The process of developing
a Code of Ethics
for the Metaverse
Ongoing collaboration from November 2023
To cultivate a positive Metaverse active participation is key. In the evolving landscape of AI ethics and technology regulations, it's crucial to review current issues before designing the next Internet phase.
Within the group, my role as an artist, researcher and designer allows me to bring a more humanistic perspective.
As the project progresses, the group held its inaugural presentation on 18 January 2024 at the MIL - Madrid Innovation Lab, a centre in Madrid, Spain. The presentation focused on addressing two questions raised by the group's leader, establishing a foundational framework for discussing ethics in the Metaverse.
Metaverse for Good aims to address questions on diversity, conflict resolution, and inclusivity in the metaverse by combining science, technology, and humanism for a positive cultural future.
Our diverse experience puts people first in the evolving phyto-digital culture.
From my perspective as a cultural humanist, coming from the world of art and design, I considered several angles, examining factors such as:
Digital art education and media literacy, are necessary to promote the ethical use of technology and the ability to discern information from misinformation.
Inclusion and cultural diversity, which in turn are linked to the importance of the development of ethics in AI and algorithms, are essential to avoid creating bias and to promote diversity in cultural recommendations.
And finally, the responsibility of digital wellbeing, considering the dangers of privacy and digital addiction.
Video Storytelling
Given my artistic background, I discovered that video allowed me to blend my visual creativity with storytelling in a way that went beyond the traditional methods of presentations.
This video was my way of answering one question, what characteristics would the Metaverse need to be ethical?
By using visuals and a compelling narrative, I convey complex ideas and emotions, creating a deeper connection with the audience. This journey with video storytelling not only broadened my creative horizons, but also showed me how it transforms a project, making it more immersive and authentic. It has become a fundamental aspect of my creative approach.