Privacy and ethics in the age of the smartphone

摘要: Smartphones are fundamentally transforming almost all aspects of modern life. This case study examines moral and ethical issues surrounding the use powerful smartphones that can be used to discreetly capture activities unsuspecting people. shows how a standard iPhone, coupled with widely available apps, in malicious manner sensitive information. Furthermore, this encourages students consider privacy, ethics, ambition as well corporate governance. is intended at both undergraduate graduate levels. complements model curriculum objectives IS 2010.1, 2010.7 Case Summary: InBin, Inc., which was founded by an entrepreneurial-minded MIS major, evolved out business school project into successful technology company built around iOS operating environment. The founder charismatic visionary young man who admired many tech industry, including leadership Apple. However, environment gave rise his company’s success also introduced risks shook its core.