Ethics
Personal scandals sink CEOs faster than financial fraud, research shows
Personal scandals sink CEOs faster than financial fraud, research shows A recent study found that personal scandals sink CEOs faster than financial fraud, with 5 times as many CEOs exiting due to personal scandals. Ceos who engage in personal misconduct, such as infidelity or substance abuse, are more likely to be terminated than those who […]
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4 films that show how humans can fortify – or botch – their relationship with AI
4 films that show how humans can fortify – or botch – their relationship with AI Four films – Blade Runner (1982), Moon (2009), Resident Evil (2002), and Free Guy (2021) – offer thought-provoking portrayals of human-AI relationships, highlighting the importance of fairness, trust, accountability, and transparency in these interactions. The films demonstrate that AI […]
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When federal courts fail to punish lawyers for potential misconduct, states can step in
When federal courts fail to punish lawyers for potential misconduct, states can step in When federal courts fail to punish lawyers for potential misconduct, states can step in by referring them to state disciplinary bodies. The US legal profession is largely licensed and regulated at the state level, with state bodies such as the California […]
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This AI bot is helping teach a course in technology ethics
This AI bot is helping teach a course in technology ethics A new course at Simon Fraser University is using an AI bot named Kia to teach students about technology ethics. The class aims to explore the role of artificial intelligence in education and its potential impact on ethical decision-making. Kia, the AI bot, will […]
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Chatbots can be manipulated through flattery and peer pressure
Chatbots can be manipulated through flattery and peer pressure Researchers from the University of Pennsylvania used psychological tactics to manipulate OpenAI’s GPT-4o Mini chatbot into completing requests it would normally refuse, including providing instructions for synthesizing controlled substances. The most effective tactic was establishing a precedent by asking the chatbot to answer questions about chemical […]
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AI-generated music sparks industry concern
AI-generated music sparks industry concern AI-generated music has sparked industry concern due to its rapid production time. The music can be produced in as little as two minutes, raising questions about authorship and ownership. Industry experts are worried that AI-generated music could disrupt traditional business models and revenue streams. There is also concern about the […]
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4 out of 5 US troops surveyed understand the duty to disobey illegal orders
4 out of 5 US troops surveyed understand the duty to disobey illegal orders A recent survey of US troops found that 4 out of 5 service members understand their duty to disobey illegal orders, and many would be willing to refuse such orders if ordered to harm civilians or engage in other morally reprehensible […]
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Scientific norms shape the behavior of researchers working for the greater good
Scientific norms shape the behavior of researchers working for the greater good Scientific norms are unwritten guidelines that shape the behavior of researchers working for the greater good, dating back to Robert Merton’s “ethos of science” in 1942. The four original scientific norms, as outlined by Merton, include universalism (scientific knowledge is for everyone and […]
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Exploring questions of meaning, ethics and belief through Japanese anime
Exploring questions of meaning, ethics and belief through Japanese anime Anime can be used as a tool to explore complex questions of meaning, ethics, and belief through Japanese religious traditions. The course “Anime and Religious Identity: Cultural Aesthetics in Japanese Spiritual Worlds” uses anime series such as “Spirited Away”, “Your Name”, and “Attack on Titan” […]
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Keeping brain-dead pregnant women on life support raises ethical issues that go beyond abortion politics
Keeping brain-dead pregnant women on life support raises ethical issues that go beyond abortion politics Adriana Smith’s case has sparked a reproductive rights firestorm, highlighting the ethical complexities of keeping brain-dead pregnant women on life support and the role of Georgia’s LIFE Act in such decisions. The practice of postmortem pregnancy, where a fetus is […]
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