What Is Digital Ethics by SIDIKA_ZEYNEP ZUBARI

20203431_3 — 2025-05-25 00:11:59 UTC

A breach of privacy begins when an individual's personal information is collected, shared or used without their consent. This limit may be different for each individual, but the basic principle is consent. It is unethical to collect or share data without the explicit consent of the individual.

Example:

Sharing a photo of you and a friend on social media without their permission is actually a violation of privacy. You may have good intentions, but doing so without her permission violates her right to privacy.

A breach of privacy begins when there is conscious negligence, even if there is no “intent to harm”. Especially in the digital environment, we should not be desensitized by the idea that “everyone is sharing”. Everyone has different limits, so we should not share without asking.

20203431_3 — 2025-05-25 00:21:55 UTC

Artificial intelligence is not inherently ethical or unethical. However, factors such as how it is developed, who uses it, and for what purpose determine whether it becomes an ethical tool or leads to unethical outcomes.

Example Situation:

If a student uses an AI tool to write their entire assignment and submits it as their own work, this raises serious concerns about academic integrity. On the other hand, if the same AI tool is used to brainstorm ideas or correct grammar, it would be considered a supportive and ethical use.

20203431_3 — 2025-05-25 00:24:38 UTC

Today, it's easy to access digital content, which increases the temptation to copy. But the key question is: Does intent justify the action?
If a student analyzes a source to understand the ideas and rewrites it in their own words, that supports learning. However, copying the exact text and submitting it as original work is clearly unethical and considered plagiarism.

I believe intent matters, but even with good intentions, if the action violates academic rules, it’s still unethical. Both intention and behavior should align with ethical standards.

20203431_3 — 2025-05-25 00:30:52 UTC

Today, nearly every digital platform tracks our data—what we watch, what we search, even where we are.
Many users are either unaware of this tracking or don’t take it seriously. But this data collection isn’t just for ads; it can also mean a serious invasion of privacy.

Example:

A free app requests access to your location and microphone. Clicking “I agree” takes seconds, but understanding the consequences might take years.

I believe that even when people are aware of being tracked, they are not fully conscious of the implications. Without stronger digital literacy, this awareness will remain superficial.

20203431_3 — 2025-05-25 00:35:09 UTC