Many applications seem to have the potential to be able to solve many environmental, social, and educational problems. These apps, in theory, are well-oriented, target key issues, and have the support of both public and private organizations that … Read more
Ethics
Is Cloud Computing Always More Sustainable?
At the heart of the cloud computing argument is the question of cloud sustainability. Is it more eco-friendly, or are we better off sticking to traditional computing approaches? And even if it is sustainable, is it enough to justify it? This article … Read more
How Can Coding Help the Environment?
How Green Is the Technology We Use? Green technology is the technology that does not hurt the environment. It can be recycling, using solar or wind power, or anything else. Some people might think that coding is not a green technology. However, … Read more
Why Developer Ethics Matters
Software is eating the world. We, developers and architects, are a major force influencing software, technology, and the world it creates. We don’t have the privilege of being unaware of our actions. If we really want to create a better world, we … Read more
The Challenge of Ethics in AI
We often hear the notion of ethics in AI thrown around with research such as autonomous cars and 'the trolley problem. An example is the creation of MIT's The Moral Machine, a platform for gathering a human perspective on moral decisions made by … Read more