Tech & Ethics Basics
What is technology in the context of ethics?
The application of scientific knowledge to efficiently solve real-world problems.
What is the European law that protects personal data and privacy rights?
General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
What is AI?
Technology that allows machines to learn and perform tasks that typically require human intelligence.
What law protects artistic or written work from unauthorized use?
Copyright law
What branch of ethics examines biotechnology and healthcare innovation?
Bioethics
What ethical concern arises when technology develops faster than laws or social norms?
Lack of regulation or ethical lag
What are cookies and why are they controversial in ethics?
Small data files stored on users’ devices. They raise privacy concerns because they track user activity without clear consent
What ethical issue arises when AI systems make biased decisions?
Algorithmic or data bias
What term describes stealing a patented idea without permission?
Patent infringement
What is a key challenge for businesses adopting new tech ethically?
Balancing innovation with consumer privacy, fairness, and transparency.
What ethical issue occurs when companies prioritize innovation over human welfare?
Ignoring social responsibility/moral accountability
What executive role ensures company compliance with privacy and data protection laws?
Chief Privacy Officer (CPO)
What field is concerned with programming robots to behave ethically?
Roboethics (machine ethics)
What are malware and phishing examples of?
Cybercrimes/Cybersecurity threats
What is the main ethical goal of a technology assessment?
To evaluate the potential social, ethical, and environmental impacts of a new tech