When we let artificial intelligence guess what to do next, what happens when it chooses badly?
Computer scientists are making tremendous progress in the field of artificial intelligence. The development of AI is giving rise to very interesting and complex ethical and legal questions. For instance, when we let artificial intelligence guess what is the most ethical choice amongst two undesirable alternatives, what should happen if the AI chooses poorly? Should AI be permitted to make these choices if a choice might result in the loss of human life?
The Partnership on AI is attempting to predict and address these issues. Its mission statement is to regularly engage experts to discuss and provide guidance on emerging issues related to the impact of AI on society. Today, The Partnership on AI announced that Apple, Inc. has joined as a founding member.
Oftentimes, lawyers, judges and law-makers will have discussions with organizations like The Partnership on AI to seek advice on how to adapt the law to new technologies, like AI. This is a crucial exchange of information.
The Partnership on AI's webpage is an excellent place to start reading about this organization, what it hopes to accomplish.
https://www.partnershiponai.org/2017/01/partnership-ai-update/