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Ethical Dilemmas

All articles tagged with #ethical dilemmas

The Future of Computing: Moving Beyond Simple Word Calculations

Originally Published 4 months ago — by The Conversation

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The article argues that comparing generative AI to calculators is misleading because AI systems can hallucinate, pose ethical dilemmas, undermine autonomy, reflect social biases, and operate across various domains beyond simple calculations, necessitating critical understanding of their complex impacts.

Freakier Friday: A Zany, Ethical, and Comedic Twist

Originally Published 5 months ago — by The Ringer

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The article humorously ranks the most disturbing ethical issues in the 'Freaky Friday' movies, highlighting how body swapping leads to questionable decisions like breaking rules, cheating, and manipulating relationships, while also touching on cultural stereotypes and the potential for future misadventures.

Assessing the Quality of Your Family Ties

Originally Published 5 months ago — by The Dispatch

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The article discusses the moral and societal implications of selecting for 'high-quality' or genetically optimal children, highlighting parallels with dystopian fiction and raising concerns about eugenics, societal pressures, and the value of all lives regardless of health or disability, emphasizing that life’s unpredictability and shared human experience should be embraced.

Navigating the Ethical Dilemma of Turning Off Life-Saving Machines

Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Wall Street Journal

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The use of life-saving machines, like the one that saved Ryan Robbins's life, raises difficult ethical questions about the extent of intervention for critically ill patients. Determining when to turn off these machines becomes a tricky decision that requires careful consideration of the patient's condition and quality of life.

AI-Generated Film Terrifies with Kubrick-esque Style

Originally Published 2 years ago — by Startefacts

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A short film titled "Capitol of Conformity" is entirely AI-generated, from the visuals and animation to the voice-over. Set in a futuristic city called The Capitol, the film explores a seemingly perfect utopia that comes at the cost of one's identity. The film serves as a warning, raising ethical dilemmas and prompting reflection on the direction of our own society in the face of technological advancements.