Ethics in Technology: Balancing Innovation and Responsibility

This chapter explores the ethical implications of technology, featuring insights from a former Google design ethicist about the dangers of Silicon Valley's innovation culture. It discusses alarming cases of technology's negative impact on vulnerable individuals and critiques the attention economy while advocating for the establishment of ethical standards in tech development. The dialogue also considers the complexities of regulating artificial intelligence, emphasizing the necessity for a balanced approach to ensure responsible and humane technological advancement.