I speak and teach on the topic of digital ethics, and help my clients realise the value of good-hearted tech in all endeavors. I apply a human rights perspective to the field of human-computer interaction, showing how it's possible to build tech that promotes wellbeing, or resist when it doesn't.
I read the executive order on AI from the White House, wrote a summary and used an AI-powered video generator to create the appearance of me presenting it. In accordance with suggestions in the order, the video is clearly labeled. 🗒️Note: Everyone calls this an executive order on AI, but...
In the one-minute video below I am speaking seven languages. In truth, I can speak two of those. None of the audio is actually me speaking, even if it sounds very much like my voice. And the video? Despite what it looks like, that’s not me moving my mouth....
Understand the stages of machine learning where bias can, and often will, contribute to harm.
When humans adapt to technology they add obstacles to access content.
Some tasks that are being handed over to automation should arguably never have been tasks in the first place. Or should at least be revised regularly. But instead of questioning and reinventing tasks, many will now be automated to run perpetually. And with no human involved, why would someone then...
When we can no longer control where our face appears, what happens to our perception of identity?
Computations will “estimate” your aim, tend to miss the nail and push for a different design. Often unnoticeably.
Let's talk about harm caused by humans implementing AI.
By understanding the challenges and opportunities involved when humans communicate with machines, you can anticipate and prevent undesirable behaviors and create more trustworthy systems.