The Blog of Tyler Schroder

Don't AI-cite my work and then ask for an Arxiv endorsement

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000

I recently had an independent researcher ask to endorse him on Arxiv to upload a new pre-print. On the surface, the pre-print appeared relevant to my past work in neuroethics and I was excited to take a look. Upon closer inspection, I found the work to be mostly AI generated and notably mis-cited my own work.

A peek at the references section showed the same incorrect authors and a link to a completely different pre-print published seven months earlier. Incorrect...
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<h1>Published! The Case for Contextual Copyleft: Licensing Open-Source Training Data and Generative AI</h1>
<p>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000</p>
<p>New from my team at Yale’s <a href= Digital Ethics Center: The case for contextual copyleft: licensing open-source training data and generative AI

Our article, “The Case for Contextual Copyleft: Licensing Open-Source Training Data and Generative AI,” has just been published in the Oxford Journal of International Law & Technology. The paper examines how traditional copyleft principles can be adapted to generative AI, introducing the Contextual Copyleft AI (CCAI) licence as a mechanism to extend open-source obligations from training data to AI models. We evaluate its legal feasibility, policy justification, and risks, arguing that copyleft can still serve core...

New Working Paper: Regulating Next-Generation Implantable Brain-Computer Interfaces: Recommendations for Ethical Development and Implementation

Sat, 14 Jun 2025 15:29:00 +0000

New from my team at Yale’s Digital Ethics Center: Regulating Next-Generation Implantable Brain-Computer Interfaces: Recommendations for Ethical Development and Implementation

In this blog post, I am excited to share the key findings from our recent research paper, which investigates the security risks associated with Brain-Computer Interfaces (BCIs) and offers recommendations for future development. This study provides an in-depth analysis of the vulnerabilities and potential threats that BCIs face, emphasizing the importance of robust security measures to protect users.

Impact Summary:

1. Understanding Brain-Computer Interfaces:

BCIs enable direct communication between the brain and external devices, potentially allowing control...

New Working Paper: Open-Source AI made in the EU: Why it is a Good Idea

Mon, 21 Apr 2025 09:00:00 +0000

I'm excited to share our recent paper that examines the potential and strategic advantages of developing open-source (OS) foundation models within the European Union (EU). The work is a collaborative effort with my colleagues Luciano Floridi, Carlotta Buttaboni, Emmie Hine, Claudio Novelli, Tyler Schroder, and Grant Shanklin. Here's an overview of our findings and recommendations:

Abstract

Our paper explores the feasibility and benefits of developing open-source foundation models within the EU. Given recent global developments in AI, particularly in China, the EU's stringent regulatory framework and commitment to ethical AI development uniquely position it to produce trustworthy open-source foundation models....

New Working Paper: Agentic AI Optimisation (AAIO): what it is, how it works, why it matters, and how to deal with it

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 09:00:00 +0000

II am delighted to share insights from our recent research paper, which explores the evolving field of brain-computer interfaces (BCIs). BCIs have the potential to revolutionize human-computer interaction by leveraging neural connectivity. This study provides an in-depth analysis of the technological advancements, applications, and challenges of BCIs, highlighting their significant impact on future developments.

Impact Summary:

1. Understanding Brain-Computer Interfaces:

BCIs enable direct communication between the brain and external devices. This technology holds great promise for individuals with disabilities and for enhancing human capabilities. BCIs bypass traditional motor outputs, allowing users to control devices through neural activity.

2. Technological Advancements:

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New Working Paper: Cyber Risks to Next-Gen Brain-Computer Interfaces: Analysis and Recommendations

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 09:00:00 +0000

New from my team at Yale’s Digital Ethics Center: Cyber Risks to Next-Gen Brain-Computer Interfaces: Analysis and Recommendations

This work highlights critical insights from a chapter of my BS/MS computer science thesis, which investigates the regulatory and cybersecurity challenges of brain-computer interfaces (BCIs). BCIs are a rapidly evolving technology with the potential to transform medical care and human-computer interaction. However, these advancements come with significant cybersecurity risks that need to be addressed to ensure their safe and ethical implementation.

Impact Summary:

1. Understanding Brain-Computer Interfaces:

BCIs enable direct communication between the brain and external devices, potentially allowing...

New Working Paper: Counter-Misinformation Dynamics: The Case of Wikipedia Editing Communities during the 2024 US Presidential Elections

Thu, 17 Oct 2024 09:00:00 +0000

New from my team at Yale’s Digital Ethics Center: Counter-Misinformation Dynamics: The Case of Wikipedia Editing Communities during the 2024 US Presidential Elections

Wikipedia is a vital source of information, heavily trafficked and relied upon by individuals and large language models alike. However, its open editing nature makes it susceptible to misinformation, especially during politically sensitive times. Our study delved into these dynamics to understand how misinformation manifests and how effective Wikipedia’s mechanisms are in combating it.

Key Findings:

1. Editing Patterns Correlated with Political Events:

During significant political events, such as elections and legal proceedings, there...

ICOM 703 & DigiMode Guide

Mon, 25 Jul 2022 00:21:10 +0000

I recently stumbled down the amateur radio rabbithole, and wanted to try out digital modes like FT4 and FT8 with my ICOM 703+. The 703 was produced well before digital modes, manufactured in (2002)[http://www.icomamerica.com/en/products/amateur/hf/703/default.aspx]! However, it’s still possible to bring it on the air with some neat tech.

Hardware: The DigiRig

Most online guides suggest using the MountainRadio RigBlaster or Signalink USB devices. These can run upwards of a hundred dollars, and require very precise cabling and setup to work properly. I also couldn’t find a great dealer online or local to take a chance on. That’s when I...

Eagle Scout Tyler Schroder awarded Dr. Bernard Harris Supernova for STEM

Thu, 07 May 2020 20:11:54 +0000

Eagle Scout Tyler Schroder, of Troop 577 in Clifton, VA, has been awarded with the Dr. Bernard Harris Bronze Supernova Award. Schroder becomes one of less than twelve scouts in all of NCAC to have earned this award.

The Boy Scouts of America developed the STEM Nova Awards program to excite and expand a sense of wonder about STEM in scouts. By working with an adult counselor or mentor, the various modules allow scouts to explore the basic principles of STEM and discover the fun and fascinating world of STEM. There are three levels to the Supernova program: Bronze, Silver,...

NSF Project of the Month Winner Apr 2018

Tue, 01 May 2018 22:35:54 +0000

HS Freshman Selected for First-Ever NetSec Focus Project of the Month Winner

As announced (not as a joke) on April 1st:

Introducing the Project of the Month Did you create something good? Achieve something? Find a vulnerability? Bag an internship? Tie your own shoelaces? Not wet the bed? Are you receiving the appropriate amount of recognition for your accomplishment or just want to show off? Project of the Month could be right up your strasse. On the 8th of April submissions for project of the month will open. Now is the time to brag about what you’ve done....