The Digital Divide
Mapping the Ethics of Artificial Intelligence
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https://doi.org/10.47611/jsrhs.v13i2.6476Keywords:
artificial intelligence, AI ethics, AI principles, regulation, multi-stakeholder engagementAbstract
Looking at the path the development of artificial intelligence (AI) has taken so far, it’s evident that it has and will continue to revolutionize our lives heavily. However, the widespread adoption of artificially intelligent technology also brings profound ethical concerns about its use and development. This essay delves into the historical underpinnings of AI ethics, highlighting its origins in philosophical inquiry and tracing the consequential shifts in focus over time. Grounded in this historical context, the essay examines eight ethical conflicts that pervade various AI applications - emphasizing the need for interdisciplinary approaches, global cooperation, and contextual understanding to address these complex challenges responsibly. In pursuit of a future where AI aligns with human values and promotes well-being, the essay finally proposes a way forward that builds upon ethical AI principles, regulation, and multi-stakeholder engagement as the cornerstone of ethical AI development and deployment.
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