UXDX Community:Copenhagen

Every button placement, every default setting, every so-called “intuitive” design choice, none of it is neutral. UX isn’t just about usability; it’s about power. Who gets to decide what’s easy to use? Whose needs are prioritized? And who gets left behind?
In this eye-opening talk, we’ll uncover the hidden power struggles baked into everyday design decisions, from bias in AI interfaces to dark patterns that manipulate users. Through real-world examples, we’ll explore how UX can empower or exclude, liberate or control. Whether you’re a designer, developer, or decision-maker, you’ll walk away with a new perspective on your role in shaping a more ethical, inclusive digital world.
UX shapes society, let’s make sure it’s shaping a better one

In this talk, Caroline will reflect on the analogue aspects of being human in a tech-driven world. She will share examples from her own work, analogous trends, and point towards a positive future for design.
The title derives from a quote by Danish filmmaker Jørgen Leth in his film “The Perfect Human” from 1968. Similar to Descartes’ quote “Cogito, ergo sum”; I think, therefore I am, the quote underlines a human quality that differentiates us from animals and machines.