ETHICS COMMITTEE - BRAZIL - LYCEE SAJEV KÜÇÜK PRENS
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Student: YASEMIN ADA KARTAL
Country: BRAZIL
Committee: ETHICS COMMITTEE
Topic:
- How to fix the gaps in ultra-secure computer systems following global cyber- attacks?
- Drones: between technological solutions and ethical problems
- How to frame the ethical, security or legal uses of bionics?
Honorable Presidents, Dear Delegates,
As a delegation from Brazil, we are aware of the danger of cyber attacks in our computer systems and we are doing everything we can to solve this problem as quickly and efficiently as possible. A few years ago, the Brazilian Ministry of Youth and Sports was the target of several computer attacks by “opOlympic Hacking” which crashed many websites and caused chaos for sports, fans and organisers. Some hackers created fake and malicious websites where unwary users would register and unknowingly deliver their confidential information which later would be used by the hackers to empty their bank accounts. URL also include websites where customers are directed to purchases and payments. Fans coming to watch the Olympics in Brazil were informed by their banks of purchases happening in Brazil even before their arrival to the city Rio. This makes our country vulnerable because it prevents us from working and all our confidentiality is attacked. We intend to remedy all this and find strong solutions that will get rid of these problems: with technical answers (hardware and software) but also an effort on the human side. It is therefore necessary to equip our computers and digital technology with data protection systems, good backup management (frequency, hosting) without forgetting to educate and warn customers and employees. They need training, support and awareness of the sometimes unknown dangers encountered on the web. To avoid being in a difficult situation, and count the days to find a normal situation after a cyber attack, make this preventive aspect your priority.
As far as drones are concerned, as a delegation from Brazil we are aware that it is a machine that can be beneficial in our society but that can also harm our society. Indeed, the drone could provide in a moment a defibrillator in case of heart attack. It would save lives much faster than today. It has been used for some time in the tourism and real estate industry to make photos and videos, for example, properties for sale or lease. A robot drone can also follow you with a beacon or the GPS of your mobile phone to film you while skiing or mountain biking. A kind of narcissistic drone, which does not even require a pilot. Also drones can be used by our security and police to follow and search for the dangerous drug dealers and help in the process of catching them. On the other hand, there are disadvantages to its use. Indeed, the man does not act on what happens, it is the machine that takes care of everything. The man is replaced and can be overtaken by its speed. In view of the economic crisis that has affected us, we are not able to invest in this project, but in the future we think to do so because this technological innovation can really be beneficial in our society.
As far as bionics is concerned, we have to be careful that it is used wisely. Indeed, we can see that bionics can be used for medical purposes to make a hand for someone who lost it, for example. It can be used for artificial intelligence and to improve the abilities of man in his actions. As a delegation from Brazil, we plan to use bionics in the future for positive purposes, while respecting the nature of man and using it in a positive way. We refuse excessive use of this method.
Thank you for listening,
Country: BRAZIL
Committee: ETHICS COMMITTEE
Topic:
- How to fix the gaps in ultra-secure computer systems following global cyber- attacks?
- Drones: between technological solutions and ethical problems
- How to frame the ethical, security or legal uses of bionics?
Honorable Presidents, Dear Delegates,
As a delegation from Brazil, we are aware of the danger of cyber attacks in our computer systems and we are doing everything we can to solve this problem as quickly and efficiently as possible. A few years ago, the Brazilian Ministry of Youth and Sports was the target of several computer attacks by “opOlympic Hacking” which crashed many websites and caused chaos for sports, fans and organisers. Some hackers created fake and malicious websites where unwary users would register and unknowingly deliver their confidential information which later would be used by the hackers to empty their bank accounts. URL also include websites where customers are directed to purchases and payments. Fans coming to watch the Olympics in Brazil were informed by their banks of purchases happening in Brazil even before their arrival to the city Rio. This makes our country vulnerable because it prevents us from working and all our confidentiality is attacked. We intend to remedy all this and find strong solutions that will get rid of these problems: with technical answers (hardware and software) but also an effort on the human side. It is therefore necessary to equip our computers and digital technology with data protection systems, good backup management (frequency, hosting) without forgetting to educate and warn customers and employees. They need training, support and awareness of the sometimes unknown dangers encountered on the web. To avoid being in a difficult situation, and count the days to find a normal situation after a cyber attack, make this preventive aspect your priority.
As far as drones are concerned, as a delegation from Brazil we are aware that it is a machine that can be beneficial in our society but that can also harm our society. Indeed, the drone could provide in a moment a defibrillator in case of heart attack. It would save lives much faster than today. It has been used for some time in the tourism and real estate industry to make photos and videos, for example, properties for sale or lease. A robot drone can also follow you with a beacon or the GPS of your mobile phone to film you while skiing or mountain biking. A kind of narcissistic drone, which does not even require a pilot. Also drones can be used by our security and police to follow and search for the dangerous drug dealers and help in the process of catching them. On the other hand, there are disadvantages to its use. Indeed, the man does not act on what happens, it is the machine that takes care of everything. The man is replaced and can be overtaken by its speed. In view of the economic crisis that has affected us, we are not able to invest in this project, but in the future we think to do so because this technological innovation can really be beneficial in our society.
As far as bionics is concerned, we have to be careful that it is used wisely. Indeed, we can see that bionics can be used for medical purposes to make a hand for someone who lost it, for example. It can be used for artificial intelligence and to improve the abilities of man in his actions. As a delegation from Brazil, we plan to use bionics in the future for positive purposes, while respecting the nature of man and using it in a positive way. We refuse excessive use of this method.
Thank you for listening,
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