The new age of artificial intelligence may include machines that are smarter than humans. They may be so advanced that they will have the ability to make earth shattering decisions that could virtually devastate the universe. It’s is not that far off. As the push for more interactive and advanced technology continues, scientists are developing more complex and intelligent systems. The article mentions cars that drive themselves; we already have cars that parallel park themselves. The author also mentions robotic house keepers; we already have robots that clean the floors and even the chimneys. We are at the dawn of this new age of advanced technology and, “ Are just a few years away from a catastrophic disaster brought about by an autonomous computer system making a decision--a disaster that will provoke a political response on par with 9/11.” http://news.com.com/8300-10784_3-7-0.html?categoryId=2045&tag=sb_cat
As society becomes more and more dependant on technology the growth of a consumer market for high end technology also expands.It is not uncommon to observe mass crowds, waiting on line, sometimes overnight to be the first to own a new high tech gadget. A prime example of this was the new i phone that was released in 2007.
The intrigue and excitement with having the newest cutting edge techno gadget is a reality. It is not far off to imagine each household with a robotic maid and even an artificially intelligent nanny. Benign Rosie on the Jetsons comes to mind as well as Arnold Schwarzenegger as the Terminator. These AI are two huge ends of the spectrum. She was polite and friendly with a sense of humor while he was a cold hearted killing machine. Of course these were only fictional characters but the possibility of robots like these being created is a definite reality. Which traits could Artificial intelligence potentially possess? Apparently, the creator can pick and choose what to put into or to delete from his or her creation. Could we build a robot with compassion that could express love? A robot with not only logic but feelings and emotions? I do not believe so. Scientists could however input so much data and intelligence that the decisions made would be he right decisions bases on analysis of the data. Bioethacists state that morality will have to be built in. Is it that simple?
Morality is a desired quality in humans but what about machines? Do we really want machines to be making ethical decisions? Several ethical controversies are not clean cut there are several variables and values that must be considered. These factors are looked at from every angle at all times considering the human element. Moral issues can not be analyzed and tabulated they must be pondered and soul searched. Sometimes the solution is not a definite one but a trial and error with alterations and adaptations to the course of action all on a journey to the final solution. I do not believe a machine can do all of that. Morality can not just be entered into a computer it must be experienced and felt. These are human qualities which I believe can only be possessed by man.
Bioethicists have been discussing AI and morality. I can only imagine a watered down, form of morality. Not wanting to offend others being tolerant and benign.I can not imaging a rigid severe judgemental form of morality. The concern is who would pick and choose what is to be entered into the AI.Would the scientist and or creator have the freedom to decide or will this process be monitored? The potential for disaster does exist. It is a scary proposition and one that will be emerging in he next few decades.
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