Prospect of a Humanitarian Artificial Intelligence, The
Agency and value alignment
Carlos Montemayor
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Agency and value alignment
By Carlos Montemayor
In an era where artificial intelligence increasingly shapes our world, philosopher Carlos Montemayor offers a profound exploration of how we can ensure these powerful technologies serve human flourishing rather than diminish it. Drawing from cognitive science and moral philosophy, he presents a compelling vision for developing AI systems that honor our deepest aspirations for dignity and meaningful existence.
Montemayor's approach centers on understanding how both humans and machines direct their attention toward what matters most. By examining the fundamental needs that drive conscious beings, he reveals how we might create artificial intelligence that truly aligns with human values. His framework moves beyond technical considerations to address the moral and political dimensions of AI development, distinguishing between different forms of agency and their implications for our shared future.
Through thoughtful comparisons between human and animal cognition, the author demonstrates why a humanitarian approach to artificial intelligence represents not just an ethical choice, but a practical necessity. He argues that international human rights principles should guide the creation of intelligent machines, ensuring they enhance rather than threaten our capacity for dignified living.
This timely work speaks to anyone concerned about technology's role in human development, offering both theoretical insights and practical wisdom for navigating our increasingly automated world with consciousness and care.
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore machines
- ✓ Learn about cognitive processes
- ✓ Explore timeless philosophical wisdom
- ✓ Explore civil rights
- ✓ Explore Cognitive science
- ✓ Explore epistemic agency
- ✓ Expand your understanding of consciousness
- ✓ Explore cognition
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- Published
- 2023
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Academic
- ISBN-13
- 9781350353275
- ISBN-10
- 1350353272
- Language
- EN
