About HIIG
The Alexander von Humboldt Institute for Internet and Society (HIIG) researches the development of the internet from a societal perspective. The aim is to better understand the digitalisation of all spheres of life. As the first institute in Germany to focus on internet and society, HIIG has established an understanding that emphasises the embeddedness of digital innovations in societal processes. Drawing on the scientific competencies brought together at the institute, HIIG is making substantive contributions to our understanding of the relationship between innovation and governance in the digital society. The challenge is to comprehend and change societal values and norms, for example, when developing technologies and business models, but also to do so in an innovation-friendly manner.
