Tackling Dark Patterns, Privacy in Mental Health Apps, and Building Consumer Trust with AI

Introduction:

Welcome to Fair Monday! We know Mondays can be a bit rough, so we created Fair Monday to bring you weekly insights and resources on dark patterns and digital fairness. Each Monday, we share updates on the latest developments, helping you stay informed and empowered to create a fairer, more transparent digital space.

This Week's Highlights:

1. Dark patterns and sludge audits: an integrated approach
   Published by Cambridge University Press
   This article delves into the concept of sludge audits, exploring how they integrate with dark patterns to impact user behavior and what can be done to counteract these manipulative design tactics.
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2. Data Privacy and Consumer Protection Practices of Automated Mental Health, Wellbeing, and Mindfulness Apps
   Centre for AI and Digital Ethics | University of Melbourne
   This research investigates how mental health and wellness apps handle data privacy and consumer protection, revealing gaps that leave users vulnerable to digital manipulation and privacy risks.
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3. The Luring Test: AI and the Engineering of Consumer Trust
   Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
   The FTC explores the concept of the “Luring Test,” examining how AI technologies are designed to build consumer trust – and how this trust can be used to steer consumers into deceptive interactions.
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Conclusion:

At Fairpatterns, we believe in making the digital space transparent and user-friendly. Our Fair Monday series is here to keep you informed and inspired every week. Together, we can tackle dark patterns and build a digital world that prioritizes fairness and trust.

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Happy reading