Summarize what economist Antonio Argandona says about information and data in the age of technology, and the moral requirements associated with that information.

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What will be an ideal response?

Answer 1

Economist Antonio Argandona contends that, if new technology is dependent on and has as its substance information and data, significant moral requirements should be imposed on that information. He suggests the following as necessary elements:

Truthfulness and accuracy: The person providing the information must ensure that it is truthful and accurate, at least to a reasonable degree.
Respect for privacy: The person receiving or accumulating information must take into account the ethical limits of individuals' (and organizations') privacy. This would include issues relating to company secrets, espionage, and intelligence gathering.
Respect for property and safety rights: Areas of potential vulnerability, including network security, sabotage, theft of information and impersonation, are enhanced and must therefore be protected.
Accountability: Technology allows for greater anonymity and distance, requiring a concurrent increased exigency for personal responsibility and accountability.