Florian Saurwein

Austrian Academy of Sciences, University of Zurich

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Florian Saurwein is a leading scholar at the intersection of digital communication, technology governance, and media responsibility. His research focuses on how society grapples with the risks and ethical challenges posed by automation, artificial intelligence, robotics, and algorithms. Saurwein’s major contribution lies in mapping the “responsibility networks” that emerge in public discourse—identifying who is held accountable for technological harms, from job displacement to algorithmic bias. His highly cited 2021 work, “Covering Technology Risks and Responsibility,” systematically analyzes how media frame responsibility for AI-driven risks, establishing a foundational framework for the field. Building on this, his 2023 comparative study of social media algorithms and social companions deepens our understanding of how sociotechnical imaginaries are shaped by national media landscapes. With over 24 citations across his most prominent papers, Saurwein’s work is essential reading for anyone studying technology ethics, media framing, or the governance of emerging digital systems. His research not only diagnoses pressing societal challenges but also provides actionable insights for policymakers and technologists seeking to build more accountable and responsible innovation ecosystems.