- Can technology really save the planet?In a paper recently published at the European Conference on Information Systems in Milan, professor Stéphanie Missonier highlighted a lack of critical thinking about technology in her field. A problem that may also be present in society. New technologies can capture carbon, optimize energy consumption, and help monitor biodiversity.…
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Can technology really save the planet?
In a paper recently published at the European Conference on Information Systems in Milan, professor Stéphanie Missonier highlighted a lack of critical thinking about technology in her field. A problem that may also be present in society. New technologies can capture carbon, optimize energy consumption, and help monitor biodiversity. But at what cost? “Technologies are…
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When our faces become data
As facial recognition gradually becomes more prevalent in digital applications, a research team comprising HEC Lausanne (Unil), HEIG-VD, and the Swiss startup Rayshaper SA has tackled these challenges by developing the FaceShield prototype. This solution aims to manage the use of facial images by artificial intelligence systems when they circulate on digital platforms, and to…
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Leadership & Decision-making series
In a polarised world with geopolitical tensions, economic uncertainty and fast paced technological change, the leaders we choose, and the decisions we make, matter – whether we are consumers, employees or citizens. Understanding human behaviour is central to this. This series looks at academic research trying to unravel these issues. Episode 1: Episode 2: Episode…