5G's Urban Footprint: Ethics in the Smart City
The Gigabit City: Unpacking the Ethical Dilemmas of 5G in Urban Landscapes 5G is rolling out across cities, promising blazing-fast internet speeds and a world of interconnected possibilities. From self-driving cars to smart grids, the potential benefits seem limitless. Yet, beneath this shiny veneer lies a complex web of ethical considerations that we can't afford to ignore. As urban dwellers, our relationship with 5G is deeply intertwined with our privacy, security, health, and even social equity. The Surveillance State: A City Under Constant Watch? One of the most pressing concerns surrounding 5G is its potential to amplify surveillance. The increased bandwidth and low latency offered by 5G facilitate real-time data collection on a massive scale. This can be used for...