The Relationship between Values and Technologies

6G4Society Digests The present document is part of a series of thematically focused digests based on key contents, findings and analyses reported in Deliverable 1.1, Societal Aspects in 6G Technology: Concerns, Acceptance Models and Sustainability Indicators. Original contents of this deliverable have been recombined and slightly modified for a more agile and accessible reading experience. This source forms the foundation of the current document and is acknowledged here as the primary reference for uncited content. 6G4Society Digest #1: The Relationship between Values and Technology Understanding the role of values in technology is essential to this mission. Values shape how technologies are conceived, designed, and adopted, influencing their societal impact. This text explores the complex relationship between values and technology, examining how social, cultural, economic, and ethical considerations affect innovation. It provides a structured perspective on how values enter technology and, in turn, how technology reshapes societal values. These reflections align with the project’s commitment to fostering responsible innovation in 6G development. Editors: Margot Bezzi, Lucas Pereira Carwile