Ethics and Power in Technology

The video discusses the power of data and the ethical considerations surrounding its use. It explores different moral frameworks, including Kantian and utilitarian ethics, and emphasizes the importance of having a moral framework to guide decisions. The speaker highlights the need for thoughtful decision-making and encourages collaboration between technologists and humanists to address ethical challenges.

What movie scene is used to illustrate the power of data?

• The Matrix

• Apocalypse Now

• Blade Runner

• Inception

What is the main ethical question regarding data use discussed in the second section?

• Whether to share data with third parties

• How to make data more secure

• Whether to use data for profit or privacy

• How to collect more data

Which moral framework focuses on the consequences of actions?

• Utilitarianism

• Platonism

• Aristotelian ethics

• Kantian deontology

What does the speaker suggest we need instead of just knowing about mobile operating systems?

• A better understanding of technology

• A moral operating system

• Faster internet

• More data

Which philosopher believed in objective truths similar to those in mathematics?

• Mill

• Plato

• Kant

• Aristotle

According to Aristotle, how should ethics be approached?

• By maximizing pleasure

• Using best judgment in the moment

• Through abstract forms

• With mathematical precision

What is the 'banality of evil' as described by Hannah Arendt?

• Evil is inherent in technology

• Evil actions are always intentional

• Evil arises from not thinking

• Evil is a result of poor education

What does the speaker encourage technologists to do to improve ethical decision-making?

• Collaborate with the humanities

• Focus solely on technical skills

• Rely on artificial intelligence

• Ignore ethical concerns

What is the ultimate responsibility of technologists according to the speaker?

• To create more powerful technologies

• To determine the ethical use of technology

• To increase data collection

• To follow legal guidelines strictly

What is the speaker's view on the role of machines in ethical decision-making?

• Humans must take responsibility for ethical decisions

• Machines are better at ethical decisions than humans

• Machines should be used for all ethical decisions

• Machines can fully replace human decision-making