The 2019 Yearbook of the Digital Ethics Lab

This edited volume provides an overview of cutting-edge research areas in digital ethics, identifying new challenges and opportunities for influence. It covers topics such as conceptual metaphor theory, cybersecurity governance, cyber conflicts, anthropomorphism in AI, digital technologies for mental healthcare, data ethics in the asylum process, AI legitimacy and democratic deficit, digital afterlife industry, automatic prayer bots, and foresight analysis and the future of AI. The book is aimed at students, researchers, and professionals.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 144 pages
Publication date: 26 August 2021
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This edited collection provides a comprehensive overview of cutting-edge research areas within digital ethics, as defined by the Digital Ethics Lab at the University of Oxford. It identifies emerging challenges and opportunities for influence in shaping the direction of research in this field.

The yearbook explores a diverse range of topics, including:

Conceptual Metaphor Theory: This research examines how metaphors are used to understand and explain complex systems, with a particular focus on their role in shaping digital technologies and their ethical implications.

Cybersecurity Governance: This area examines the governance of cybersecurity, including the development of policies, regulations, and practices to protect against cyber threats and ensure the responsible use of digital technologies.

Cyber Conflicts: This research explores the ethical implications of cyber conflicts, including the use of cyber weapons, cyber espionage, and cyberattacks, and the ways in which they can impact human rights, international relations, and global security.

Anthropomorphism in AI: This research examines the ethical implications of giving AI human-like characteristics, such as intelligence, emotion, and consciousness, and the ways in which these characteristics can impact the development and deployment of AI technologies.

Digital Technologies for Mental Healthcare: This research explores the use of digital technologies, such as virtual reality, mobile apps, and online platforms, to provide mental healthcare and support individuals with mental health conditions.

Data Ethics in the Asylum Process: This research examines the ethical implications of using data in the asylum process, including the collection, analysis, and use of personal information and biometric data to determine asylum claims.

AI's Legitimacy and Democratic Deficit: This research examines the ethical challenges associated with the development and deployment of AI technologies, including the potential for bias, discrimination, and the loss of human jobs.

Digital Afterlife Industry: This research explores the emerging industry of digital afterlife services, including the creation of digital avatars, virtual memorials, and digital wills, and the ethical implications of these services.

Automatic Prayer Bots: This research examines the use of automatic prayer bots, which are software programs that provide religious advice and support to users, and the ethical implications of these technologies.

Foresight Analysis and the Future of AI: This research examines the use of foresight analysis to predict the ethical implications of AI technologies and the ways in which they can be used to promote ethical and responsible development.

This volume is intended for students, researchers, and professionals interested in digital ethics and the ethical implications of emerging technologies. It provides a valuable resource for those seeking to stay informed about the latest developments in this field and to engage in interdisciplinary dialogue and collaboration.

Weight: 250g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030291471
Edition number: 1st ed. 2020