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planning, and problem-solving (Oxford Dictionary, 2016). E.g the Hanson robot and Automonous
mobile robots Such as delivery robots.
5. Unemployment and Job Displacement: As AI and automation become more prevalent, there is a
risk of significant job displacement, particularly in industries that rely heavily on routine tasks (Ford,
2015). The automation of services and manufacturing processes through AI and robotics can lead to
significant job displacement, particularly in industries that rely heavily on routine tasks.
6. Ethical and Moral Concerns: AI systems making decisions that affect human lives raise ethical
questions about accountability, transparency, and the moral implications of those decisions
(Bostrom, 2016).
4. Privacy Invasion: The increasing use of AI in data analysis can lead to privacy concerns as more
personal information is collected and processed to improve AI services (Citron & Pasquale, 2014).
1. Bias and Discrimination: AI systems can inherit or amplify biases present in their training data,
leading to discriminatory outcomes in areas like hiring, lending, and criminal justice (O'Neil, 2016).
2. Security Risks: AI can be used for malicious purposes, such as creating more sophisticated cyber
threats or autonomous weapons, potentially leading to new security challenges (CSIS, 2017).
7. Regulatory and Legal Challenges: The development of AI may outpace the ability of legal and
regulatory frameworks to adapt, leading to a lack of clear guidelines for the ethical use and
governance of AI technologies (Calo, 2017). The rapid pace of AI and robotics development can
outpace the ability of governments to regulate these technologies effectively. This can lead to a lack
of policies that protect workers' rights, ensure fair competition, or redistribute wealth, thus allowing
economic inequality to grow unchecked.
3. Economic Inequality: The benefits of AI may not be evenly distributed, potentially widening the
gap between the wealthy and the poor, both within countries and globally (Korinek & Stiglitz, 2017).
The deployment of AI and robotics requires significant capital investment, which is typically
available only to large enterprises or wealthy individuals. This can lead to a concentration of capital
and economic power in the hands of a few, further entrenching economic inequality.
8. Dependence and Control: As society becomes more reliant on AI for decision-making, there is a
risk of losing control over critical systems, leading to unintended consequences (Yudkowsky, 2008).
9. Technological Singularity: The hypothetical point at which AI surpasses human intelligence could
lead to unpredictable outcomes, including the potential for AI to act in ways that are beyond human
control or understanding (Vinge, 1993). The concept of technological singularity is discussed, which
is the point at which machines achieve human-level intelligence. While this is a hypothetical event,
there could be statistical models or predictions about when this might occur based on current rates
of progress.
10. Loss of Human Skills: Over-reliance on AI could lead to the erosion of important human skills and
knowledge, as people may become too dependent on technology for basic tasks (Carr, 2010).
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