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Has Digital Strategy Become A Synonym for Dark Pattern?

  • Design, Human factors, Privacy and Data Security, Short News, Strategy, UX Education

What started out as a joke became a personal observation of how creators and companies use dark patterns and explain it as a successful digital strategy. It seems that we are all alright with that and even applaud it. I think that needs to change.

Article by Robin Fransz
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Has Digital Strategy Become A Synonym for Dark Pattern?
  • The article sheds light on the pervasive use of dark patterns in digital design and challenges the acceptance and applause they receive.
  • With personal anecdotes and insights, the author underscores the need for change, ethical considerations, and data-driven decision-making to prioritize user advocacy.
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The Hidden Risks of Leveraging OpenAI’s GPT in Your Machine Learning Pipelines

  • Artificial Intelligence, Defining AI, New and Emerging Technologies, Privacy and Data Security, Research Methods and Techniques, Research Tools and Software

Discover four major risks that everyone should be aware of when incorporating generative AI into their ML modeling.

Article by Justin Swansburg
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The Hidden Risks of Leveraging OpenAI’s GPT in Your Machine Learning Pipelines
  • The article covers four major risks that everyone should be aware of when incorporating generative AI into their ML modeling:
    • Randomness
    • Target leakage
    • Hallucination
    • Topic Drift
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Breaking the Code: The Consequences of Ignoring Ethics in Design

  • Accessibility, Design, Privacy and Data Security, Things UX People Like, UX Education

Navigating the ethical minefield of design by understanding the importance of responsible design practices.

Article by Nate Schloesser
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Breaking the Code: The Consequences of Ignoring Ethics in Design
  • In the article, the author proves that designing digital products, services, and systems requires thoughtful consideration of social, ethical, and moral implications.
  • The following are some of the most important ethical issues in digital design:
    • Privacy;
    • Data protection;
    • Accessibility;
    • Fairness and non-discrimination;
    • Transparency;
    • Transparency in decision-making;
    • Responsible AI.
  • To ensure ethical design and development of digital technologies, the author suggests using the following practices:
    • Conducting user research and testing;
    • Incorporating diverse perspectives in the design process;
    • Clear and transparent communication with users;
    • Continual evaluation and improvement;
    • Consult with experts and follow the guidelines;
    • Adopt and follow a code of ethics.
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What privacy pros can learn from service design

  • Accessibility, Consumer products, Customer Experience, Design, Design Theory, Information Design and Architecture, Privacy and Data Security, Product design, Software as a Service, Technology, Technology for the Common Good, Usability

Things like technology, privacy, or accessibility aren’t plug-and-play components, but a vital part of what makes a service good for users.

Article by TJ Harrop, Tim de Sousa
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The Trials and Tribulations of the (Not So) Quick Pass #wtfUX

  • Consumer products, Design, E-commerce, Information Design and Architecture, Interface and Navigation Design, PopUX, Privacy and Data Security, Product design, Usability

Sometimes the process of paying roadway tolls online can feel worse than waiting in traffic.

Article by Josh Tyson
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Is It Time to Forget Big Data and Focus on Real People?

  • Analytics and Tracking, Content and Copy, Customer Experience, Data visualization, Design, Marketing and Brand, Personas, Privacy and Data Security, Ubiquitous Computing

Big data opens up whole world of insight for designers, but only if we focus on the actual users behind the numbers.

Article by Maya Nix
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