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3 – Value Alignment and the Control Problem

This Is Technology Ethics

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Navigating Technology and Human Values

This chapter examines a four quadrant model for categorizing technology based on its alignment with human values, highlighting distinctions between instrumentally aligned and misaligned technologies. The discussion focuses on the complexities of value alignment, particularly through examples such as self-driving cars and AI systems, illustrating both their promise and potential risks. By exploring the ethical implications and outcomes of technological designs, the chapter emphasizes the importance of ensuring consistent positive impacts while managing acceptable risks.

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