With a focus on epistemological, anthropological, and ethical challenges, experts in the fields of sociology, linguistics, media studies, and law explored the implications of technological innovations like big data, machine learning, and AI. The colloquium was jointly hosted by the Universidad de Flores in Argentina and the University of Warsaw in Poland. The program featured two panel discussions and a keynote speech. The first panel examined technological challenges from an international legal perspective, covering topics such as human rights, aviation communication testing, and international law’s response to ASAT weapons. The keynote speech by Dr. Maria Cristina Paganoni delved into the discursive aspects of big data. The second panel focused on technological challenges in social sciences, including sociology of law, media studies, and higher education. Presentations in Spanish, English, and Portuguese showcased research on topics such as AI algorithms in legal decisions, technology integration in teaching practices, online echo chambers, and the societal impact of technological innovations. The colloquium provided a platform for interdisciplinary collaboration, enabling scholars to identify common concerns and emphasizing the significance of interdisciplinary approaches to address technology-related challenges.