Conversations in Ethical Tech

The Ethical Tech Project

Join Dr. Maritza Johnson and Jonathan Joseph on "Conversations in Ethical Tech," where they explore the critical issues surrounding ethical data use. Through engaging discussions with leading experts, they tackle the complexities of technology, privacy, and governance and take you on a journey through the ethical dimensions of our tech-driven society - centered on the data that powers it. This podcast is your backstage pass to the latest in tech ethics, privacy, and governance. news.ethicaltechproject.org

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  1. 14/06/2024

    What Are 'Dark Patterns'?

    Join Ethical Tech Project Board Member Dr. Maritza Johnson and Board Advisor Jonathan Joseph (AKA ‘JJ’) for “Conversations in Ethical Tech!” Thanks for reading The Ethical Tech Project! Subscribe for free to receive new posts. In this episode, JJ and Maritza explore the concept of dark patterns, meaning deceptive design practices that manipulate users into taking actions they didn't intend to. How does the choice architecture of the tech products you use impact your personal privacy and data protection? Find out more about hidden privacy policies, misleading consent buttons, and nagging prompts. How can good product design and business outcomes be balanced against avoiding deceptive practices? Learn a few common-sense suggestions that you can take as a developer, leader, or consumer, including providing feedback to companies, filing complaints with regulatory bodies, and raising awareness about dark patterns. Thank you for reading The Ethical Tech Project. This post is public so feel free to share it. What We’re Reading on Ethical Tech This Week * The Problem Is… - What You Need to Know About the AI Alignment Problem * The Ethical Tech Project - Is Programmatic Advertising a Threat to Democracy? * Digiday - WTF is a financial media network? * Tech Monitor - Meta training AI products through user data breaks European law, claim activists * The Record - A top FTC official on the consumer privacy message the agency is sending to industry * Digiday - What it will take for advertisers to finally get ready to let go of the third-party cookie Thank you for reading The Ethical Tech Project. This post is public so feel free to share it. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit news.ethicaltechproject.org

    26 min
  2. The Impact of a Federal Privacy Law

    31/05/2024

    The Impact of a Federal Privacy Law

    Join Ethical Tech Project Board Member Dr. Maritza Johnson and Board Advisor Jonathan Joseph (AKA ‘JJ’) for “Conversations in Ethical Tech!” In this episode, JJ and Maritza dig into the recently proposed American Privacy Rights Act (read our initial reactions in this blog post). What will the impact be on business, and why will it mean more businesses adopt data minimization? Does the regulation cover dark patterns? Why are we surprised at the inclusion of a private right of action for consumers in a major privacy bill? JJ and Maritza break down the principles in clear terms that are helpful for privacy professionals and intelligible for the average citizen alike. Thank you for reading The Ethical Tech Project! Please consider sharing it! Are you a techie looking to build a more private, ethical Internet? Take our survey! What We’re Reading on Ethical Tech This Week * Information Week: Data Privacy in the Age of AI Means Moving Beyond Buzzwords by Dr. Maritza Johnson * Privacy is possible, but only if companies move beyond empty promises and commit to ethical data practices. * The Ethical Tech Project: Privacy Goes to Washington * Our Takeaways from the Draft American Privacy Rights Act * AdAge - Data Privacy - Why Brands Must Do More to Protect Consumers' Personal Information  * Consumers still need stronger protection against ‘surveillance capitalism’ * Wired - The US Is Forming a Global AI Safety Network With Key Allies * How will this international AI safety network impact the development and use of AI technologies worldwide? * Politico - Vermont’s data privacy law sparks state lawmaker alliance against tech lobbyists * Could Vermont's bold move inspire a nationwide movement to challenge tech lobbyists and strengthen privacy laws? * The Record - Grindr's chief privacy officer on the dating app's data controversies * How will Grindr’s new privacy chief improve data safety and user trust for the LGBTQ+ community? * TechCrunch - UK data protection watchdog ends privacy probe of Snap’s GenAI chatbot, but warns industry * What privacy risks does the UK watchdog see on the horizon for tech companies following the Snap GenAI chatbot investigation? * Intelligent Insurer - Privacy and data protection have big impact on US cyber insurance market, says Kynd survey * How are privacy and data protection concerns transforming the US cyber insurance market according to the latest Kynd survey? * WH - Maryland and Nebraska Adopt Comprehensive Privacy Laws * How will Maryland and Nebraska's new privacy laws, allowing residents to sue for data misuse and demand transparency, impact businesses and consumer rights? * Spiceworks - Wall Street Data Security Regulations Updated by US SEC * How will the SEC’s revamped data security rules impact Wall Street's ability to defend against sophisticated cyber attacks? Upcoming Events In NYC For #TechWeek? Join Us At Our Publisher’s Breakfast on Wednesday, 6/5 This exclusive event, designed for technologists, marketers, and legal professionals from publishing and media organizations, aims to spotlight the importance of responsible data practices and how they pave the way for meaningful data monetization and advertiser trust.  ​Prioritizing responsible data practices enables publishers to build deeper relationships with advertising partners that want to target permissioned audiences, in addition to enabling key DTC use cases like personalization, analytics, and retargeting.  In an era where publishers are navigating the complex landscape of data mobilization and monetization, this timely event provides a forum to discuss this challenge and opportunity with industry experts, peers, and new colleagues.  Register Here: https://lu.ma/iilwurkl This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit news.ethicaltechproject.org

    42 min
  3. 24/04/2024

    Exploring Data Privacy & AI

    Join Ethical Tech Project Board Member Dr. Maritza Johnson and Board Advisor Jonathan Joseph (AKA ‘JJ’) on the first-ever episode of “Conversations in Ethical Tech!” JJ and Maritza dive into what makes the Ethical Tech Project tick and why pushing for a more ethical internet is critical. They chat about data privacy, the effects of AI, and just how fast technology is changing. The duo also touches on how data-driven marketing has evolved, exploring the relationship between brands and consumers. They underline the need for people to have more control over their data and stress the importance of transparency in how it's used. Wrapping up, they discuss AI's potential risks and benefits and what it could mean for all of us. Listen now! What We’re Reading on Ethical Tech This Week * CPO Magazine - Unpacking the Executive Order on Data Privacy: A Deeper Dive for Industry Professionals * The Verge - Telehealth firm Cerebral fined $7 million over ‘careless’ privacy violations * Digiday - WTF is the American Privacy Rights Act * SCMagazine - New online data privacy legislation examined * NY Times - A.I.'s Data Wall, a Surprise Privacy Bill, and What Happened to the TikTok Ban? * Bloomberg - Trudeau Unveils $1.8 Billion Package for Canada’s AI Sector * The Guardian - ‘What we’re seeing is not telehealth’: alarm over doctors using AI and prescribing without seeing patients Thanks for reading The Ethical Tech Project! Subscribe for free to receive new posts. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit news.ethicaltechproject.org

    21 min

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Join Dr. Maritza Johnson and Jonathan Joseph on "Conversations in Ethical Tech," where they explore the critical issues surrounding ethical data use. Through engaging discussions with leading experts, they tackle the complexities of technology, privacy, and governance and take you on a journey through the ethical dimensions of our tech-driven society - centered on the data that powers it. This podcast is your backstage pass to the latest in tech ethics, privacy, and governance. news.ethicaltechproject.org