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Recent Ethics Articles
4 Lessons on Designing Responsible, Ethical Tech: Microsoft Case Study
Despite their best intentions, there’s often a gap in businesses between the desire to act ethically and following through on those good intentions.
Neural Implantations: Ethics of ‘Mind Control’
Can technology enhance human performance, and if so, is ethical to do so?
The Ethics of Health Care for Undocumented Immigrants
Undocumented immigrants in this country face many challenges and inadequte access to health care is near the top of the list.
Recent Ethics Cases
The Ethics of Social Media Decision Making on Handling the New York Post “October Surprise”
How can media institutions facilitate the free flow of information and promote truth during an election cycle shrouded in misinformation?
Obey Law on Criminal Reporting for a Pregnant Mother Addicted to Heroin?
An obstetrician treating a heroin-addicted mother considers whether to comply with state law requiring medical professionals to report drug-addicted pregnant women to law enforcement for child endangerment.
A Second Chance at Drug Treatment?
A drug treatment counselor considers whether to allow a patient a second chance in the drug-treatment program, against stated program rules.
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.