The Hidden Power and Pitfalls of Technology Ethics in Our Digital Age #entrepreneurship #tech #ai

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I used to think technology was just a tool until I realized how profoundly it shapes our wellbeing, our security, and our future. In a recent conversation, Omar Chaudhry walked me through how smartphones, AI, and cybersecurity aren't just technical fields...they are deeply human issues. His story about how his own ADHD was both helped and harmed by tech hits the core of a vital question: How do we build a digital world that serves us, not just profits or predatory algorithms? We’re bombarded daily with notifications, misinformation, fatigue and many of us don’t see how this fatigue is exploited by hackers, or how AI’s energy drain impacts our planet. Omar emphasizes that purpose-driven tech is the key: tech built for us, not against us. His insights challenge us to think beyond convenience. Critical thinking, ethical use, and intentional design are not optional but essential. Because if we don’t shape the technology, someone else will. Maybe that’s the point. Worth thinking about.... Listen to the full conversation:https://open.spotify.com/episode/6ls4pwfZe6XJgkuCPY2zEJ?si=ec208c7f7d6c42fd