5W PR

FEBRUARY 22, 2025

As defense technologies become more sophisticated, the need for clear communication between tech developers and citizens grows increasingly important. PR professionals work to translate complex technical concepts into accessible information while addressing legitimate public concerns about privacy, security, and ethical implications.

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Publicity Privacy Technology Ethics 78

PRSay

SEPTEMBER 24, 2019

Each September, PRSA celebrates Ethics Month, featuring programs presented by the PRSA Board of Ethics and Professional Standards (BEPS). This year’s theme is “Ethics Every Day.” Please join the discussion via #PRethics, and follow along with our ethics-related blog posts, webinars and Twitter Chats throughout the month.

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PRSay

JULY 23, 2024

For further reading on this topic: PRSA released a comprehensive framework titled “Promise and Pitfalls: The Ethical Use of AI for Public Relations Practitioners” last fall. The report, authored by PRSA’s Board of Ethics and Professional Standards (BEPS), results from extensive research, expert input and peer review.

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Policies Ethics Privacy Training 178

Stephen Waddington

AUGUST 22, 2018

A cross industry group of international PR associations has developed a common set of principles for ethical practice. In a well-publicised case the Public Relations Communications Association (PRCA) terminated the membership of Bell Pottinger in September last year for a breach of its code. Ethics must be at the core of our activity.

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Ethical Voices

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Joining me on this week’s episode is Erin Kennedy , the ethics committee chair for the PRSA Central California Chapter. Since then, I’ve headed communications at the 49th largest school district in the nation, and I got the equivalent of what I joke around is the PhD in crisis communications there.

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Ethics Privacy Healthcare Industry 96

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 13, 2020

The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) was a hot topic in Las Vegas. They discussed the ethics of data sourcing and activation to a packed room in Aria. Are they really worth the data privacy trade-off? The post 6 B2B Tech Trends From CES 2020 appeared first on Crenshaw Communications. CCPA has an impact.

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B2B Trends Retail Privacy 208

Reputation Us

DECEMBER 19, 2024

RISK 3: REGULATORY COMPLIANCE & ETHICAL VIOLATIONS Threat : Increased regulatory scrutiny on matters like data usage, financial practices, and consumer rights exposes companies to fines and legal repercussions. Impact : Companies failing to meet ESG expectations risk public backlash, divestments, and difficulty attracting talent.

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Reputation Ethics Employee Government 60

5W PR

OCTOBER 2, 2023

In the world of public relations, ethics, and authenticity stand as cornerstones that not only define the profession but also dictate its long-term success and impact. To achieve these goals effectively and responsibly, adhering to ethical principles and embodying authenticity are paramount.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 28, 2023

Concerns about job losses, privacy breaches, and ethical use are widespread. Ultimately, the challenge for PR and communications is to highlight the ways these AI systems can enhance human creativity, rather than replace it, while alleviating fears of an apocalyptic robot uprising.

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Technology Strategy Privacy Healthcare 170

Stephen Waddington

JULY 1, 2021

It sets out the urgent need for organisations to act on issues related to CDR and provides a framework to support leaders with planning and communication. For example, Facebook is under investigation for an alleged breach of EU privacy laws after the personal information of 533 million users was shared online.

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Corporate Report Privacy Government 141

PRSay

MAY 15, 2019

Some of the familiar topics are there — branding, corporate social responsibility, crisis communications — but not necessarily in a form many of us would recognize as aspects of the profession we’ve come to know. They’re not shying away from big topics: the rise of nationalism, trade wars, and online privacy.

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Publicity Privacy Crisis Communications Ethics 148

PRSay

JULY 12, 2024

PR leaders must be agile, informed and open-minded, especially as the PR and marketing functions blend into one communications powerhouse. However, AI also raises ethical dilemmas such as factual errors, misinformation, biases, social consequences, and problems with transparency, privacy and data security.

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Trends Publicity Survey Privacy 179

Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 3, 2023

I’ve been writing this monthly column about PR technology companies for nearly five years – and I’m still continuously reminded that while these companies make software for communicators, they are not typically communication experts. PR Newswire teamed up with AKA Partners , a “video-first marketing communications” agency.

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Analysis Tools SMB Software 173

Deirdre Breakenridge

JANUARY 18, 2022

I scored lowest (love of mission) in the area that I expected and higher (or highest) in those areas that I expected (empathy and ethics), as well. Not that being a private person is a ‘bad’ thing, it’s just that I tend to use that privacy as a way to shut people out (i.e., If anything, it showed me where I could ‘go’ from here.

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Blogging Ethics Social Media Privacy 239

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

AUGUST 16, 2023

Data Privacy Day (January 28) : This occasion offers a perfect chance to emphasize a company’s commitment to data privacy, or to share thought leadership on the importance of privacy in the digital age. The post How To Use Timing For Top B2B PR Results appeared first on Crenshaw Communications.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 17, 2024

It will dramatically influence communications and provide new avenues for PR – but only for those professionals who choose to harness it. While] only 6% of pros at brands think that’s the right move,” this calls to mind larger conversations around transparency and ethics. We saw newsrooms grapple with rules for AI throughout 2023.

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Report Policies Survey Ethics 182

Ethical Voices

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Kena discusses several important ethics issues, including: What to do ethically when your boss is the problem. The ethical challenges of online identity. The most important ethics priority for healthcare communicators. Looking over your career, what is the most difficult ethical challenge you ever confronted?

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PRSay

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Each September, PRSA recognizes Ethics Month as a way to bring increased attention to the core foundation of the communications profession. Programming this month several webinars, including “ Bots, Misrepresentation and More: Navigating Ethical Dilemmas in Digital Communication ” on Sept. 27 from 3-4 p.m.

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Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Some marketing and communications predictions suggest AI will change the world; others see a tailspin of noise and and see humanity as a path for differentiation Most marketing and PR professionals have formed strong viewpoints on AI. That much is apparent I compiled this year’s list of marketing and communications predictions.

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Writing Communications Marketing B2B 211

Stephen Waddington

AUGUST 13, 2019

Ethics, employee engagement and wider stakeholder management are the three pillars of the CBI’s report AI: Ethics into practice. UK businesses have an opportunity to lead by example and take an ethical approach to the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) according to the CBI. It is set to transform how we live and work.

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PRSay

APRIL 25, 2018

I may be upset by Facebook’s lack of ethics. And in a recent survey of smartphone users, 73 percent of people in that same demographic reported they communicate with Facebook Messenger, with only 30 percent claiming to use WhatsApp. Millennials are apathetic about digital privacy. And Facebook is worth that risk.

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Facebook Privacy Data Survey 137

PRSay

JANUARY 16, 2020

As if threats of massive data breaches, technology outages or consumer-privacy rebellions weren’t worrisome enough; now, a new cause for cyber-insomnia looms: “reputation exploitation.”. With that reality in mind, here are four emerging reputation risks to consider: Targeted online attacks.

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Reputation Privacy Banking Ethics 183

Wadds Inc.

MAY 17, 2023

Adoption of AI in public relations is slow, hindered by skills and organisational investment A USC Annenberg and WE Communications report - Fascinated and Frightened: How are communications professionals viewing the ai opportunity ahead? The issue is compounded by tightening budgets within agencies and communication teams.

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Publicity Case Study Privacy Ethics 141

PRSay

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

In her role as director of innovation and CEO communications at Microsoft, Bonnie McCracken has a pivotal role in shaping the narrative for groundbreaking research and cutting-edge technologies, particularly with the company’s investments in AI. What are a few of the more positive aspects of AI for communicators to know?

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Enterprise Technology Tools Privacy 187

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

APRIL 6, 2018

The online communications revolution has unleashed a Pandora’s box of disturbing problems that threaten privacy, democracy — even the concept of objective truth. One thing is certain: the fight against fake news is not only a technical problem, but is also a moral and ethical one. The post Who Is Fighting Fake News?

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PRSay

JULY 20, 2021

The security and privacy of their personal data are top concerns for consumers, says a new study from FleishmanHillard. Consumers expect company managers to act ethically and responsibly; to deliver consistent, stable performance; and to provide frequent, credible communication.

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Study Consumer Company Privacy 109

Waxing UnLyrical

MAY 13, 2011

According to the article, Mark Zuckerberg and his team hired Burson-Marsteller , a well-known public relations firm, to plant negative stories accusing Google of being careless with Gmail users privacy. I’ll wait for you to stop laughing at the obvious irony of Facebook criticizing another company’s user privacy policy.

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Privacy Facebook Google Policies 101

5W PR

JUNE 11, 2024

Sci-fi stories and media reports on biases and privacy issues have raised concerns about AI. Discriminatory algorithms can further social inequalities and privacy breaches are a growing concern. PR facilitates open communication channels among these entities. However, its potential is often clouded by uncertainty and doubt.

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Privacy Media Transportation Crisis Communications 78

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 1, 2023

Plus, unlike other generative AI tools where you need to register with an email and phone number, we anonymize all data we pass to OpenAI, providing an additional level of privacy.” ( Source ) Cision. A code of ethics isn’t a bad idea. And now onward with this month’s PR tech sum. Brands (NYSE: YUM).

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Software Pitching Ethics Technology 145

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 18, 2018

It is well documented that today’s rising generations value a company’s ethical stance and an authentic commitment to social responsibility. The shooter’s phone was ultimately cracked without Apple’s help, but its stand on privacy was consistent with long-held principles and arguably those of its core customers.

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Brand Branding Storytelling B2B 149

Bianchi Biz Blog

AUGUST 3, 2023

5 Reasons Why Automotive Suppliers Need an AI Policy Protecting Confidentiality and Data Privacy – Sharing proprietary or confidential data and information with AI tools may inadvertently risk exposing sensitive data to outsiders. Others may want to allow the use of AI tools to draft documents, content and communication.

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Automotive Policies Employee Corporate 77

Contently - Strategy

APRIL 14, 2021

“People have become increasingly uncomfortable with having targeted ads popping up based on their searches,” said Justin Antonipillai , founder and CEO of WireWheel , a data privacy management software company. “We’ve But from a privacy perspective, Google’s move may provide consumers with greater control over their data.

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5W PR

JANUARY 29, 2024

It delves into the intricate landscape of national security, cutting-edge innovation, and complex ethical considerations. They want to create a future where security and ethics work together, where innovation saves lives, and where defense tech companies are seen as responsible partners working towards a safer world.

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Industry Publicity Ethics Privacy 78

Stephen Waddington

DECEMBER 10, 2018

Contribution to debate on media ethics With debates raging over the press coverage of Brexit and concerns over so-called fake news on both sides of the Atlantic, the lessons of Leveson were more relevant now than ever, according to Kingston University's Professor of Journalism Brian Cathcart.

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PR Conversations

AUGUST 7, 2014

My question is this: What are public relations and communication management professionals doing to educate their organisations (and/or governments and leaders) as to the ethical and moral implications of the social shifts ahead? The years from 1999 to today have, effectively, been the very beginning of social and communicative change.

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Publicity Ethics Technology Government 87

Landis PR

OCTOBER 30, 2023

AI compliance refers to adhering to a set of guidelines, regulations and ethical standards in the development, deployment and usage of AI technologies. Compliance involves safeguarding user privacy, avoiding biases and maintaining data security. Protecting data privacy : PR pros often handle sensitive client information.

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5W PR

JULY 2, 2024

This could involve tailoring press releases to specific media outlets, responding thoughtfully to social media comments, or crafting targeted communication campaigns aligned with audience demographics and interests. This human touch fosters a sense of community and belonging, laying the groundwork for a positive brand perception.

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