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Tech Ethics Exposed: A Coder's Moral Dilemma

1/30/2026

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Story summary
  • The play Data by Matthew Libby critiques Silicon Valley's ethical compromises through Maneesh, a coder at Athena Industries.
  • Maneesh confronts his conscience as a manipulative executive, Alex, draws him into a morally questionable project, pressured by his immigrant parents.
  • Riley pursues ambitions amid systemic exploitation, illustrating how personal goals collide with corporate demands.
  • Libby ties these struggles to broader debates on technology and ethics in America, inviting scrutiny.