Ethical Considerations in the Development and Deployment of AI Systems with Human-like Cognitive Abilities

Abstract

The development of AI that would have cognitive abilities similar to those of humans becomes a matter of profound ethical questions as AI systems are progressing. This study examines ethical issues associated with the development and usage of AI systems possessing human-like cognitive abilities. In this context, the study will explore the convergence of AI, ethics, and cognitive science to detect and critically examine ethical dilemmas that these advanced AI systems create. Key concerns include moral agency, responsibility, accountability, and the potential human societal consequences. Utilizing the relevant knowledge from philosophy, psychology, and computer science, this study provides a thorough analysis of the ethical aspects of AI possessing human-like cognitive capacities. Moreover, the research examines approaches for ethically managing, regulating, and controlling such AI systems so as to maintain their compliance with social values and norms. In addressing these ethical issues, there is a critical requirement to advocate for the ethical development and deployment of AI technology that improves human welfare and at the same time, mitigates potential risks and harms.