Urbanization is considered one of the most defining social transformations of the past two centuries. Accelerated by industrialization, this process has drawn millions of people from rural areas to cities due to educational opportunities, job prospects, healthcare services, and social amenities. Globally, as in Türkiye, this wave of migration has turned major cities into economic hubs while simultaneously pushing them to the brink of serious governance challenges. Today, the idea…
Technology
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Data Centers and Energy Consumption
The Rising Share of Digital Infrastructure in Energy Consumption With the increasing digitization and the widespread adoption of AI applications, the energy demand of data centers is showing a significant rise worldwide. According to data for the 2023–2024 period, data centers account for approximately 1–2% of total electricity consumption. Due to cloud services, large language models, and continuous data flow, this energy consumption is expected to increase substantially over the…
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TECHNO-FEUDALISM
We’re living in a period where digital transformation is accelerating so quickly that it forces us to rethink not only classical economic models but also the social frameworks that used to feel solid. One of the concepts that keeps surfacing in these discussions is techno-feudalism. The term sounds dramatic at first — almost like asking, “Are we returning to the Middle Ages?” But the reality behind it is modern and…
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The TikTok Society
What is the TikTok Society? How do we define it? The TikTok Society is an energetic and constantly open community where young people in particular try out new things. People dance, sing, make funny videos and generally have fun. This is a world full of viral content that can reach a large audience in a short time. TikTok users use this platform to express themselves, discover new trends and draw…
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Future Work Models and the Impact of Artificial Intelligence
The rapid development and increasing capability of artificial intelligence (AI) is driving fundamental changes in the world of work. These changes are redefining working models and reducing future reliance on labor. In this blog post, we will look at how AI will shape future working conditions and how humans will retain their place in the workplace. The Rise of Artificial Intelligence and its Impact on the World of Work Artificial…