: Digital communication allows for "indirection," where a speaker addresses one audience with the primary goal of being overheard by another, often to mislead or manipulate public perception. II. Duplicity in Research: The Ethics of "Text Recycling"
Duplicity is no longer just a character flaw; it is a structural component of digital life. Whether through the curated identities of social media, the murky ethics of academic recycling, or the calculated deceptions of AI, the "doubleness" of modern life requires a new level of critical engagement. Understanding these mechanisms is the first step toward reclaiming transparency in an increasingly opaque world. If you'd like to refine this, let me know: Duplicity
Within academia, duplicity often takes the form of "self-plagiarism" or "text recycling." This occurs when an author reuses their own previously published work without disclosure. : Digital communication allows for "indirection," where a
The Masked Interface: Navigating Duplicity in the Digital Age Introduction Whether through the curated identities of social media,
Since "duplicity" can refer to a range of concepts—from psychological deception to academic misconduct—the draft below focuses on , examining how online environments and AI have shifted our understanding of double-dealing.
Duplicity, the act of deceptive double-dealing or "doubleness" of thought, has long been a fixture of human interaction. From the Machiavellian schemes of Shakespeare’s Iago to the tactical indirection of modern political soundbites, humans have a storied history of saying one thing while meaning another. However, the rise of digital platforms and generative AI has fundamentally altered the scale and nature of these deceptions. This paper explores how duplicity manifests in online behaviors, the ethical "recycling" of academic work, and the emerging threat of AI-driven deception. I. The Psychology of Online Duplicity
: Tools like Crossref or Turnitin are now standard for identifying overlapping content. Experts suggest that "text recycling" is a more accurate term than "self-plagiarism," as it acknowledges that some reuse is not intended to deceive. III. The New Frontier: Artificial Deception