Opening Keynote: Digital Technology and Ethics: the Impossible Equation?
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The keynote examines environmental, social and geopolitical harms caused by the digital revolution—from mining of minerals, planned obsolescence and bloated software to other lesser-known issues—and critiques the assumption that technology automatically improves life and the planet. It outlines concrete responsibilities for developers, consumers and citizens to promote a more ethical, responsible and lower-impact digital ecosystem.
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chapters (9)
- 0:00Digital impact introduction
- 5:26Electronic lifecycle
- 13:13Software obsolescence
- 16:10Digital ethics
- 23:08Social media issues
- 29:46Tax avoidance labor
- 33:20Sustainable tech solutions
- 44:56Device repair durability
- 50:29Conclusion call to action
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