Prof. Alexander Boden and Veronika Krauß, University of Applied Sciences Bonn-Rhein-Sieg.

This lecture by Prof. Alexander Boden and Veronika Krauß from the University of Applied Sciences Bonn-Rhein-Sieg explores consumer protection in digital technologies, focusing on dark patterns and their growing presence in emerging areas like XR (Extended Reality). Drawing on research in consumer informatics and interface design, the talk considers how manipulative design practices challenge ethics and user agency in increasingly immersive tech environments.

Presented as part of the Design Brief Award and Companion Program of Public Lectures and Creative Workshops, hosted by isITethical in collaboration with the Design School at London College of Communication, UAL, the series explores the role of arts and design in AI ethics and responsible research and innovation.