In this episode, the Viterbi Conversations in Ethics team explores the ethics behind clean energy.
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War and Progress: The Invasion of Ukraine and Its Impact on Renewable Energy
The Russian invasion of Ukraine has led to an energy crisis in much of the world. As a result, Western leaders are pushing for increased interest and investment in renewable energy. This introduces an ethical dilemma of the impacts of war on technological progress, and what it says about humanity that such motivations are required for change to be made.
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Quitting Trends Persist Despite Tech Industry Layoffs
Recent layoffs in the tech industry have many employees wondering if their jobs are in danger. Despite these concerns, job resignations are still trending. With company culture a top employee priority, the tech industry may need to make efforts to meet employee expectations.
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Cryptocurrency
In this episode, the Viterbi Conversations in Ethics team explores the ethics behind cryptocurrency.
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Autonomous Vehicles
In this episode, the Viterbi Conversations in Ethics team explores the ethics behind autonomous vehicles.
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Digital Voice Assistants
In this episode, the Viterbi Conversations in Ethics team explores the ethics behind digital voice assistants such as Siri and Alexa.
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How Telehealth Contributed to the Adderall Shortage and Reignited Concerns
A recent shortage in Adderall comes after a large spike in demand for the prescription drug, with many prescriptions being issued from telehealth startups earlier this year. These platforms that emerged during the pandemic have raised concerns regarding the overprescription of controlled substances. However, the high amount of prescriptions coming from these newer companies follows a longstanding trend of potential ADHD overdiagnosis and overtreatment in the US.
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Why Ethical Free-to-Play Game Design Matters
The recent release of Blizzard Entertainment’s “Overwatch 2” has sparked many conversations in the gaming community centered around the ethics behind free-to-play video games and the duty that developers have to their consumers. As the game industry continues to shift away from a traditional one-time purchase model, developers must continue to consider what they can do to keep games as fair as possible for all players.
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How Climate Change Intensified Hurricane Ian
Hurricane Ian has already devastated Cuba and Florida, and will soon reach the coastline of North and South Carolina. The storm intensified rapidly in a very short period of time and has been fueled by rising ocean temperatures due to climate change. This increased storm intensity has been predicted for years, and the U.S.’s preparation efforts and response to climate change will impact millions of lives.
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Mass Protests in Iran Garner U.S. Tech Support
Iranian protests have made headlines – and social media feeds – around the world. As the internet becomes an increasingly important ally in the global fight for human rights, tech firms in the United States are seeking to expand internet access to Iranians.
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