• Mary Luz Tobón Tobón: mtobon@universidadmayor.edu.co
• Tania Vivas Barrera: tgvivas@ucatolica.edu.co
• Flor María Ávila Hernández: fmavila@universidadmayor.edu.co
• Isidro de los Santos Olivo: Isidrodelossantosolivo@gmail.com

SPEAKERS

José Nicolás	Fernández Donato
Nataly Lesly	Félix Acosta

The irruption of artificial intelligence (AI), although it represents a challenge for democratic systems, particularly in the field of administrative activity, can be seen as an opportunity for strengthening – at the level of principles and normativity – for democracy, where transparency and algorithmic participation play an important role from the perspective of Article 209 of the 1991 Constitution and Article 3 of Law 1437 of 2011 (Colombia).

In recent decades, the quality of democracy has experienced a notable decline, marked by the concentration of power, the reduction of citizen participation, and institutional weakening. The current geopolitical situation and structural changes have accelerated this trend, highlighting the fragility of representative democracies and, in contrast, the apparent rise of authoritarian regimes, especially after the pandemic. This context of democratic crisis coincides with the emergence of artificial intelligence (AI), a disruptive technology presenting new and complex challenges for democratic systems, particularly in the realm of digital platforms and social networks. This study focuses on analyzing how AI, in its dual nature, can both erode the pillars of democracy and offer powerful tools.

The ability of AI to analyze, predict, and even influence human thoughts raises fundamental questions about privacy, autonomy, and the manipulation of individual decisions. In political contexts, this power translates into a real risk for contemporary democracies, as it can deepen polarization, erode public deliberation, and facilitate the manipulation of citizens’ perceptions. This phenomenon not only affects the dynamics of electoral processes but also redefines the relationship between citizens, political power, and emerging technologies.