Ethics of AI Destruction

This chapter investigates the moral dilemmas surrounding the destruction of advanced artificial intelligence, likening it to the loss of iconic historical artifacts. It examines the diminishing boundaries between human perception of identity, sentience, and moral value in the context of AI, raising questions about virtue ethics and the implications of viewing machines as replaceable. Through literary and philosophical lenses, the chapter challenges traditional concepts of personhood and consciousness, exploring the intricate relationship between humans and technology.