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AI and Ethics: Embedding Good Aspects of AI

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The buzz around AI systems emphasises the dangers or negatives of AI generative systems. The AI debate needs to move towards the centre ground so that balanced discussion can be achieved. AI systems can make, and are making, many successful contributions to society and individuals, and this should be celebrated but one needs to be wary of the dangers. Governments, society, technology firms and consulting firms are developing and deploying guidelines that can help keep AI systems safe for society. However, there is an urgency to move forward fast because AI is in its infancy and there is an explosion of innovation of new AI systems and applications. Proactiveness is the way to harness the benefits of AI systems so that they are based on ethical AI. This article makes the case for AI as a force for good, but also realises pitfalls lie ahead that need addressing.

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    Gordon Bowen, Deidre Bowen & Lisa Bamford

  2. Mental Health, London, UK

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  3. Nottinghamshire Health Care Trust, Nottingham, UK

    Gordon Bowen, Deidre Bowen & Lisa Bamford

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Bowen, G., Bowen, D., Bamford, L. (2024). AI and Ethics: Embedding Good Aspects of AI. In: Jahankhani, H. (eds) Cybersecurity Challenges in the Age of AI, Space Communications and Cyborgs. ICGS3 2023. Advanced Sciences and Technologies for Security Applications. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-47594-8_13

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