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1) Technologies such as google glass and smart watches are coming into the workplace

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1) Technologies such as google glass and smart watches are coming into the workplace. Given the intrusive natures of these technologies it is easy for employees to take videos or photographs of other people at work and share it with others. What ethical issues arise from the use of wearable technologies in workplaces?
2) Smart phones are being used by nurses for clinical communications and workflow in hospitals. Using smart phones to record patient data introduces ethical issues involving patient privacy. Identify what privacy risks arise in such a context and explain the risks in detail.
3) Driverless car technology has attracted significant interest in manufacturing industry over recent years. Identify what ethical issues arise from use of driverless cars. Will you embrace this emerging technology from an ethical perspective?
4) Cyberbullying has been a significant issue globally over the past few years. Cybertechnology has exacerbated this problem owing to the proliferation of mobile applications in the marketplace. You receive notification from a third party inviting you to participate in an event. You are not sure how they received your details. Discuss what security issues arise owing to the sharing of too much personal information on social media.