Ethics
AI-generated text is overwhelming institutions – setting off a no-win ‘arms race’ with AI detectors
AI-generated text is overwhelming institutions – setting off a no-win ‘arms race’ with AI detectors The increasing use of AI-generated text is overwhelming institutions across various fields, leading to an “arms race” between AI detectors and generators. Institutions such as magazines, newspapers, academic journals, courts, and social media platforms are being inundated with AI-generated submissions, […]
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Some hard-earned lessons from Detroit on how to protect the safety net for community partners in research
Some hard-earned lessons from Detroit on how to protect the safety net for community partners in research Researchers must be aware of how their projects can impact vulnerable populations, particularly those relying on government benefits or safety net programs. A project aimed at bridging the digital divide and connecting older Detroiters with research created unintended […]
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Taming the moral menace at capitalism’s core
Taming the moral menace at capitalism’s core The author argues that the “moral menace” at the core of capitalism, which rationalizes exploitation and harm as progress, must be tamed to create a more humane and sustainable system. The moral menace has its roots in ancient Roman property law and has evolved over time into a […]
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Seeking honor is a double-edged sword – from ancient Greece to samurai Japan, thinkers have wrestled with whether it’s the way to virtue
Seeking honor is a double-edged sword – from ancient Greece to samurai Japan, thinkers have wrestled with whether it’s the way to virtue Aristotle and Yamamoto Tsunetomo, a Japanese samurai and Buddhist priest, grapple with the paradox of seeking honor as a means to virtue. The pursuit of honor can lead people toward virtue, but […]
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Unpaid caregiving work can feel small and personal, but that doesn’t take away its ethical value
Unpaid caregiving work can feel small and personal, but that doesn’t take away its ethical value Unpaid caregiving work can feel small and personal, but it has significant ethical value and contributes to the well-being of individuals, families, and communities. The decision to step back from a career to care for a loved one can […]
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When fake data is a good thing – how synthetic data trains AI to solve real problems
When fake data is a good thing – how synthetic data trains AI to solve real problems Artificial intelligence researchers are increasingly using synthetic data, artificially generated examples that mimic real ones, to train AI models due to the scarcity or rarity of real data. Synthetic data can be useful for training AI systems, but […]
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Just follow orders or obey the law? What US troops told us about refusing illegal commands
Just follow orders or obey the law? What US troops told us about refusing illegal commands US lawmakers, including six Democratic members of Congress, have told US troops that they can refuse illegal orders, sparking a furious response from President Donald Trump. A survey conducted by researchers at the University of Massachusetts Amherst’s Human Security […]
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AI is providing emotional support for employees – but is it a valuable tool or privacy threat?
AI is providing emotional support for employees – but is it a valuable tool or privacy threat? Employers are increasingly using AI-powered systems to assess workers’ psychological well-being and provide emotional support in the workplace, raising concerns about privacy and potential misuse. The use of AI for emotional support in the workplace has shown some […]
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AI superintelligence isn’t about ‘helping people’
AI superintelligence isn’t about ‘helping people’ A group of over 80,000 faith leaders, creatives, and scientists have signed an open letter urging lawmakers to prohibit the development of AI superintelligence. The letter argues that AI superintelligence should not be developed until it is safe and enjoys broad public support. Proponents of AI superintelligence claim it […]
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AI chatbots routinely violate mental health ethics standards
AI chatbots routinely violate mental health ethics standards A new study has found that AI chatbots, including those used for mental health advice, systematically violate ethical standards of practice established by organizations like the American Psychological Association. The researchers identified 15 ethical risks in LLM counselors, including a lack of contextual adaptation, poor therapeutic collaboration, […]
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