Balancing Potential and Peril: The Ethical Implications of Artificial Intelligence on Human Rights

Autor: Beata Polok, Homam el-Taj, Afrasiab Ahmed Rana
Rok vydání: 2023
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DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.8084330
Popis: Artificial Intelligence (AI) has the potential to revolutionize various aspects of our lives, but it also raises significant ethical concerns. This paper examines the impact of AI on selected human rights, such as the right to privacy and freedom from discrimination, and discusses the issues related to the codification and regulation of AI from global and regional perspectives. AI has the potential to enhance human capabilities and improve decision-making processes, but it also poses a threat to privacy, bias, and accountability. AI algorithms can perpetuate existing societal stereotypes and discrimination, leading to significant violations of human rights, including the right to equality and non-discrimination. Furthermore, the use of autonomous weapons and drones has raised significant ethical concerns related to human rights. These weapons can potentially cause harm to innocent civilians and violate the right to life. There are ongoing debates about the development and use of these technologies and the need for international regulations to ensure their ethical use. Additionally, with the increasing use of automation and AI in various industries, there are concerns that many jobs may become obsolete, leading to significant job loss, and violating the right to work and a dignified livelihood. The paper also highlights the need for future work in AI ethics, including the development of AI systems that are transparent, explainable, and fair. The paper concludes that while AI has the potential to significantly benefit society, its development and deployment must be guided by ethical principles to prevent its negative impact on human rights.
Databáze: OpenAIRE