Helen Nissenbaum is the Andrew H. and Ann R. Tisch Professor at Cornell Tech, where she focuses on exploring societal perspectives surrounding the development and application of digital technology. She is the director of the Digital Life Initiative, launched in 2017, which emphasizes the ethical, policy, and political implications of technology and its impact on quality of life. Her research interests include the intersection of technology and ethics, advocating for policies that align technological advancements with societal needs.