Social systems theory, studies on AI and algorithms
Authors
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Emerson Palmieri
Universidade de São Paulo
https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5406-9068
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Antônio Brasil Jr
Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro
https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8653-668X
Abstract
The objective of this text is to map a significant portion of academic literature on digital media, focusing on studies on artificial intelligence and algorithms based on Niklas Luhmann's social systems theory. This mapping exercise allows us to reveal the directions and tensions this topic takes within theory, the issues most frequently chosen for analysis, and the most explored concepts within Luhmann's theoretical framework. Based on this mapping, we will provide a state-of-the-art overview of the subject, a relatively accurate picture of what systems theory has accomplished to date regarding studies about algorithms and AI.Keywords:
artificial intelligence , systems theory , Luhmann , algorithms , digital mediaReferences
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