reading-notes

Class 44: Reading: Ethics

Readings

Code of Ethics

Link to article: Code of Ethics

Link to article: Software Engineering Code of Ethics


Ethics in the workplace

Link to article: The code I’m still ashamed of

Link to article: Project Dragonfly, Google’s censored search engine

Link to article: Amazon workers demand Jeff Bezos cancel “Recognition” software

Link to article: Google and AI

Link to article: Microsoft Employees demand end of ICE contract

Link to article: Microsoft and the DoD


Ethics in Technology

Link to article: Self Driving Car Ethics

Link to article: Ethical dilemma of self driving cars

Link to article: Cyber-Security of self driving cars

Link to article: Big Data is our Civil Rights issue

Link to article: Will democracy survive big data and AI?


Tech Company Principles

Link to article: Microsoft AI Principles

Link to article: Ethical OS Toolkit

Link to article: Google AI Principles


Article Reflection

Article: Project Dragonfly, Google’s censored search engine

This article talks about Google’s controversial decision to create a censored search engine for China. It explains how many Google employees are upset about this because they think it goes against the company’s ethical principles. The employees want more transparency and a say in the decisions made by Google. The article also discusses the power of employees in shaping corporate decisions and the need for companies to consider the ethical implications of their projects.

I agree with the article’s focus on ethics in technology. It’s important for companies to think about the impact of their actions, even if it means giving up potential profits. What stood out to me was how employees can have a big influence on corporate decisions and hold companies accountable for their choices. It shows that employees should have a voice in important discussions about ethics and the direction of the company. Overall, the article raises important questions about the role of ethics in technology and the responsibility of companies to consider the greater good.


Ethical dilemma of self driving cars

The article talks about the ethical issues related to self-driving cars. It raises the question of who the cars should prioritize when faced with unavoidable accidents and discusses the need for programming artificial intelligence to make ethical decisions. I agree with the article’s focus on ethics in technology and the importance of considering the moral implications of self-driving cars. It’s challenging to decide how the cars should make split-second decisions that may harm some individuals while protecting others. The article also mentions the double standard between human drivers and machines, as humans are often given more leeway due to their human frailties. This raises interesting questions about how we view and hold machines accountable for their actions. Overall, the article provides valuable insights into the ethical dilemmas surrounding self-driving cars and the need to address these issues as technology advances.