The New Fire: AI Ethics and Responsibility

A Tool with Two Edges

AI is a powerful tool, much like the discovery of fire. Fire gave us light and warmth, enabling new medicines and technologies. But it can also burn things down. We must consider the applications of AI, such as algorithmic bias and privacy concerns, and establish safety rules, just as we have fire safety rules, to ensure it is used fairly and for the benefit of everyone.

Real-World Example

A biased algorithm could assign higher risk scores to people from certain demographics, harming their access to loans or opportunities. Our responsibility is to build fair systems and reflect on the potential for harm.