Social Implications of Artificial Intelligence Implementation: a Case Study of the Development in the Chuvash Republic – Achievements and Risks
Year: 2026
Type: article
Abstract: The subject of the study is the process of digitalization of the social sphere of the Chuvash Republic. The research methods are analysis and synthesis, comparison, description and generalization of information, as well as statistical approach. The purpose of the work is to identify the impact of artificial intelligence technologies on the social development of Chuvashia. To disclose the topic, the genesis of the terminology "digital economy" was analyzed. The article focused on the main achievements of the subject in a number of selected areas: medicine, transportation structure, security, education. For example, in the field of health care, thanks to AI technologies, the possibility of online registration in medical institutions has appeared (according to data for 2022, 60% of residents used electronic registration to specialists). As part of digitalization, it has also become possible to conduct telemedicine consultations and convene medical consultations, which in turn helps to get a ready medical solution in a short period of time. The transportation system has also undergone changes thanks to AI technologies. Thus, in 2015, the "Safe Quality Roads" program appeared, including 15 traffic light objects to which the technologies of the intelligent transport system were connected. In 2023, 83 complexes fixing traffic violations were installed on dangerous road sections. Contactless fare payment in public transportation was introduced through a fast payment system. Digital technology has also affected public safety. AI is capable of processing a large data set and identifying individuals who pose a security threat. It should not be overlooked that the predicative analytics of AI technologies makes it possible to investigate cybercrimes and identity theft. Digital technologies are also helping to combat natural disasters through increased accuracy in prediction. In education, the introduction of digital technologies enables personalized learning and provides access to different learning materials depending on individual needs. In Russia, AI technologies are used as part of the video surveillance system for exams and the USE. As part of the development of digital education, technoparks and "IT-Cube" centers have been opened to teach programming languages, Big Data technologies, VR/AR developments. Also, to simplify the interaction between student and teacher, an application "Net school" was created, including an electronic diary and journal. The use of AI technologies also has an impact on the cultural sphere. The paper demonstrates the challenges faced by AI to successfully integrate into everyday life. Among them: ethical aspects, technological challenges, the issue of data reliability, the issue of intermental learning, the cost of development and the shortage of qualified personnel. It also shows the main threats of digitalization that have a direct impact on the socio-economic development of the region. Among them it is worth highlighting the platformization and commercialization of the education system, the risks of personal data leakage, cyber fraud, as well as the impact on labor markets. In addition to considering the achievements of the subject, the scientific novelty of the work is the study of the digital divide of the region's population on the basis of federal statistical data. Studying the experience of digitalization of the Chuvash Republic, on the basis of statistical data, the following conclusions were made: as of 2024, the rate of use of Internet technologies remains one of the lowest in the country; 8.6% percent of the population of the region do not use the Internet because of the lack of necessary skills; since 2017, the percentage of the population using the Internet to obtain state and municipal services has increased by 25%; it is also important to note that one of the main threats to the population is the issue of security and safety of personal information
Source: CyberLeninK (CyberLeninka)
Authors: Valerianov I.V., Mukin V.A., Poverinov I.E.
Institution: Chuvash State University
Language: English
Subfield: Strategy and Management
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W7134889919