Ethics in artificial intelligence: a multidisciplinary approach

Abstract

This book offers a comprehensive exploration of AI Ethics through a diverse range of disciplinary lenses, bringing together insights from fields such as philosophy, law, sociology, technology, and beyond. By integrating theoretical frameworks with practical perspectives, it explores unique ethical challenges posed by Artificial Intelligence in the 21st century. Each chapter examines a different dimension of AI Ethics, divided by two main sections: Part I addresses more theoretical topics, such as concerns about the meaning of "intelligence" in the concept of Artificial Intelligence, social robotics, and how agency and personhood can be affected by AI. Part II focuses on some practical issues concerning AI, such as machine translation in literary translation, safety issues in AI, data-driven maintenance planning in autonomous systems, ethical implications concerning the development and use of Brain-Machine Interfaces technologies, and an AI Governance case study from China. By adopting a multidisciplinary approach, the book seeks to provide a holistic understanding of how AI technologies can be developed and deployed in a manner that upholds ethical principles, ensuring that these advancements contribute to the well-being of individuals and society as a whole.