Starter discussions

Should people own the data used to train a digital replica of them? A convincing replica of your voice or behavior should require your control.

Should software companies pay users when an update disables purchased features? Buying a device should not mean renting whatever features the company still likes.

Should AI-generated political satire require permanent labels? A joke should not become convincing fake evidence when detached from its original context.

Should schools replace take-home essays with supervised writing? Assessment should show what students can actually produce themselves.

Should AI assistants refuse to imitate a deceased partner? Grief should not become a market for endless simulated relationships.

Should digital access become a guaranteed public utility? Essential participation supports universal service, while funding and control require careful choices.

Should robots pay a tax when they replace workers? Revenue could support transitions, but defining replacement may discourage beneficial investment.

Should self-driving cars prioritize passengers over pedestrians in unavoidable crashes? Competing interests expose the difficulty of turning ethical judgments into rules designed by man… See more

Should autonomous weapons be prohibited from selecting human targets? Speed and precision claims cannot replace questions about accountability and meaningful human control.

Should people have a right to repair every electronic device they own? Ownership supports repair freedom, while manufacturers raise safety, security, and intellectual-property concerns.

Should software updates that remove purchased features require refunds? Customers may see lost value, while companies may cite security or operational reasons for change.

Should companies be forced to keep old devices usable for longer? Longevity reduces replacement pressure, but support requires ongoing resources and technical maintenance.