The Dissenter

#1058 Marc Steen: Ethics for People Who Work in Tech

Feb 13, 2025
Marc Steen, a senior research scientist at TNO and expert in Human-Centred Design, delves into the ethics of technology. He introduces a three-step approach for ethical reflection crucial for tech professionals. The discussion challenges traditional views on value in tech, critiques big tech’s alignment with societal interests, and tackles the complexities of ethical dilemmas like the trolley problem. Steen emphasizes the need for responsibility and proposes structured frameworks to foster informed discussions on technology's impact on society.
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