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Safe or Sentient? Balancing Technology's Benefits and Risks

The Aspen Institute via YouTube

Overview

Explore the complex interplay between technology, society, and human nature in this thought-provoking 53-minute panel discussion from The Aspen Institute's Ideas Festival. Delve into crucial questions about designing and controlling technology to enhance our lives, economy, and culture while preserving individuality, privacy, and societal trust. Join experts Vivian Schiller, Tom Wilson, Frank McCourt, and Alexandra Reeve Givens as they examine topics such as data ownership, privacy concerns, the business case for regulation, and the concept of data as property. Gain insights into advocacy efforts, consumer empowerment, and practical tips for navigating the digital landscape. Reflect on the impact of technology on mental health and consider the implications for future generations in this engaging exploration of our rapidly evolving technological world.

Syllabus

Introduction
Why do you care about privacy
Ownership and control
Data and harms
Who owns your data
Business case for regulation
Free cost of goods sold
Data as property
Advocacy
What can consumers do
Concrete tips
Question time
Mental health
The Next Generation

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The Aspen Institute

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