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#976 Azim Shariff: Social Robots, Free Will, Rags-To-Riches Stories, and the Moralization of Effort

The Dissenter

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Cultural Perceptions of AI: A Global Perspective

This chapter explores the varied attitudes towards artificial intelligence and robots across different cultures, focusing on the contrast between skepticism in North America and acceptance in East Asia. It examines how historical and religious contexts shape these views, affecting trust in technology for roles requiring moral judgment. Additionally, it discusses research on robot preachers and their influence on religious engagement, illustrating the complex dynamics of credibility and capability in public perceptions of AI.

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