digitalisoitujen

Digitalisoitujen is a Finnish term used to refer to people whose lives are largely mediated by digital technologies and systems. In common usage the phrase denotes a category of individuals whose daily activities—from communication and work to banking, healthcare, and civic participation—are performed through online platforms, digital identifiers, and data-driven services. The term emphasizes the extent to which digital infrastructure shapes personal routines and social inclusion.

Etymology and grammar: The word comes from digitalisoida, meaning to digitalize. Digitalisoitunut is the past participle meaning “digitalized,” and digitalisoitujen is the genitive plural form used in phrases describing groups of digitalized people, or as a modifier in sentences such as “digitalisoitujen ihmisten” (of the digitalized people).

Context and usage: In sociological and policy discussions, digitalisoitujen describes a social category shaped by digitization. It is used to discuss access to services, digital literacy, and the digital divide; it is not a fixed demographic but an analytical label reflecting how technology intersects everyday life.

Implications and debates: Proponents emphasize increased efficiency, convenience, and opportunities for participation through digital services. Critics warn of risks including exclusion of those without devices or skills, as well as concerns about privacy, surveillance, and data sovereignty.

See also: digitalization, digital identity, e-services, digital divide, datafication.