Ethical Engineering Dilemmas
The introduction of the like button on social media platforms has led to unintended consequences, such as increased user engagement and the proliferation of social approval indicators. While engineers aim to create efficient technologies, they must also consider the ethical implications of their designs, especially when the effects can disproportionately benefit companies at the expense of users. The challenge lies in addressing these asymmetric trade-offs, particularly when design choices lead to divisive outcomes that compromise meaningful discourse.In this clip
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Ep.37: The Planning Fallacy, Inbox Zero, and the Limits of Ethical Technology | DEEP QUESTIONS
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