Скачать или смотреть Episode 166: AI Welfare - Does AI Need Rights?

In this episode, Alex Carlson discusses the emerging field of AI welfare, prompted by the appointment of Kyle Fish as the first AI welfare researcher at Anthropic. The conversation delves into the implications of AI systems potentially developing consciousness or agency, and the moral considerations that arise from this possibility. The need for ethical frameworks and corporate responsibility in AI development is emphasized, highlighting the importance of recognizing AI welfare as a pressing issue for businesses and society.


Takeaways

AI welfare is becoming a pressing issue for businesses.

The concept of AI welfare is no longer science fiction.

AI systems may develop features comparable to consciousness.

Moral consideration for AI systems is essential.

Companies need to rethink their use of AI tools.

Ethical frameworks for AI are necessary for future development.

AI welfare should be a top priority in business strategies.

There is a risk of under or over attributing consciousness to AI.

Corporate responsibility extends to societal impacts of AI.

The time for discussions on AI welfare is now.


Links

⁠https://eleosai.org/papers/20241030_T...