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What is the main difference between the Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) of the Sumerian period and those of the period between Johann Gutenberg and Alan Turing?
What is the main difference between the Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) of the Sumerian period and those of the period between Johann Gutenberg and Alan Turing?
What is the main impact of ICTs on contemporary society, as described in the text?
What is the main impact of ICTs on contemporary society, as described in the text?
Why is the current technological revolution referred to as the 4th Industrial Revolution?
Why is the current technological revolution referred to as the 4th Industrial Revolution?
What is the main point of the statement "It is the context of business today" regarding the 4th Industrial Revolution?
What is the main point of the statement "It is the context of business today" regarding the 4th Industrial Revolution?
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What are the two instances in which cultural diversity challenges business ethics, according to Mele' (2009)?
What are the two instances in which cultural diversity challenges business ethics, according to Mele' (2009)?
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What are some key aspects of the 4th Industrial Revolution that have implications for society?
What are some key aspects of the 4th Industrial Revolution that have implications for society?
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What are the four approaches to dealing with cultural diversity in business ethics?
What are the four approaches to dealing with cultural diversity in business ethics?
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What is one of the key disagreements about AI that the author highlights?
What is one of the key disagreements about AI that the author highlights?
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Which of the following statements accurately reflects the text's perspective on the impact of ICTs?
Which of the following statements accurately reflects the text's perspective on the impact of ICTs?
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What is the main implication of the author's statement "Ethical neutrality does not exist!"?
What is the main implication of the author's statement "Ethical neutrality does not exist!"?
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What is the relationship between "hyperhistory" and the 4th Industrial Revolution, as presented in the text?
What is the relationship between "hyperhistory" and the 4th Industrial Revolution, as presented in the text?
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What is the primary focus of the text regarding the 4th Industrial Revolution?
What is the primary focus of the text regarding the 4th Industrial Revolution?
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Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a potential impact of AI on human work?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a potential impact of AI on human work?
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What does the "problem of many hands" refer to in the context of AI ethics?
What does the "problem of many hands" refer to in the context of AI ethics?
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According to Mele' (2009), what is the primary challenge to business ethics posed by cultural diversity?
According to Mele' (2009), what is the primary challenge to business ethics posed by cultural diversity?
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What is the main message conveyed in the text about the future of work?
What is the main message conveyed in the text about the future of work?
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What is the purpose of the provided link to "https://openai.com/blog/chatgpt"?
What is the purpose of the provided link to "https://openai.com/blog/chatgpt"?
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Which of the following is NOT an approach to dealing with cultural diversity in business ethics, according to the text?
Which of the following is NOT an approach to dealing with cultural diversity in business ethics, according to the text?
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What is the significance of the Morgan Stanley Next Best Action case?
What is the significance of the Morgan Stanley Next Best Action case?
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What is the key takeaway from the article " What ethics can say on artificial intelligence: Insights from a systematic literature review"?
What is the key takeaway from the article " What ethics can say on artificial intelligence: Insights from a systematic literature review"?
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What does cultural relativism state?
What does cultural relativism state?
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Which of the following is a criticism of cultural relativism?
Which of the following is a criticism of cultural relativism?
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What is one reason why cultural relativism may not be suitable for business activity?
What is one reason why cultural relativism may not be suitable for business activity?
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What are the two shared principles that allow a market to function?
What are the two shared principles that allow a market to function?
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What is the main concern about the application of cultural relativism to business?
What is the main concern about the application of cultural relativism to business?
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According to the content, how can cultural diversity impact moral judgment within different cultural groups?
According to the content, how can cultural diversity impact moral judgment within different cultural groups?
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Which of these is NOT a criticism of cultural relativism as mentioned in the content?
Which of these is NOT a criticism of cultural relativism as mentioned in the content?
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Why does the content suggest that some moral rules are common to all societies?
Why does the content suggest that some moral rules are common to all societies?
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Which of the following is NOT a key characteristic of Moderate Universalism?
Which of the following is NOT a key characteristic of Moderate Universalism?
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Which of the following is NOT a source for the Ten Principles of the United Nations Global Compact?
Which of the following is NOT a source for the Ten Principles of the United Nations Global Compact?
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Which of the following best describes the concept of 'Stewardship for the environment' discussed in the text?
Which of the following best describes the concept of 'Stewardship for the environment' discussed in the text?
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Which of the following is an example of an international standard for business?
Which of the following is an example of an international standard for business?
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Which of the following statements best reflects the connection between the Golden Rule and Moderate Universalism?
Which of the following statements best reflects the connection between the Golden Rule and Moderate Universalism?
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Which of the following statements accurately reflects the text's perspective on the relationship between cultural diversity and business ethics?
Which of the following statements accurately reflects the text's perspective on the relationship between cultural diversity and business ethics?
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Which of the following is NOT an example of a common moral intuition discussed in the text?
Which of the following is NOT an example of a common moral intuition discussed in the text?
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Which of the following statements accurately reflects the relationship between the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the UN Global Compact?
Which of the following statements accurately reflects the relationship between the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the UN Global Compact?
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According to Schwab (2017), what is one effect of the Fourth Industrial Revolution on business across industries?
According to Schwab (2017), what is one effect of the Fourth Industrial Revolution on business across industries?
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Which time period is associated with the production innovation of 'Mass Production'?
Which time period is associated with the production innovation of 'Mass Production'?
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What production innovation is attributed to the late 18th – early 19th Century?
What production innovation is attributed to the late 18th – early 19th Century?
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What is the main argument regarding the Fourth Industrial Revolution's impact on inequality, according to Schwab (2017)?
What is the main argument regarding the Fourth Industrial Revolution's impact on inequality, according to Schwab (2017)?
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What is the primary focus of the chapter titled 'The Technology' mentioned in the content?
What is the primary focus of the chapter titled 'The Technology' mentioned in the content?
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Which of these is not an effect of the Fourth Industrial Revolution on business, as mentioned by Schwab (2017)?
Which of these is not an effect of the Fourth Industrial Revolution on business, as mentioned by Schwab (2017)?
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Which time period is associated with the production innovation of 'Digitalization of processes'?
Which time period is associated with the production innovation of 'Digitalization of processes'?
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What is the chapter titled The Technology
written by Coeckelbergh, M. (2020) primarily aiming to do?
What is the chapter titled The Technology
written by Coeckelbergh, M. (2020) primarily aiming to do?
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Agricultural Technologies
Agricultural Technologies
Technological advancements in farming that increased productivity and efficiency.
Sumerian ICTs
Sumerian ICTs
Information and Communication Technologies developed by the Sumerians that enabled recording and transmitting information.
Processing Capabilities
Processing Capabilities
The ability to process information, which evolved from basic recording and transmitting to more complex computations.
Johann Gutenberg
Johann Gutenberg
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Alan Turing
Alan Turing
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4th Industrial Revolution
4th Industrial Revolution
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Global Impact
Global Impact
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Moral Agency in Business
Moral Agency in Business
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Fourth Industrial Revolution
Fourth Industrial Revolution
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Impact on customer expectations
Impact on customer expectations
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Data-enhanced products
Data-enhanced products
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New partnerships
New partnerships
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Transforming operating models
Transforming operating models
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Wealth inequality
Wealth inequality
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AI Ethics
AI Ethics
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Technological Change
Technological Change
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Nature of Humanity
Nature of Humanity
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Impact on Work
Impact on Work
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Moral Agency in AI
Moral Agency in AI
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Problem of Many Hands
Problem of Many Hands
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Ethical Neutrality
Ethical Neutrality
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Future of Work
Future of Work
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AI and Creativity
AI and Creativity
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Cultural Diversity
Cultural Diversity
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Business Ethics
Business Ethics
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Moral Conflict
Moral Conflict
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Cultural Relativism
Cultural Relativism
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Cultural Imperialism
Cultural Imperialism
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Cultural Pluralism
Cultural Pluralism
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Universal Principles
Universal Principles
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Mele’s Assertion
Mele’s Assertion
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Ethical Relativism
Ethical Relativism
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Criticisms of Cultural Relativism
Criticisms of Cultural Relativism
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Common Values in Business
Common Values in Business
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Historical Influence on Morality
Historical Influence on Morality
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Moral Progress
Moral Progress
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Essential Moral Rules
Essential Moral Rules
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Absolute Universalism
Absolute Universalism
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Moderate Universalism
Moderate Universalism
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Human Dignity
Human Dignity
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Golden Rule
Golden Rule
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Stewardship for the environment
Stewardship for the environment
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Universal Declaration for Human Rights
Universal Declaration for Human Rights
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United Nations Global Compact
United Nations Global Compact
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Ten Principles of UN Global Compact
Ten Principles of UN Global Compact
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Study Notes
Course Title and Details
- Course Title: Ethics for Business and Technology
- Course Code: BAA1029
- Instructor: Dr. Marta Rocchi
- Year: 2025
Course Outline
- Fourth Industrial Revolution: The Context of Business Today
- Cultural Diversity
- Cultural Relativism, Cultural Imperialism, Pluralism, and Universalism
- International Standards for Business
- International Standards for Technology
References
- Coeckelbergh, M. (2020). Al Ethics. The MIT Press.
- Davenport, T. H., & Miller, S. M. (2022). Working with Al: Real Stories of Human-Machine Collaboration. The MIT Press.
- Floridi, L. (2014). The 4th Revolution: How the Infosphere Is Reshaping Human Reality. Oxford University Press.
- Schwab, K. (2017). The Fourth Industrial Revolution. Penguin.
Time – Prehistory, History, Hyperhistory
- Chapter 1 of Floridi's book, "The Fourth Industrial Revolution," was discussed in class as context for the module.
- The invention and development of information and communication technologies (ICTs) marked a significant transition from prehistory to history.
- Humanity entered into history when systems were developed to record and accumulate information.
- History is synonymous with the information age.
- The current era, characterized by hyperhistory, is defined by a profound dependence on ICTs.
Why 4th Industrial Revolution
- It's the context of business today.
- Transforms daily life, work, and business.
- Impacts business globally.
- Changes production, consumption, transportation, and delivery systems.
- Impacts society, government, and education.
- Impacts the concept of moral agency in business.
1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Industrial Revolutions
- 1st: Steam Engine, 18th Century, focused on production mechanization.
- 2nd: Electricity, Early 19-20th Century, focused on mass production.
- 3rd: Computers and digitalization of processes, Latter Half of the 20th Century.
- 4th: Intelligent systems, AI, big data, Internet of Things, Early 21st Century.
Impact on Business
- Customer expectations are changing and are data-driven.
- Products are enhanced by data, improving business productivity.
- New partnerships are formed, stressing the importance of collaboration.
- Business operating models are being transformed into entirely digital models.
4th Industrial Revolution - Inequalities
- The 4th Industrial Revolution's beneficiaries are providers of intellectual or physical capital.
- This contributes to a widening gap in wealth between labor-dependent and capital-owning individuals.
Your Reading - Chapter 5 - The Technology
- Read Chapter 5 on technology in the specified text.
AI Ethics
- Chapter 5 of the text by Coeckelbergh.
- Deep disagreements exist regarding human nature, intelligence, consciousness, and other aspects related to the human condition.
- Issues like the accountability of AI systems, the ethical neutrality of systems, and many-hands problems are important considerations for ethics in the context.
EU AI Act 2024
- Three risk categories exist, according to the EU AI Act 2024: unacceptable, high, limited, and minimal.
Cultural Diversity in Business
- Cultural diversity is a fact.
- It's important to address cultural diversity, as it's relevant to business ethics.
- Differences in moral or religious beliefs and values can clash with the dominant workplace culture.
- Conducting business in different cultural contexts presents challenges.
- Values to consider: cultural relativism, cultural imperialism, pluralism, universalism.
Cultural Relativism
- Moral principles and justifications vary across cultures.
- Universal moral values may not exist.
- Judging different cultures based on one's own values is problematic.
- Critiques exist, as it may not account for moral progress.
Cultural Imperialism
- One culture's dominance over another.
- Cultural imperialism occurs when a dominant culture imposes its values and practices on other cultures.
- Businesses practicing this form of imperialism are compared to neo-colonialism.
Pluralism
- Acknowledges the existence of different moral views within a given society.
- Seeks a consensus on shared principles.
Universalism
- Universal values and principles transcend specific cultures.
- These universal values can help define and promote fairness and ethical conduct.
Common Moral Intuitions
- Respect for human dignity
- The "golden rule" of treating others as one would want to be treated.
- Responsibility to care for the environment. Also mentioned in UN rights.
International Standards for Business
- The United Nations Global Compact provides principles for responsible management.
- Business education programs that uphold global responsible practices are also a key part of it.
- The International Labour Organization's work standards can also be included.
International Standards for Technology
- The EU AI Act 2024 establishes categories for AI risk levels, from unacceptable to minimal.
Future of Work
- Readings related to the future of work, such as cases studies of the effects of AI on business will be included in the course.
Work - Not a Task-Performing Activity
- Work is an empowering practice.
- Reframing the way that we think about how AI may affect work is needed.
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Test your knowledge on the evolution of Information and Communication Technologies from the Sumerian period to the 4th Industrial Revolution. This quiz covers the impacts of technological advancements on contemporary society and ethical considerations in business. Explore key aspects and challenges in the new digital age.