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SATUKATA: Jurnal Sains, Teknik, dan Studi Kemasyarakatan
Published by CV. LAFADZ JAYA
ISSN : -     EISSN : 29639824     DOI : https://doi.org/10.47353/satukata
Journal of Science, Engineering, and Society accepts research results in the fields of engineering, science, and society in both Indonesian and English. Journal of Science, Engineering, and Society is published monthly starting in December 2022 . The scope of this journal is as follows: Science: astronomy, biology, physics, mathematics, chemistry, geology and ecology. Engineering: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Geomatics Engineering, Defense Engineering. Society: Sociology, Policy and Administration, Political Science, Anthropology, Demography, Human Geography, Communication, Community Professions, Criminology, Other studies related to society.
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RETHINKING SCIENTIFIC OBJECTIVITY IN THE AGE OF ALGORITHMIC MEDIATION: A PHILOSOPHICAL INQUIRY Usman Jayadi
SATUKATA: Jurnal Sains, Teknik, dan Studi Kemasyarakatan Vol. 4 No. 1 (2025): December
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47353/satukata.v4i1.4601

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The concept of scientific objectivity has long been regarded as the epistemic cornerstone of modern science, grounded in neutrality, reproducibility, and observer-independence. However, the rapid integration of algorithmic systems, artificial intelligence, and data-driven infrastructures into scientific processes has fundamentally transformed how knowledge is produced, validated, and disseminated. This paper offers a philosophical inquiry into the evolving nature of scientific objectivity in the age of algorithmic mediation. It argues that objectivity is no longer solely a function of human rationality and methodological rigor but is increasingly co-constructed by computational systems that embed implicit biases, design assumptions, and socio-technical constraints. Drawing on contemporary philosophy of science, digital epistemology, and critical algorithm studies, this study critically examines how algorithmic mediation reshapes epistemic authority, transparency, and accountability in scientific practices. Using a descriptive qualitative approach, the paper synthesizes theoretical perspectives to propose a reconceptualization of objectivity as a relational and situated construct rather than an absolute ideal. The findings suggest that algorithmic systems simultaneously enhance and undermine objectivity by increasing analytical capacity while obscuring interpretive processes. Consequently, this paper calls for a reflexive framework of “augmented objectivity,” where human judgment and algorithmic processes are critically integrated. Such a framework emphasizes transparency, ethical design, and epistemic responsibility, ensuring that scientific knowledge remains trustworthy in increasingly automated environments.
A THEORETICAL ARCHITECTURE FOR DECENTRALIZED URBAN SYSTEMS IN THE POST-DIGITAL ERA Amos Lukas
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47353/satukata.v4i1.4602

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This study proposes a theoretical architecture for decentralized urban systems in the post-digital era, characterized by the seamless integration of digital technologies into everyday urban life. It addresses the limitations of centralized urban governance models, which often struggle with scalability, resilience, and inclusive participation in rapidly evolving cities. By synthesizing interdisciplinary perspectives from urban studies, distributed systems, and socio-technical theory, the research develops a conceptual framework that redefines urban systems as adaptive, networked, and citizen-centric ecosystems. Using a descriptive qualitative approach, this study analyzes existing literature and emerging practices related to decentralization, including blockchain governance, edge computing, and participatory digital platforms. The findings reveal that effective decentralized urban systems operate through three interdependent layers: infrastructural decentralization, governance decentralization, and cognitive decentralization. These layers interact dynamically through feedback mechanisms enabled by real-time data exchange and digital connectivity. The proposed architecture highlights how decentralization enhances urban resilience by reducing dependency on centralized infrastructures, improves service efficiency through localized decision-making, and promotes inclusivity by empowering citizens as active contributors to urban governance. However, the study also identifies key challenges, including technological interoperability, regulatory constraints, and digital inequality. This research contributes to the theoretical advancement of post-digital urbanism by offering a comprehensive and integrative model that bridges technological innovation with social and institutional dimensions. The study concludes that decentralized urban systems represent a transformative paradigm for building sustainable, adaptive, and democratic cities, and provides a foundation for future empirical validation and policy development.
THE SOCIAL CONSTRUCTION OF DIGITAL REALITY: A CRITICAL REINTERPRETATION OF ONLINE INTERACTION IN CONTEMPORARY NETWORKED SOCIETIES Riinawati Riinawati
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47353/satukata.v4i1.4603

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The rapid expansion of digital technologies has fundamentally transformed the ways individuals perceive, construct, and negotiate reality. This study critically examines the social construction of digital reality through online interactions, emphasizing how meaning is collaboratively produced in networked environments. Drawing upon social constructionism and critical digital theory, the article explores how platforms, algorithms, and user practices shape subjective and collective realities. The study employs a descriptive qualitative approach, synthesizing existing literature and conceptual analysis to reinterpret online interaction beyond surface-level communication. The findings reveal that digital reality is not merely a reflection of offline experiences but a distinct, layered construct shaped by technological affordances, algorithmic mediation, and socio-cultural contexts. Online identities are fluid and performative, often strategically curated to align with platform norms and audience expectations. Furthermore, power structures embedded in digital infrastructures influence what is visible, credible, and legitimate, thereby shaping knowledge production and social norms. This paper also highlights the paradox of digital interaction: while it enables democratized participation and global connectivity, it simultaneously reinforces echo chambers, misinformation, and surveillance practices. The reinterpretation proposed in this study positions digital interaction as an active site of meaning negotiation rather than passive consumption. Ultimately, this research contributes to a deeper understanding of how digital realities are constructed, contested, and institutionalized. It calls for a more critical awareness of the socio-technical mechanisms that underpin online interactions and encourages interdisciplinary approaches to studying digital societies in the contemporary era.
A CONVERGENT THEORETICAL FRAMEWORK FOR UNDERSTANDING DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION ACROSS CULTURAL CONTEXTS GLOBALLY I Made Darsana
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47353/satukata.v4i1.4605

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Digital transformation has emerged as a critical driver of organizational change, yet its implementation and outcomes vary significantly across cultural contexts. Existing studies often treat technological adoption and cultural dynamics as separate domains, resulting in fragmented theoretical explanations. This article proposes a convergent theoretical framework that integrates digital transformation processes with cross-cultural perspectives to provide a holistic understanding of how organizations adapt to technological change globally. The framework synthesizes insights from institutional theory, socio-technical systems theory, and cultural dimensions theory to explain how cultural values, organizational structures, and technological infrastructures interact dynamically. Using a descriptive conceptual approach, this study identifies key dimensions influencing digital transformation across cultures, including power distance, uncertainty avoidance, digital readiness, and organizational learning capacity. The findings suggest that digital transformation is not merely a technological process but a culturally embedded phenomenon shaped by social norms, leadership styles, and institutional pressures. The proposed framework highlights the importance of cultural alignment in ensuring successful digital transformation initiatives and provides a multi-level analytical lens for researchers and practitioners. This study contributes to the literature by bridging the gap between digital transformation research and cross-cultural studies, offering a unified theoretical model that can guide future empirical research. Furthermore, it provides practical implications for multinational organizations seeking to implement digital strategies across diverse cultural environments. By emphasizing convergence rather than divergence, this framework advances a more integrative understanding of digital transformation in the global context.
FROM DATA TO MEANING: A PHILOSOPHICAL FRAMEWORK FOR INTERPRETING DIGITAL PHENOMENA IN CONTEMPORARY SOCIETY Mowafg Masuwd
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47353/satukata.v4i1.4606

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The exponential growth of digital technologies has transformed how data is produced, interpreted, and integrated into human understanding. However, the transition from raw data to meaningful insight remains philosophically underexplored. This article proposes a comprehensive philosophical framework for interpreting digital phenomena by synthesizing perspectives from hermeneutics, phenomenology, and philosophy of information. It argues that digital data is not inherently meaningful but becomes meaningful through interpretative processes shaped by human cognition, socio-cultural context, and technological mediation. The study introduces three interpretative layers: syntactic (data structure), semantic (contextual meaning), and existential (human significance). These layers interact dynamically, revealing that meaning emerges not solely from data itself but from the interplay between human agents and digital systems. Furthermore, the article critiques dominant data-centric paradigms that assume objectivity and neutrality, emphasizing instead the interpretative and constructed nature of digital knowledge. Methodologically, this research adopts a descriptive-analytical approach, examining theoretical literature across philosophy, information science, and digital studies. The findings demonstrate that digital phenomena should be understood as hybrid entities—simultaneously technical and interpretative—requiring interdisciplinary frameworks. This study contributes to philosophical discourse by offering a structured model that bridges technical data analysis and humanistic interpretation. It also provides implications for artificial intelligence, digital ethics, and knowledge production in the information age. Ultimately, the paper calls for a shift from data-driven epistemology toward meaning-oriented interpretation to better understand the complexities of digital reality.

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