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Recent Ethics Articles
Weighing Values in the Midst of a Pandemic
The coronavirus outbreak has revealed competing moral claims: maintaining a strong economy or preserving the lives of our residents. Ethics calls for protecting people’s health first and foremost.
The #Coronavirus Exposes an Unhealthy Commonality Between Breaking News and Social Media
Both traditional journalism and social media are unwilling to reconsider their newsworthiness exemptions for politicians. This is particularly problematic in the midst of a global public health crisis because it drives unethical behavior in society.
How the Coronavirus Pandemic Inspires Us to be More Ethical at Work and in Life
10 ways companies can be more attentive and responsive to people’s needs
Recent Ethics Cases
An Anonymous Benefactor for a Homeless Shelter
Does the identity of a donor who wishes to remain anonymous matter?
Diverse Faces, Diverse Lenses
An AI Ethics Case Study
Ethical questions about data collection, access, use, and control.
Smart Lampposts: Illuminating Smart Cities
An IoT Ethics Case Study
As cities collect, analyze, and share more data, new ethical questions arise.
Blogs
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Internet Ethics: Views From Silicon Valley
Internet Ethics Director Irina Raicu comments on privacy, big data, access, and other issues.