
‘Playing God’: Science and religion in the 21st century
Matters of Life and Death
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Exploring Ethics, AI, and the Minimization of Suffering
The chapter delves into the complex intersection of ethics, AI, and the minimization of suffering by drawing parallels between historical debates on animal rights and emerging movements for AI rights. Discussions revolve around the notion of AI suffering, considerations for its protection, and the ethical implications of granting AI legal protections. Speakers emphasize recognizing AI vulnerabilities, the concept of embodiment, and the implications of human uniqueness in a materialist worldview.
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