PRSay

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

Each September, PRSA celebrates Ethics Month, featuring programs presented by the PRSA Board of Ethics and Professional Standards (BEPS). Please join the discussion via #PRSAChat and #EthicsMonth, and follow along with our ethics-related blog posts, webinars and Twitter Chats throughout the month.

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Contently - Strategy

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

From disinformation to privacy violations and incitements to violence, social media’s vast influence has prompted significant legal scrutiny and regulatory responses — which is why it’s important to stay informed on social media laws and how they impact your marketing.

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PRSay

JULY 10, 2018

Data has always informed the work of PR professionals, but the sheer volume of information available today raises new ethical and moral questions about what we collect, curate, share and use. In their quest for research funding, some data scientists might forego scientific rigor and ethical considerations.

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5W PR

FEBRUARY 22, 2025

Defense Public Relations plays a vital role in connecting defense technology companies with the general public. As defense technologies become more sophisticated, the need for clear communication between tech developers and citizens grows increasingly important.

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5W PR

JANUARY 6, 2025

A new wave of distilleries is emerging, driven by a commitment to sustainability and ethical practices. Ethical Sourcing and Local Partnerships By sourcing ingredients locally, distilleries can reduce their carbon footprint associated with transportation and support local economies.

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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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5W PR

MARCH 12, 2025

For organizations looking to stand out in this competitive space, developing a strong brand identity centered on ethical practices and customer success has become essential. The Foundation: Ethical Practices in Cybersecurity Branding Building trust starts with establishing and maintaining strong ethical practices throughout your organization.

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5W PR

DECEMBER 29, 2024

The consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry is undergoing a rapid transformation driven by evolving consumer preferences and technological advancements. By harnessing the power of data, technology, and creativity, CPG brands can deliver tailored experiences that resonate with consumers, drive sales, and build lasting relationships.

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5W PR

DECEMBER 21, 2024

The consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry is undergoing a rapid transformation driven by evolving consumer preferences and technological advancements. By harnessing the power of data, technology, and creativity, CPG brands can deliver tailored experiences that resonate with consumers, drive sales, and build lasting relationships.

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5W PR

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Crisis management in the defense technology sector requires meticulous planning, precise execution, and constant readiness. These simulations must account for national security implications, classified information handling, and complex stakeholder relationships.

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Deirdre Breakenridge

AUGUST 7, 2014

No other generation has ever had access to so much information so easily. Our work ethic may not look like the work ethic of years before us, but we do work hard. Technology allows us to work faster and work on multiple things at once. Technology is just getting faster and faster these days.

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5W PR

JANUARY 10, 2025

As consumers become increasingly discerning, they are seeking out brands that align with their values and prioritize ethical practices. Transparency and Traceability Consumers today are more informed than ever, and they demand transparency from the brands they support.

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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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Mindful Marketing

APRIL 8, 2023

Most of us have heard of at least some ethical infractions attributed to AI that range from the art tool Midjourney slyly outfitting Pope Francis in a longline white puffer coat to complaints that an uncensored chatbot continually offends human decency. But why, then, not apply the same logic to an issue like greenhouse gases?

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Burrelles Fresh Ideas

JANUARY 30, 2024

However, within a few days, more information (and concerns) came to light when the National Transportation Safety Board told the New York Times that “the plane was not being used in long flights over water because a pressurization warning light had gone off during three recent flights.” It’s ethically the right thing to do.

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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. I believe the generative AI is based on OpenAI technology, which makes ChatGPT. Trust but verify.

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Presspage

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

In case of misunderstandings or concerns, you can quickly intervene, clarifying facts and maintaining accurate information flow. Personalized content, informed by data, deepens investor relationships by aligning messages with their specific interests, such as sustainability, enhancing loyalty and engagement.

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Presspage

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

In case of misunderstandings or concerns, you can quickly intervene, clarifying facts and maintaining accurate information flow. Personalized content, informed by data, deepens investor relationships by aligning messages with their specific interests, such as sustainability, enhancing loyalty and engagement.

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Onclusive

JUNE 1, 2023

Once you’re armed with this information, you can craft your multi-stakeholder communications strategy accordingly. This can help inform your own competitive strategies and keep you one step ahead.   9. This is crucial for understanding what topics are important to your many stakeholder groups.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

APRIL 30, 2019

As companies continue to talk about their AI, machine learning and data science capabilities, journalists are asking tougher questions about the way these technologies are built. Google’s ongoing AI ethics council controversy is another example of the AI industry’s diversity problem. How involved are they? This is critical.

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Ethical Voices

APRIL 3, 2023

He discusses a number of important issues, including: How can we best balance safeguarding confidences and disclosure of information? What is the most difficult ethical challenge you ever confronted at work? Trying to keep the staff well informed and looking at financial information. How fast should we move on AI?

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Ethical Voices

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Thinking about your career from circus to healthcare to agency, what is the most difficult ethical challenge you ever confronted? The most difficult ethical challenge for me occurred following the Pulse nightclub tragedy in 2016. They’re graphic, and like I said, they contain a lot of personal information.

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Ethical Voices

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

This week the ethical issues in public relations rain the gamut, but the core theme was fairness. This also aligns with two elements of the PRSA Code of Ethics – transparency and fairness. . While some ethics issues are grey, this one is black and white – if you can, or are, benefitting financially – disclose! .

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 31, 2024

First, it’s our obligation – as independent agents and on behalf of clients – to operate within stringent ethical guidelines. At the same time, it’s crucial for organizations to quickly validate information and be prepared to respond. Clearly, technology offers a huge opportunity but it can be overwhelming.

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Wadds Inc.

APRIL 29, 2024

The growth of information and the rise of AI are transforming the communication landscape, creating both management challenges and opportunities for organisations. Information inflation: Navigating the data deluge The value of information is declining as the volume and accessibility of content continue to grow exponentially.

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5W PR

JANUARY 31, 2024

Technology Public Relations (Tech PR) involves managing and enhancing the public image of technology-related companies and products. Tech PR professionals work to generate favorable publicity, manage crises, and position technology brands as industry leaders. This is especially effective for consumer technology products.

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Ethical Voices

OCTOBER 28, 2024

I first met Tatevik when I was looking to expand the ethics cases outside of the US. Tatevik discusses How to best counsel your client when they want to respond unethically to an unethical competitor How to react calmly and ethically in highly emotional crises Should PR create a global code of ethics for influencer marketing?

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

APRIL 6, 2018

has radically changed journalism and public relations , two industries that rely on the free exchange of information and ideas. ” It’s a war of information being waged on keyboards and in the cloud and it affects all of us. But one highly undesirable outcome is “fake news.” The tech giants. The startups.

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Deirdre Breakenridge

AUGUST 5, 2015

The focus should be on your ethical approach to public communication through all media formats. With changing consumer behaviors, emerging technology and new media channels popping up daily, remember to act in the best interest of the public you serve. Ethics should always be top of mind in your communication.

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Deirdre Breakenridge

AUGUST 5, 2015

The focus should be on your ethical approach to public communication through all media formats. With changing consumer behaviors, emerging technology and new media channels popping up daily, remember to act in the best interest of the public you serve. Ethics should always be top of mind in your communication.

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Skype Ethics Case Study Meeting 150

Waxing UnLyrical

JANUARY 26, 2020

With the ability to create fake news and deepfakes, we will likely see these same technologies applied to attack companies to depress their stock price and help fill the pockets of some unscrupulous short sellers. We are going to continue to see Instagram influencers use the technology to blur the lines between fantasy and reality.

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PRSay

JULY 12, 2024

As digital technology continues to evolve and the media morphs, the PR profession is also quickly transforming. PR leaders must be agile, informed and open-minded, especially as the PR and marketing functions blend into one communications powerhouse. Managing AI’s downsides could become a huge challenge for the PR profession.

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Ethical Voices

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Joining me is Scott Tharler , an award-winning technology journalist. I first met him when I pitched him for a client, and we soon discovered we both went to Syracuse around the same time and had friends in common and wanted to talk about ethics. Scott discusses a number of important ethics topics including. Am I selling it?

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Cision

NOVEMBER 6, 2017

Given the rising popularity of user-generated content, some fake news creators might fancy themselves journalists of a sort, without the actual ethics or experience that a real journalist would have. Bridging the Gap Between Technology and Common Sense. And so they create biased content out of thin air, with no resources or backing.

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Deirdre Breakenridge

JULY 10, 2019

The communication model I’m building is based on these informal one-on-one interviews, social media searches using the Talkwalker Quick Search platform, as well as 30 years in communications and relationship-building best practices. . Are increasing communication touchpoints and a technology-driven world fueling stress and anxiety?

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PRSay

MAY 25, 2022

To that end, “we must do a better job of helping young people understand the value of news and information in a democracy.”. When the internet first emerged in the 1990s, it was expected to enrich society by facilitating the free flow of information — not to mislead people and create division. “We Serving the greater good.

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Stephen Waddington

JULY 1, 2021

The case for Corporate Digital Responsibility CDR is a broad set of responsibilities related to the application and management of data and digital technologies that has emerged as a critical risk issue for boards in light of high-profile failures in data and digital governance, regulatory issues and data breaches.

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