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World politics
fromemptywheel
4 days ago

Introduction And Index To Series On Morality - emptywheel

The Trump Regime's actions raise serious moral concerns, overshadowing legal debates and diminishing discourse on the morality of force in geopolitics.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Lawyer Tells Attorneys For Missing Child That They're 'Gonna Burn In Hell' - Above the Law

A lawyer for Camp Mystic made a controversial remark during a hearing related to a tragic flood that killed 27 people.
#ai-regulation
Intellectual property law
fromFortune
1 day ago

Illinois is OpenAI and Anthropic's latest battleground as state tries to assess liability for catastrophes caused by AI | Fortune

OpenAI and Anthropic support opposing AI bills in Illinois regarding liability for AI-related incidents.
Intellectual property law
fromWIRED
4 days ago

Anthropic Opposes the Extreme AI Liability Bill That OpenAI Backed

Anthropic opposes Illinois bill SB 3444, which would shield AI labs from liability for large-scale harm caused by their systems.
Intellectual property law
fromFortune
1 day ago

Illinois is OpenAI and Anthropic's latest battleground as state tries to assess liability for catastrophes caused by AI | Fortune

OpenAI and Anthropic support opposing AI bills in Illinois regarding liability for AI-related incidents.
Intellectual property law
fromWIRED
4 days ago

Anthropic Opposes the Extreme AI Liability Bill That OpenAI Backed

Anthropic opposes Illinois bill SB 3444, which would shield AI labs from liability for large-scale harm caused by their systems.
Media industry
fromEntrepreneur
2 days ago

The 3 PR Strategies I Stopped Recommending to Clients After They Backfired

Traditional press releases are losing effectiveness; personalized pitches to journalists yield better results.
Careers
fromForbes
2 days ago

New Executive Leadership Challenges Emerging-And What's Driving Them

Executive coaching has evolved to address new leadership challenges such as hybrid team management, decision fatigue, and the need for clarity and connection.
DevOps
fromSecuritymagazine
3 days ago

Democratized Software, Democratized Risk: Who's Accountable When Everyone Codes?

AI-driven coding tools enable non-technical teams to create software, but they introduce vulnerabilities and require clear ownership and governance.
Healthcare
fromMedium
2 days ago

The trust gap in healthcare AI isn't about the AI

Trust in healthcare AI is established in the first 30 seconds of interaction, not through model improvements.
fromTheregister
3 days ago

Indian government investigating TCS after police sting

Reports indicate that an initial inquiry, triggered by a complaint relating to religious practices, has brought to light disturbing allegations involving sexual harassment, rape, and attempts at forced religious conversion of female employees by certain individuals in supervisory roles.
Women in technology
Growth hacking
fromFast Company
3 days ago

Every leader wants to change the world. Here's how to tell if you're actually doing so

Tech leaders often claim to change the world, but true social impact requires evaluating both positive and negative consequences.
Software development
fromZDNET
3 days ago

'Like handing out the blueprint to a bank vault': Why AI led one company to abandon open source

Cal is shifting from open source to proprietary licensing due to security risks posed by modern AI tools.
fromFortune
3 days ago

The Sam Altman attack is putting two anti-AI groups under scrutiny-but the story is more complicated | Fortune

Pause AI, founded in Utrecht, Netherlands in May 2023 by Joep Meindertsma, aims to halt what it calls 'dangerous frontier AI' and staged its first protest outside Microsoft's lobbying office in Brussels.
Silicon Valley
Medicine
fromPsychology Today
4 days ago

How Cognitive and Social Forces Shape Medical Decisions

Medical decisions are influenced by how options are framed, presented, and the dynamics of the situation.
#ibm
Social justice
fromComputerworld
4 days ago

IBM's government DEI settlement could increase pressure to avoid tech hiring diversity

IBM's settlement with the DOJ dismantles its DEI programs and halts workforce diversification efforts.
Social justice
fromTheregister
4 days ago

IBM pays up under Trump administration's diversity blitz

IBM settled with the US government for $17 million over allegations of violating anti-discrimination requirements in its diversity programs.
Law
fromArs Technica
5 days ago

IBM folds to Trump anti-DEI push, admits no misconduct but pays $17M penalty

IBM settled for over $17 million while denying any wrongdoing related to its DEI programs.
Social justice
fromComputerworld
4 days ago

IBM's government DEI settlement could increase pressure to avoid tech hiring diversity

IBM's settlement with the DOJ dismantles its DEI programs and halts workforce diversification efforts.
Social justice
fromTheregister
4 days ago

IBM pays up under Trump administration's diversity blitz

IBM settled with the US government for $17 million over allegations of violating anti-discrimination requirements in its diversity programs.
Law
fromArs Technica
5 days ago

IBM folds to Trump anti-DEI push, admits no misconduct but pays $17M penalty

IBM settled for over $17 million while denying any wrongdoing related to its DEI programs.
Philosophy
fromThe Atlantic
4 days ago

The Eighth Deadly Sin

The modern experience of disconnection and emptiness may represent a new form of sin, akin to the medieval concept of acedia.
Psychology
fromCornell Chronicle
5 days ago

Why do people oppose violence and support war? How moral views evolve | Cornell Chronicle

Moral views are influenced by fixed beliefs and fickle perceptions, leading to disagreements and changes over time.
Business
fromwww.businessinsider.com
4 days ago

A McKinsey senior partner who meets with Fortune 500 leaders explains why it's so hard to be a CEO right now

CEOs face increasing challenges, with critical issues on the management agenda rising significantly, leading to shorter tenures and heightened turnover.
Business intelligence
fromEntrepreneur
5 days ago

Stop Treating ESG Like a Costly Obligation - When Used Well, It Becomes a Growth Advantage

ESG identifies operational and financial risks, enhancing resilience and performance beyond mere compliance.
Marketing tech
fromAcast
1 week ago

AI Governance Isn't a Barrier: It's Marketing's Growth Engine | Adspeak

AI is transforming marketing by enabling innovation through governance, clean data, and balancing automation with human creativity.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

The Guardian view on AI politics: US datacentre protests are a warning to big tech | Editorial

Voters across the political spectrum are uniting against big tech's influence, particularly regarding AI datacentres and their environmental impact.
#artificial-intelligence
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago
Artificial intelligence

White House and Anthropic set aside court fight to meet amid fears over Mythos model

Artificial intelligence
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

White House and Anthropic set aside court fight to meet amid fears over Mythos model

The White House met with Anthropic's CEO to discuss collaboration on AI technology amid ongoing legal issues with the Department of Defense.
#anthropic
Artificial intelligence
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

Anthropic's new cybersecurity model could get it back in the government's good graces

Anthropic's relationship with the Trump administration has improved due to its new cybersecurity model, Claude Mythos Preview.
Artificial intelligence
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

Anthropic's new cybersecurity model could get it back in the government's good graces

Anthropic's relationship with the Trump administration has improved due to its new cybersecurity model, Claude Mythos Preview.
Media industry
fromFast Company
1 day ago

The stigma around AI in journalism may be easing, but trust is still fragile

There is a growing acceptance of AI in journalism, despite initial reluctance and a recent controversy over AI-generated content.
Social media marketing
fromHer Campus
1 week ago

They Knew, They Didn't Care, & We Are All Paying For It

Social media platforms like Instagram have been found liable for mental health damage to young users, with internal documents revealing harmful strategies targeting teens.
#ai-governance
fromFortune
1 day ago
Artificial intelligence

AI cybersecurity capabilities require urgent international cooperation, AI godfather Bengio says | Fortune

Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
1 day ago

AI cybersecurity capabilities require urgent international cooperation, AI godfather Bengio says | Fortune

Yoshua Bengio emphasizes the urgent need for international cooperation in addressing AI's risks, particularly with the release of Anthropic's Mythos model.
Silicon Valley
fromThe Nation
5 days ago

The Death of an AI Whistleblower

Suchir Balaji, a whistleblower against OpenAI, claimed the company violated copyright laws by using vast amounts of internet data for its AI models.
Psychology
fromMail Online
5 days ago

The Gordon Gekko effect: Bosses actively FAVOUR manipulative employees

Manipulative employees are favored by bosses seeking personal advancement, despite potential long-term costs for organizations.
#ai
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
1 day ago

OpenAI's policy chief says AI companies 'need to do a much better job' talking about AI as industry leaders face personal attacks | Fortune

AI's impact on labor is polarizing, with increasing backlash and violence against proponents of the technology.
Artificial intelligence
fromMedium
2 days ago

Autopilot, agentic AI, and the dangers of imperfect metaphors

Agentic AI comparisons to autopilot are misleading and fail to capture the technology's complexity and implications for society.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
1 day ago

OpenAI's policy chief says AI companies 'need to do a much better job' talking about AI as industry leaders face personal attacks | Fortune

AI's impact on labor is polarizing, with increasing backlash and violence against proponents of the technology.
Artificial intelligence
fromTheregister
2 days ago

Make bad moves on AI and face voter backlash, govts warned

The UK government must demonstrate AI benefits to the public to mitigate backlash and concerns over job losses and risks associated with the technology.
Artificial intelligence
fromMedium
2 days ago

Autopilot, agentic AI, and the dangers of imperfect metaphors

Agentic AI comparisons to autopilot are misleading and fail to capture the technology's complexity and implications for society.
#sam-altman
Media industry
fromThe Verge
2 days ago

Ronan Farrow on Sam Altman's "unconstrained" relationship with the truth

Ronan Farrow's reporting reveals complexities in Sam Altman's character and the rapid rise of OpenAI under his leadership.
Media industry
fromThe Verge
2 days ago

Ronan Farrow on Sam Altman's "unconstrained" relationship with the truth

Ronan Farrow's reporting reveals complexities in Sam Altman's character and the rapid rise of OpenAI under his leadership.
Law
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Australian federal court warns lawyers over unacceptable' use of AI

The federal court of Australia warns against using generative AI in legal proceedings due to risks of inaccuracies and potential legal consequences.
#corporate-jargon
Marketing
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

Liking corporate BS may be a sign you're bad at decision-making, Cornell expert finds | Fortune

Corporate jargon can mislead and impair decision-making, as shown by research on receptivity to corporate bulls-t.
Philosophy
fromTheregister
3 weeks ago

Calling out corporate BS? There's a steaming pile to aim for

Corporate jargon impresses those least equipped for analytical thinking, confirming biases while also serving essential functions in specific contexts.
Marketing
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

Liking corporate BS may be a sign you're bad at decision-making, Cornell expert finds | Fortune

Corporate jargon can mislead and impair decision-making, as shown by research on receptivity to corporate bulls-t.
Philosophy
fromTheregister
3 weeks ago

Calling out corporate BS? There's a steaming pile to aim for

Corporate jargon impresses those least equipped for analytical thinking, confirming biases while also serving essential functions in specific contexts.
Psychology
fromEntrepreneur
5 days ago

How Calling Out Problems Makes You the Most Trusted Leader

Effective leadership is defined by how problems are framed and handled, not by the intensity of the issues faced.
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
1 day ago

There Are Signs of a Massive AI Backlash

Public outrage against the tech industry's AI focus is escalating, leading to protests and political backlash against data centers and AI development.
Healthcare
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

Dignity as a competitive business model

Healthcare affordability is forcing families to delay care, highlighting the need for dignity-centered care models that prioritize patient respect and community health.
Law
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

Legal Ethics Roundup: Billing 34.5 Hours In A Day, New ABA Recusal Opinion, Shortcomings In SCOTUS Ethics Rules, Pro Se AI Sanctions, Extra Time For Bar Exam, Purging Immigration Judges & More - Above the Law

Lawyers must disclose information that could lead to a judge's disqualification, balancing this with client confidentiality obligations.
#hypocrisy
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Firms with more women in top roles more likely to dismiss abusive men, study finds

Companies with a higher number of women in senior roles are significantly more likely to dismiss male perpetrators of abuse against female colleagues, according to recent analysis.
Women in technology
Law
fromDigiday
6 days ago

Creator scandals have turned morality clauses into brands' go-to exit strategy

Brands use morality clauses to terminate partnerships with creators when they become liabilities, allowing unilateral power without explanation.
fromPhilosophynow
2 weeks ago

Life Sacrifice

The widespread practice of showing the Eid Al Adha slaughtering to children can desensitize them to violence, as many families take pride in this tradition.
Philosophy
#openai
fromFuturism
6 days ago
Artificial intelligence

OpenAI Staffers Horrified When Senior Leadership Hatched "Insane" Plan to Pit World Governments Against Each Other

Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
6 days ago

Why Does It Suddenly Feel Like OpenAI Is Melting Down Into Disaster?

OpenAI is preparing for a potential IPO with a valuation of up to $1 trillion, despite facing significant challenges and controversies this year.
Law
fromFuturism
6 days ago

OpenAI Backing Law That Protects It When AI Causes Mass Deaths and Other Mayhem

Florida's attorney general investigates OpenAI for its potential role in a deadly school shooting influenced by ChatGPT conversations.
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
6 days ago

OpenAI Staffers Horrified When Senior Leadership Hatched "Insane" Plan to Pit World Governments Against Each Other

OpenAI leaders proposed a controversial plan to leverage geopolitical tensions for profit, alarming staff and raising ethical concerns.
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
6 days ago

Why Does It Suddenly Feel Like OpenAI Is Melting Down Into Disaster?

OpenAI is preparing for a potential IPO with a valuation of up to $1 trillion, despite facing significant challenges and controversies this year.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
2 days ago

Most of you are rejecting AI. The data shows you're running out of time | Fortune

A significant majority of workers are avoiding AI tools despite expectations for AI integration in financial applications.
fromEngadget
2 days ago

Meta isn't setting its Oversight Board free just yet

The Oversight Board has taken steps to formalize its long-contemplated desire to work with other companies, but Meta has thus far declined to move forward with that process.
Artificial intelligence
Artificial intelligence
fromAbove the Law
4 days ago

What Lawyers Need To Know About Anthropic's Mythos - Above the Law

Anthropic's new AI model, Claude Mythos, uncovers significant security vulnerabilities, raising concerns about its potential impact on cybersecurity.
Philosophy
fromThe Conversation
1 month ago

Moral metrics: Are corporate algorithms becoming our new moral authorities?

Metrics and algorithms increasingly define moral behavior and personal worth, replacing traditional religious and cultural frameworks that historically guided ethical standards.
Business
fromHarvard Business Review
1 month ago

Why CEOs Dive Into Political Controversies

Leaders' personal beliefs and internal stakeholders, not customers or media, most strongly drive corporate political positioning, creating risks to brand equity and financial performance.
Philosophy
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

The former archdeacon looking to put limits on AI with an ethical code: The problems posed today have been the subject of theological reflection for hundreds of years'

Lyndon Drake bridges theology, AI ethics, and capital markets through the Oxford Oath for AI Practitioners, prioritizing human dignity and common good over technical efficiency in artificial intelligence development.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

How and Why We Cross Lines We Never Thought We Would

Gradual adaptation in relationships can imperceptibly shift personal boundaries, causing people to cross lines they once believed inviolable through a series of small, seemingly harmless adjustments.
Environment
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Four questions that will determine the future of business for good

Consumers continue supporting purposeful companies and plan to increase socially responsible spending despite economic, political, and global uncertainties.
fromemptywheel
1 month ago

Morality is a Long Game - emptywheel

He took it, managed to decipher my terrible penmanship, and wrote me a reply. I didn't ask him weighty questions about politics, I think I probably asked his favorite color. People's favorite color was a major interest for me when I was eleven. He wrote some questions for me, (perhaps also my favorite color, which was blue.) and soon we were in a conversation, the kind of sweet conversation where a thoughtful grown-up pays attention to a child.
US politics
Marketing tech
fromExchangewire
2 months ago

The Stack: AI and Accountability

Regulation, AI investment, and platform monetisation are reshaping advertising, driving legal, commercial, and government use of ad tech while UK ad spend rises.
Business
fromHarvard Business Review
2 months ago

Where to Look for Ethical Risk Inside a Company

Unchecked integrity gaps—overlooked conflicts of interest, offensive behavior, or aggressive sales practices—can escalate into severe reputational and financial harm.
fromFast Company
1 month ago

How leaders can make ethical choices when the rules fall short

Research finds that relying on regulations to determine your policies and procedures can result in ethical blindspots, or situations where people might think if there is not a rule for something, that it's permissible. After years of shifting towards values and culture-based compliance, leadership might be heading the opposite direction.
Philosophy
Philosophy
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

What We Get Wrong About Human Dignity

Dignity is inherent and unconditional; making dignity conditional, earned, or reduced to niceness or status destroys true human worth and respect.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Why You Can't Rely on Your Own Morality Alone

What does it mean to say that you are restrained solely by your own morality, by your own mind? The conscience is often described as an inner voice telling us what to do when others may be opposed. A moral compass is that which distinguishes between right and wrong, good and bad. Our conscience, our moral compass, sets the groundwork for doing the right thing.
Philosophy
Philosophy
fromThe Conversation
1 month ago

I'm a philosopher who tries to see the best in others - but I know there are limits

Interpreting others charitably—seeing them as protagonists who do their best—promotes understanding, cooperation, and productive learning across differences.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

I'm finding it difficult to live up to my morals. How do I know when it's OK to compromise?

I'm finding it difficult living up to my morals where is the line between compromising a little, versus becoming complicit in what I don't agree with? I'm one of those people who believes we can each take a role in solving big problems, and that we should try to make things better where we can. For this reason, I've ended up working in public service and try to reduce how much meat I eat. I'm vegetarian 60% of the time, which is not perfect, but I believe doing something is better than doing nothing.
Philosophy
Philosophy
fromApaonline
2 months ago

The Threats of CEO Activism to the Democratic Process

Right-wing CEO activism surged after 2024, intensifying concerns about threats to democratic processes and shifting scholarly attitudes toward CEO political speech.
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Why a lack of governance will hurt companies using agentic AI

Businesses are acting fast to adopt agentic AI- artificial intelligence systems that work without human guidance-but have been much slower to put governance in place to oversee them, a new survey shows. That mismatch is a major source of risk in AI adoption. In my view, it's also a business opportunity. I'm a professor of management information systems at Drexel University's LeBow College of Business,
Artificial intelligence
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