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www.theguardian.com
3 hours ago
Writing

He had a sarcastic turn of phrase': discovery of 1509 book sheds new light on father of utilitarianism'

Sebastian Brandt's satirical book Ship of Fools from 1494 holds insights on public folly and has contributed to the understanding of Jeremy Bentham's ethics. [ more ]
#supreme-court
www.nytimes.com
1 day ago
Law

Chief Justice Rejects Call for Alito's Recusal in Jan. 6 Cases After Flag Incidents

Chief Justice Roberts declined requests for Justice Alito's recusal from Jan. 6 Capitol attack cases. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 day ago
Law

Chief Justice Rejects Call for Alito's Recusal in Jan. 6 Cases After Flag Incidents

Chief Justice John Roberts declined requests for Justice Alito recusal related to Capitol attack cases. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
1 week ago
Law

Opinion: There's no sense of shame at today's Supreme Court

Supreme Court justices in the past displayed humility and integrity by resigning due to ethical concerns, a stark contrast to the behavior of some current justices. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 week ago
Social justice

Opinion | Justice Alito's Blame-the-Wife Defense

It is concerning when Supreme Court justices' spouses publicly express contentious political views that could influence judicial decisions. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
US news

Display at Alito's Home Renews Questions of Supreme Court's Impartiality

Concerns raised over the Supreme Court's ethical standards and perceived fairness of rulings post events like the Stop the Steal symbol incident. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
Left-wing politics

Supreme court justice Samuel Alito faces criticism after Trump-supporting flag reportedly seen outside his home live

Allegations of raising controversial flag outside a Supreme Court justice's house spark partisan reactions and ethical concerns about the court's credibility. [ more ]
moresupreme-court
Nature
3 days ago
OMG science

Randomized trials of cancer drugs are for yesterday

Pitting new treatments against old, ineffective agents is neither ethical nor economical. [ more ]
Above the Law
4 days ago
Law

Federal Judge Rebukes Alito's Flag Antics As 'Improper' And 'Dumb'

Flying controversial flags can be seen as improper, politically partisan, and ethically questionable. [ more ]
#artificial-intelligence
Phys
4 days ago
Artificial intelligence

Will generative AI change the way universities communicate?

AI tools like ChatGPT are widely used in German universities for text-related tasks, improving process efficiency. [ more ]
english.elpais.com
5 days ago
Artificial intelligence

Kilnam Chon, computer scientist: AI will be smarter than us in 30 years at most'

Artificial intelligence has surpassed humans in certain tasks but lags behind in more complex ones. Experts predict AI will outsmart humans within 10-30 years. [ more ]
DATAVERSITY
5 days ago
Artificial intelligence

Demystifying AI: What Is AI and What Is Not AI? - DATAVERSITY

Increased interest in AI spans various sectors, leading to 'AI washing' and 'FOMO' in corporations. [ more ]
Audible.com.au
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

Faking It

Artificial Intelligence goal is often to simulate human intelligence, even though fundamentally different. [ more ]
Harvard Gazette
3 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

How is generative AI changing education? - Harvard Gazette

Symposium discussed the impact of generative AI on academia. [ more ]
Prweek
4 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

Beyond our love/hate relationship with AI

PR professionals must discern valuable insights amidst the overwhelming buzz on AI's impact on communication. [ more ]
moreartificial-intelligence
www.theguardian.com
4 days ago
Coronavirus

Lady Gaga performed on stage with Covid. Did we learn nothing from the pandemic? | Arwa Mahdawi

Lady Gaga shared performing with Covid, sparking debate on ethics and responsibility in contagious situations. [ more ]
San Jose Spotlight
6 days ago
Business

Tale of two mayors: Michael Bloomberg boosts San Jose candidate - San Jose Spotlight

Sam Liccardo's long-standing relationship with Michael Bloomberg includes financial support and potential ethical questions. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

Can I Use A.I. to Grade My Students' Papers?

Students cheating with AI, teachers facing dilemma on AI-assisted grading in writing assignments. [ more ]
#openai
Futurism
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

Another OpenAI Researcher Quits, Issuing Cryptic Warning

AI researcher left OpenAI citing concerns over opaque decision-making processes in the industry. [ more ]
Axios
2 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

OpenAI departure shows doomers have lost the AI fight

OpenAI's shift towards deploying AI quickly under Sam Altman's leadership is embraced industry-wide despite initial warning signs from AI ethicists and AI doomers. [ more ]
Yahoo News
2 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

OpenAI unveils GPT-4o with a video of a man making small talk with his phone and I cannot pretend it's not really weird

GPT-4o offers enhanced audio, video, and text recognition capabilities, twice as fast as GPT-4 Turbo, and 50% cheaper to run. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

OpenAI considers allowing users to create AI-generated pornography

OpenAI exploring allowing AI-generated NSFW content in age-appropriate contexts, excluding deepfakes, sparking controversy and deliberation. [ more ]
www.npr.org
3 weeks ago
US news

ChatGPT maker OpenAI exploring how to 'responsibly' make AI erotica

OpenAI is considering allowing users to create sexually graphic content in a responsible manner using its advanced AI tools. [ more ]
moreopenai
Tech Times
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

Google AI Overview Under Fire For Inaccurate Results: What Went Wrong?

Google's AI Overview feature is criticized for providing inaccurate, dangerous advice and potentially plagiarizing content. [ more ]
Medium
3 weeks ago
UX design

Dark patterns versus behavioural nudges in UX

Psychology defines UX design, with ethical use crucial for positive outcomes. [ more ]
#ai-governance
Theregister
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

Top AI players pledge to pull the plug on dangerous models

Global AI leaders pledge to deactivate tech if leading to dystopian outcomes. [ more ]
Fast Company
2 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

'I feel betrayed': Schumer's much-awaited AI road map gets panned by watchdogs

Schumer's AI roadmap proposes $32 billion in annual AI spending by 2026. [ more ]
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Creative Bloq
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

AI art stall generates furious response

Controversy around selling AI-generated art, questioning ethics and legality. [ more ]
Slate Magazine
2 weeks ago
Social justice

Things Are Upside Down at SCOTUS, and It's Not Just the Flag on Alito's Lawn.

Intra-suburban conflict involving Justice Alito's wife reflects on SCOTUS legitimacy and potential ethics concerns. [ more ]
2SER
2 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

Toby Walsh on AI Ethics and Technology at the Sydney Writers' Festival - 2SER

AI's integration in daily life contrasts with its darker implications in warfare. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
US Elections

Opinion | Trump's O.G. Henchmen Would Like a Word With America

The article discusses the Republican figures showing support for Donald Trump during his trial and emphasizes the questionable characters Trump surrounds himself with. [ more ]
#legal-news
Above the Law
2 weeks ago
Law

Morning Docket: 05.14.24

Michael Cohen's testimony negatively impacted Trump's reputation.
There is a lack of understanding of hearsay by The New York Times. [ more ]
Above the Law
1 month ago
Law

Morning Docket: 05.01.24

Information on recent legal news headlines. [ more ]
morelegal-news
#transparency
Manifesto for a Humane Web
2 weeks ago
Web design

Manifesto for a Humane Web

A humane web should be accessible, inclusive, safe, secure, sustainable, reliable, resilient, transparent, and independent. [ more ]
Future of Privacy Forum
3 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

DC Privacy Forum 2024 - Future of Privacy Forum

Understanding AI risks and limitations is crucial for effective risk assessment and management in industries like finance and healthcare.
Exploring the impact of AI on the future of work, particularly in areas like AI-driven hiring practices and workforce dynamics. [ more ]
Above the Law
1 month ago
Law

Supreme Court Justices Aren't The Only Ones Failing To Report Lavish Trips

Dozens of federal judges failed to disclose luxury travel, highlighting a lack of transparency and potential conflicts of interest. [ more ]
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www.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
US Elections

David Pecker Mastered Catch and Kill' Tabloid Deals

The lines between journalism, business interests, and personal relationships in tabloid media were blurred by David Pecker's techniques. [ more ]
Digiday
3 weeks ago
Data science

IPG's former data chief Arun Kumar: How data collection can be improved without too much regulation

Ethics is a crucial component often overlooked in data-driven marketing efforts. [ more ]
#journalism
Poynter
3 weeks ago
Media industry

Gannett fired an editor for talking to me - Poynter

Sarah Leach, an editor at Gannett, was fired for sharing information with a reporter from a competing media company, raising concerns about company ethics and employee surveillance. [ more ]
Poynter
1 month ago
Media industry

Shut Out: When sources won't engage with journalists - Poynter

Journalists facing obstacles in gaining access to information from sources in positions of power can hinder independent reporting and limit the public's right to know. [ more ]
Poynter
1 month ago
Media industry

As sources increasingly dismiss journalists, Poynter assembles best practices to help - Poynter

The best way to overcome attempts at shutting out journalists is through a renewed commitment to beat reporting and source relationships. [ more ]
Poynter
1 month ago
Media industry

WATCH: What they don't teach in J-school - Poynter

Early-career journalists need to strike a balance between standing up for beliefs and going with the flow.
Young journalists should prioritize assertiveness in their work. [ more ]
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#technology
Mail Online
3 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

Scientists warn AI 'griefbots' could HAUNT you

AI 'griefbots' can have psychological impacts, potentially causing distress and haunting for the bereaved. [ more ]
Futurism
3 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

Warren Buffett Saw An AI That Scared Him

AI deepfakes are becoming increasingly convincing and concerning, even to influential figures like Warren Buffett. [ more ]
Medium
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

What We're Reading: The struggle to understand A.I.

AI is a permanent aspect of digital life, evoking both curiosity and apprehension. [ more ]
www.scientificamerican.com
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

What Philosopher Ibn Sina Can Teach Us about AI

Chatbot interaction blurs lines between AI and humans, sparking debate on personhood and consciousness [ more ]
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Theregister
3 weeks ago
Data science

A tale of two Chinas: Is Big Tech just as bad with our data?

China's dual nature: innovative global contributor vs. autocracy using unethical means for control and propaganda. [ more ]
#animal-consciousness
Fast Company
3 weeks ago
OMG science

A new study on animal consciousness should change people's views on eating meat-but it won't

Animals can experience suffering, supported by scientific evidence, requiring ethical consideration in decision-making regarding their wellbeing. [ more ]
www.nature.com
1 month ago
OMG science

Do Insects Have an Inner Life? Animal Consciousness Needs a Rethink

Researchers are expanding investigations of consciousness to various animals, challenging traditional views on animal consciousness. [ more ]
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Boston.com
3 weeks ago
Education

Live updates: MIT protesters reenter encampment after university tries to clear tents

Protesters occupied MIT despite deadline. [ more ]
Above the Law
3 weeks ago
Law

Morning Docket: 05.06.24

Creative legal concepts can't guarantee success in high-profile events like the Kentucky Derby. [ more ]
The Atlantic
4 weeks ago
Health

America's IVF Failure

The IVF industry in the U.S. is poorly regulated, leading to potential risks and errors in assisted reproduction. [ more ]
#safety
Stanford HAI
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Stanford HAI at Five: Pioneering the Future of Human-Centered AI

Initiative RAISE-Health aims to address ethical and safety issues in AI for health. [ more ]
Stanford HAI
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Stanford HAI at Five: Pioneering the Future of Human-Centered AI

Stanford Medicine and Stanford HAI launched RAISE-Health to address ethical and safety issues in AI for health and medicine. [ more ]
moresafety
www.npr.org
1 month ago
Left-wing politics

Democrats fear fascism, and Republicans worry about a lack of values

The 2024 presidential race between President Biden and former President Donald Trump is extremely close, with divided opinions on the country's future and what values children should be taught. [ more ]
Bustle
1 month ago
Marketing

What Happens If Your Therapist Is A TikTok Star?

The rise of therapists on social media platforms like TikTok blurs professional boundaries and raises ethical concerns. [ more ]
The Drum
1 month ago
Data science

Personalization in healthcare is broken: Introducing the 'user-forward' paradigm

Ethics and personalization in healthcare CRM can be at odds. [ more ]
New York Post
1 month ago
Running

Influencer bandits the Brooklyn Half Marathon - then brags about her pace

Race banditing is frowned upon in the running community, as entry fees support race logistics and charity causes. [ more ]
#ai
www.nature.com
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

Should AI Weapons Make Life-or-Death Decisions?

AI is increasingly being used in the development of lethal autonomous weapons (LAWs) for military purposes. [ more ]
Open Data Science - Your News Source for AI, Machine Learning & more
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

The Nation of Spain and IBM Partner to Advance AI

Spain and IBM partner to develop Spanish language AI models, emphasizing ethical AI advancement and research. [ more ]
Futurism
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

Anthropic CEO Says That by Next Year, AI Models Could Be Able to "Replicate and Survive in the Wild"

AI technology may become self-sustaining and self-replicating, requiring responsible governance to prevent misuse by state-level actors. [ more ]
moreai
#ai-tools
WIRED
1 month ago
Data science

I Tried These AI-Based Productivity Tools. Here's What Happened

The allure of AI tools may not always translate to superior results, leading to potential disappointment and ethical considerations. [ more ]
Mashable ME
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Zoom unveils all-in-one AI work platform for more than just video conferencing

Zoom Workplace is an AI-powered collaborative platform housing AI tools like AI Companion for better workflow.
Zoom clarified it does not use customer data without consent, putting emphasis on privacy and ethics. [ more ]
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Irish Independent
1 month ago
Books

Dear Mary: I've fallen in love with my married neighbour and can't stop thinking about about being close to her

The importance of analyzing the situation and considering the consequences before acting on feelings for a married individual. [ more ]
PortlandTribune.com
1 month ago
Education

Portland State University pauses connections to Boeing due to company's ties to Israel

Portland State University will pause any connection it has to Boeing due to concerns about the company. [ more ]
PortlandTribune.com
1 month ago
JavaScript

Oregon governor's staffers raised concerns about role of first lady before exits

Concerns raised over Governor's aide favor for first lady's friend. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
OMG science

British succulent society chair quits over row about taking specimens from wild

A furious dispute erupted in the UK's leading succulent society over collecting plants from the wild, prompting the chair to resign. [ more ]
Design Milk
1 month ago
Design

Grayn's Inaugural Collection Rejects the Allure of Fast Furniture

Grayn focuses on sustainable furniture production, prioritizing longevity and ethical practices to counter the negative impact of fast furniture. [ more ]
Document Journal
1 month ago
Writing

Fine Print: Like letting the world read your diary

Journals are considered private spaces, but the content may become public, leading to ethical concerns. [ more ]
uxdesign.cc
1 month ago
UX design

Unethical growth, bionic dreams, single dimension scale in Figma

Growth hacks can have negative impacts on user experience and ethical considerations must be prioritized in growth design. [ more ]
www.mediaite.com
1 month ago
Left-wing politics

Fox News Host Stops Kevin McCarthy After Puzzling Comment: You're Saying Biden Should Meddle With The Justice System' in Trump's Favor?!

Kurtz challenges McCarthy on alleged meddling with justice system for Trump's trial before elections. [ more ]
Theregister
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

Microsoft unveils deepfake tech that's too good to release

Microsoft demonstrated VASA-1, an AI framework for creating realistic talking videos from images, text, and voice, but decided against releasing it due to ethical concerns. [ more ]
Inverse
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

Shudder Just Quietly Released the Most Controversial Thriller of the Year

A24 faced backlash for using AI-generated poster art for a movie, igniting a debate about AI art in cinema. [ more ]
Axios
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

Exclusive: Google maps ethical challenges of AI agents

AI assistants could revolutionize work, education, communication, and influence personal development. [ more ]
Ars Technica
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

Feds appoint "AI doomer" to run US AI safety institute

The US AI Safety Institute appointed Paul Christiano, who has expressed concerns about AI development leading to potential 'doom,' as head of AI safety. [ more ]
#fifa
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Samuel Eto'o claims he is victim of Caf campaign before match-fixing hearing

Samuel Eto'o accuses CAF general secretary of breaching FIFA's code of ethics in match-fixing investigation. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
2 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Palestinians call for FIFA to ban Israel's football team amid war on Gaza

FIFA criticized for inaction on Israel issue amid Gaza conflict
Iceland's coach expresses concerns over playing Israel during conflict [ more ]
morefifa
Intellectual Property Law Blog
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

USPTO Issues Additional Guidance on Use of AI Tools in Connection with USPTO Matters

USPTO issued guidance on AI use in submissions to PTAB and TTAB.
USPTO emphasizes duty of candor and good faith in AI use. [ more ]
euronews
1 month ago
EU data protection

Is the credibility of the European institutions at stake?

European institutions facing credibility issues due to corruption scandals and doubts about upholding democratic values.
Efforts to address reputation issues through an ethics body and rule changes are deemed insufficient by experts. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
East Bay (California)

Richmond leaders may end practice of letting family members join city boards

The Richmond City Council is considering a nepotism ordinance to prevent councilmembers and staff from appointing family and business associates to city positions.
The ordinance would allow current family members on boards to finish their terms but prevent new appointments. [ more ]
#ai-development
Theregister
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

UK and US to jointly develop AI test suites to tackle risks

US and UK collaborate on AI test suites for safety in AI development
Agreement aims to align scientific approaches and create robust test suites [ more ]
eLearning Industry
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Beyond The Buzz: Do You Need AI Model Development?

Developing AI from scratch may not always be necessary; optimizing existing models can be more efficient.
Selecting the right algorithm and continuous monitoring are crucial for ethical and effective AI model development. [ more ]
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Miami Herald
1 month ago
NYC LGBT

For free-speech sake, let controversial lawmaker ride in Pride Parade - and be booed again | Opinion

The case of Republican state Rep. Fabian Basabe highlights tensions between free speech and event organizers' rights.
Basabe's controversial actions have led to calls for resignation and a public debate on ethics in politics. [ more ]
The Drum
1 month ago
Marketing

We must burn bridges with big social or meet our end

Burning bridges can be appropriate if done with thought and consideration.
Social media behaviors need to be blocked to protect young people from harm. [ more ]
Mail Online
2 months ago
OMG science

Chinese scientist jailed for genetically editing humans is back in lab

He Jiankui is back in genetic research after serving a jail term for creating the first genome-edited babies.
He claims to focus on genetic treatments for diseases and insists on compliance with Chinese laws for research on discarded human embryos. [ more ]
New York Post
2 months ago
NYC politics

NY's Hochul, Heastie 'abused' power to party in Buffalo Bills luxury suite: complaint

Gov. Kathy Hochul and top NY Democrats accused of using luxury suite at Bills stadium for private party.
Accusations of abuse of power by securing VIP luxury suite for personal benefit during game against Cowboys. [ more ]
CreativeApplications.Net
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Symposium - Assembling Intelligence: Alternative Perspectives on AI through Art and Design

Advancements in AI are deeply rooted in historical thought experiments and Western ideologies.
Interdisciplinary collaboration with artists and designers can help broaden perspectives on AI beyond human-centric views. [ more ]
emptywheel
2 months ago
Left-wing politics

Worse than Segretti: Judge Recommends John Eastman Be Disbarred - emptywheel

Eastman's violations as an attorney were considered worse than Segretti's actions for Nixon due to lack of remorse and experience.
Roland recommended a stiffer penalty for Eastman based on the severity of his actions compared to Segretti's misconduct. [ more ]
www.scientificamerican.com
2 months ago
Books

7 Books SciAm Recommends So Far in 2024

A unique dive into the history of psychedelic science through the book Tripping on Utopia by Benjamin Breen.
The book explores the connection between drug research, scientific inquiry, and the pursuit of expanding consciousness. [ more ]
Above the Law
2 months ago
Law

Ronna McDaniel And Taking One For The Team

Honesty is crucial when considering whether to lie for a team or cause.
Lying on behalf of a specific team, including religious or national affiliations, may be justifiable in certain circumstances. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
2 months ago
California

California lawmaker fined $24,000 for Black Caucus nonprofit fundraising errors 7 years ago

Assemblyman fined $24,000 for fundraising errors related to Black Caucus' scholarship nonprofit foundation.
FPPC defines 'behested payments' as money solicited from one individual or organization to be given to another individual or organization. [ more ]
www.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Digital life

How dating apps frustrate you into paying for them | CBC News

Dating apps promote more matches with subscriptions.
Some users find dating apps' payment tactics frustrating. [ more ]
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