Pondering AI
The Philosophy of AI with Dr. Mark Coeckelbergh
Aug 3, 2022
Dr. Mark Coeckelbergh, Professor of Philosophy of Media and Technology, member of the High-Level Expert Group on Artificial Intelligence (EC) and the Austrian Council on Robotics and AI, discusses the political implications of AI and technology, the challenges of incorporating ethics and human aspects into AI discussions, and the need for collaboration and education in the field. He also emphasizes the difficulty of global governance and sounds a cautionary note about the potential for AI to undermine democratic institutions.
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Quick takeaways
- AI is inherently political as it shapes human relationships and changes how people live together.
- The governance and regulation of AI require long-term, permanent political institutions guided by experts and citizen involvement.
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The Intersection of Humanities and Philosophy with Technology
Dr. Mark Kuckelberg discusses his transition from standard philosophy to studying the societal issues related to technology, such as self-improvement and philosophy of technology. He explains the shift from theoretical discourse to practical ethics and explores the philosophical interest in robotics and artificial intelligence as fruitful areas of inquiry.
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