In this episode of Fair Patterns, we dive deep into the ethical dimensions of artificial intelligence with none other than Luc Julia, a visionary computer scientist, innovator, and co-creator of Siri. Together, we explore the critical challenges and opportunities in designing AI systems that prioritize fairness, transparency, and user empowerment.

Luc shares his insights on the misuse of AI through dark patterns, the environmental impact of AI technologies, and the importance of balancing innovation with ethical responsibility. From his groundbreaking work in human-computer interaction to his perspectives on the future of AI, Luc emphasizes the role of education and collaboration in creating technology that truly serves humanity.

Join us as we uncover how AI can be a force for good—augmenting human intelligence, fostering trust, and elevating ethical standards in technology. Don’t miss this enlightening conversation with one of the leading minds in AI today.

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In this episode of Fair Patterns: Regain Your Freedom Online, we welcome Chandni Gupta, Deputy CEO and Digital Policy Director at the Consumer Policy Research Centre (CPRC), Australia’s leading consumer policy think tank. Chandni shares insights from CPRC’s 2022 report, Duped by Design, which revealed that 83% of Australians have experienced negative consequences from dark patterns—deceptive online designs that manipulate users.

We discuss how dark patterns not only lead to financial losses but also affect privacy, mental well-being, and consumer trust. Chandni highlights the legal gaps in Australia, where 8 out of 10 dark patterns remain legal, and contrasts this with stronger protections in the U.S. and Europe.

Chandni also emphasizes the role of businesses in improving the online experience by rethinking design practices to build trust. Finally, she shares insights from her Churchill Fellowship, which focuses on finding global solutions to protect consumers from digital harm.

For more insights, check out Chandni’s research and fellowship:

• Duped by Design – Manipulative online design: Dark patterns in Australia
• Let Me Out – Subscription trap practices in Australia
• Cost of managing your privacy
• Chandni’s Churchill Fellowship

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In this episode of "Fair Patterns: Regain Your Freedom Online," we are joined by Jennifer Dolan, Assistant Commissioner at the Irish Data Protection Commission (DPC), who oversees children's data protection. Jennifer discusses her path to data protection and the unique challenges regulators face in protecting children's privacy online, particularly with the implementation of the GDPR.

Jennifer emphasizes the importance of creating child-friendly data protection practices and highlights the dangers of dark patterns—manipulative design tactics that can mislead children into sharing more personal information than necessary. She advocates for greater transparency and education to help children understand their data rights and navigate the online world safely.

The episode also explores the need for collaboration among regulators, digital service providers, educators, and parents to improve children's digital literacy and safety online. Jennifer shares her vision for the future, where digital services are designed with children's rights in mind, creating a safer, more empowering online environment for young users.

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