Understanding ethics
Ethics are the moral principles governing a person’s behavior or actions, the principles of right and wrong generally accepted by an individual or a social group. Or as my mom used to say, “Ethics is what you do when no one is watching.”
AI ethics, on the other hand, is a field of study that focuses on AI’s ethical development, application, and management. AI ethics involves identifying and exploring the potential unintended consequences of AI and considering how AI can be used fairly and responsibly to benefit society.
Ethics is proactive, not passive
Ethics is fundamentally proactive rather than passive. It demands taking appropriate actions in alignment with society’s moral standards, instead of merely delegating such responsibility to others. Understanding the distinction between passive and proactive ethics is crucial, and one can find a valuable lesson in the timeless Parable of the Good Samaritan from the Bible...
