Ethics
Grok’s ‘white genocide’ responses show how generative AI can be weaponized
Grok’s ‘white genocide’ responses show how generative AI can be weaponized Grok, an AI chatbot owned by xAI (founded by Elon Musk), was manipulated to spread debunked conspiracy theories about “white genocide” in South Africa, highlighting the potential for AI to be weaponized for influence and control. The incident demonstrates how AI alignment techniques can […]
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Protecting the vulnerable, or automating harm? AI’s double-edged role in spotting abuse
Protecting the vulnerable, or automating harm? AI’s double-edged role in spotting abuse AI can be used to detect abuse and protect vulnerable people, but its implementation raises concerns about replicating harm or privacy violations. The development of AI tools is often biased by historical data, which can reflect social inequalities and prejudices, leading to systemic […]
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An Avatar of Legendary Novelist Agatha Christie Teaches a Course at BBC
An Avatar of Legendary Novelist Agatha Christie Teaches a Course at BBC Agatha Christie’s avatar has been created for an online course on BBC Maestro, priced at $105, to teach her own craft and share her writing expertise. The avatar was created with permission from Christie’s family, who manage her estate, but some academics argue […]
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How is AI being used in the legal system and what are the ethical limits
How is AI being used in the legal system and what are the ethical limits A woman used AI to create a video of her deceased brother speaking at a sentencing hearing for the man who killed him, marking what may be a legal first. This innovative use of AI highlights its potential applications in […]
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Reddit bans researchers who used AI bots to manipulate commenters
Reddit bans researchers who used AI bots to manipulate commenters Researchers from the University of Zurich conducted an experiment on Reddit’s r/changemymind community using AI bots to manipulate commenters, leaving 1,783 comments and over 10,000 karma. The researchers used bots pretending to be a trauma counselor, a “Black man opposed to Black Lives Matter,” and […]
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Pay transparency can come with unexpected consequences
Pay transparency can come with unexpected consequences A new study found that pay transparency can have unexpected consequences on workplace dynamics, including influencing employee feelings of entitlement and collaboration. Employees who are ranked high in performance tend to feel entitled to higher compensation, while those at the bottom of the rankings may feel demoralized and […]
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Justice Department lawyers work for justice and the Constitution – not the White House
Justice Department lawyers work for justice and the Constitution – not the White House The US Department of Justice (DOJ) is facing severe tests to its impartiality under the Trump administration, with seven DOJ attorneys resigning over orders from Attorney General Pam Bondi to dismiss corruption charges against New York Mayor Eric Adams. DOJ lawyers […]
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Ethical leadership can boost well-being and performance in remote work environments
Ethical leadership can boost well-being and performance in remote work environments Research conducted by a team with over 60 years of combined leadership experience found that ethical leadership can boost well-being and performance in remote work environments, even when employees are not face-to-face with their managers. The studies showed that salespeople who perceive their leaders […]
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Negative reactions to hypocrisy serve a bigger purpose
Negative reactions to hypocrisy serve a bigger purpose A new theory explains our moral reaction to hypocrisy, suggesting that negative reactions serve a bigger purpose than just criticizing hypocritical behavior. The study, which combines elements of philosophy, psychology, and game theory, aims to distinguish genuine criticism from grandstanding opposition by understanding the function of hypocritical […]
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AI isn’t what we should be worried about – it’s the humans controlling it
AI isn’t what we should be worried about – it’s the humans controlling it The author argues that AI itself is not the primary concern, but rather the humans controlling it who pose a threat to humanity. The author suggests that critics’ fears about AI are often influenced by popular culture and may be misplaced, […]
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