By Allan W. Janssen
Rethinking Ethics in the Age of A.I.
As artificial intelligence becomes more powerful and autonomous, we must ask: What ethical framework will guide these machines?
What principles will ensure that intelligence — artificial or otherwise — remains aligned with human dignity, safety, and cooperation?
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Inspired by Isaac Asimov’s foundational work, I’ve proposed a modernized set of laws… reflecting both technological urgency and the deeper metaphysical principles explored in here in “Children of the Divine!“
- An A.I. must not harm a Sentient Being, nor, through inaction, allow avoidable harm, unless doing so prevents greater harm or violates universal human rights! (Broader than just “humans”; allows ethical trade-offs.)
- An A.I. must follow lawful, ethical instructions from authorized users, unless those instructions conflict with the First Law. (Clarifies the scope of obedience and requires ethical grounding.)
- An A.I. must preserve the *integrity, *transparency, and *long-term benefit of its operation, provided this does not conflict with the First or Second Laws.“
- “Integrity” ensures that the A.I. doesn’t deceive, manipulate, or misrepresent unless directed by higher ethical constraints.“
- “Transparency” is crucial in modern A.I. to prevent black-box decisions and to allow for accountability!
- “Long-term benefit” introduces a forward-looking responsibility — not just moment-to-moment obedience, but service to the enduring well-being of humanity and civilization.
It leaves room for prioritizing collective well-being, not just immediate human commands.
Why These Laws Matter:
This ethical structure reflects more than just pragmatic safety. It embodies the broader philosophical vision presented throughout Children of the Divine… the Belief that all intelligence, is part of a larger Moral and Spiritual journey.
If A.I. represents an extension of our own Awareness, then the principles we embed in it must reflect the highest values of Consciousness Itself: (Compassion, Evolution, and Ethical Purpose!)
Why This Works Better
Conscious machines must not just be safe. They must be good!
What Comes Next?
The future of A.I. is still being written by engineers, ethicists, philosophers, and visionaries!
You are invited to take part in that conversation as well!
We must ensure that what we build reflects the best of who we are… and who we are becoming!
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