Evolving Landscape of Ethical Digital Technology

The growth of technology has led to increased attention to ethical issues in technology, with governments, organizations, universities, and research institutes dedicating resources to study these issues. Simon Rogerson's work has been instrumental in this effort, and this book is an anthology of his pioneering research in digital ethics. The book is structured into five themes: Journey, Process, Product, Future, and Education, with insights from younger leading academics included to ensure ethical digital technology is realized.

Format: Hardback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 17 September 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

In a world that is awash in ubiquitous technology,even the least tech-savvy know that we must take care how that technology affects individuals and society. That governments and organizations around the world now focus on these issues,that universities and research institutes in many different languages dedicate significant resources to study the issues,and that international professional organizations have adopted standards and directed resources toward ethical issues in technology is in no small part the result of the work of Simon Rogerson. – Chuck Huff,Professor of Social Psychology at Saint Olaf College,Northfield,Minnesota In 1995,Apple launched its first WWW server,Quick Time On-line. It was the year Microsoft released Internet Explorer and sold 7 million copies of Windows 95 in just 2 months. In March 1995,the author Simon Rogerson opened the first ETHICOMP conference with these words: We live in a turbulent society where there is social,political,economic and technological turbulence … it is causing a vast amount of restructuring within all these organisations which impacts on individuals,which impacts on the way

The rapid pace of technological advancement has brought about significant changes in the way we live, work, and interact with the world. While technology has undoubtedly brought about many benefits, it has also raised important ethical questions and concerns. One of the most pressing ethical issues in technology is the impact it has on individuals and society. In a world that is increasingly connected through digital networks, individuals are exposed to a vast amount of information and communication. This has led to concerns about privacy, surveillance, and the use of personal data. For example, the widespread use of social media platforms has raised questions about the extent to which companies and governments can collect and use personal information without consent. Another ethical issue in technology is the impact it has on employment and the economy. The rise the rise of automation and artificial intelligence has led to concerns about job displacement and the need for workers to acquire new skills to remain employable. This has led to calls for policies that promote job training and retraining, as well as for greater investment in education and research to ensure that workers are equipped with the skills they need to thrive in the digital age. Additionally, the rise of technology has raised concerns about the impact it has on social inequality and discrimination. For example, the use of algorithms and machine learning in hiring and lending decisions has been shown to perpetuate biases and discrimination against certain groups of people. This has led to calls for greater regulation and oversight of these technologies to ensure that they are fair and unbiased. Another ethical issue in technology is the impact it has on the environment. The use of fossil fuels and other non-renewable resources to power technology has led to concerns about climate change and the need for sustainable practices. This has led to calls for greater investment in renewable energy sources and the development of more sustainable technologies. In conclusion, the rapid pace of technological advancement has brought about significant changes in the way we live, work, and interact with the world. While technology has undoubtedly brought about many benefits, it has also raised important ethical questions and concerns. It is important for governments, organizations, and individuals to work together to address these issues and ensure that technology is developed and used in a way that is ethical, sustainable, and beneficial to all.

Weight: 810g
Dimension: 183 x 262 x 29 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032017211