Ethics
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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Influencers could learn a thing or two from traditional journalism about disclosing who’s funding their political coverage
Influencers could learn a thing or two from traditional journalism about disclosing who’s funding their political coverage Influencers have been accused of being influenced by undisclosed payments from organizations like Chorus, which has funded liberal political influencers with monthly stipends ranging from $250 to $8,000. The lack of transparency around these payments raises concerns about […]
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These nonprofits lobbied to regulate OpenAI — then the subpoenas came
These nonprofits lobbied to regulate OpenAI — then the subpoenas came The Midas Project, a nonprofit founded by Tyler Johnston, has been monitoring OpenAI’s practices to ensure transparency and ethical standards. The organization released a report called “The OpenAI Files” detailing OpenAI’s evolution from a nonprofit to a for-profit company. OpenAI received subpoenas after The […]
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Where financial advisors grew up affects their ethics
Where financial advisors grew up affects their ethics A new study found that where financial advisors grew up significantly affects their core code of ethics, which impacts their professional behavior as adults. The researchers discovered a strong relationship between an advisor’s hometown and the likelihood of engaging in professional misconduct, regardless of whether they worked […]
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How to conduct post-atrocity research – key insights from practitioners in the field
How to conduct post-atrocity research – key insights from practitioners in the field Post-atrocity research is crucial for reconciliation and peace-building, but it’s complex, emotionally demanding, and marked by ethical risks. Key to responsible fieldwork is including marginalized voices from the outset, particularly women, racial and ethnic minorities, and members of groups historically excluded, and […]
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