Risks Associated with Artifical Intelligence and Robotics

By Jagdish Krishanlal Arora

The powers of the brain or mind are beyond our control. I had written about artificial intelligence many years back and what we are seeing through the Hubble and other space telescopes was written by me many years before.

The risks associated with artificial intelligence and robotics are multifaceted and require comprehensive strategies for mitigation and management. Addressing ethical, societal, economic, and security concerns requires interdisciplinary collaboration, stakeholder engagement, and proactive policy interventions. By fostering responsible innovation and promoting ethical AI development, we can harness the transformative potential of AI and robotics while safeguarding against their adverse impacts on individuals, societies, and the global community.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Jagdish Krishanlal Arora
• Release date: Feb 18, 2024
• ISBN: 9798224331468

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Introduction

The powers of the brain or mind are beyond our control. I had written about artificial intelligence many years back and what we are seeing through the Hubble and other space telescopes was written by me many years before.

The risks associated with artificial intelligence and robotics are multifaceted and require comprehensive strategies for mitigation and management. Addressing ethical, societal, economic, and security concerns requires interdisciplinary collaboration, stakeholder engagement, and proactive policy interventions. By fostering responsible innovation and promoting ethical AI development, we can harness the transformative potential of AI and robotics while safeguarding against their adverse impacts on individuals, societies, and the global community.

I was also told that whatever we are inventing or discovering already exists and as time passes, we get to know them. Although, this book is about artificial intelligence and robotics, humans are trying to convert robots to duplicates of human beings.

I saw several types of robots talking and replying like human being and understanding about the surroundings and political and other news almost as the same as human beings.

This was visualised by aliens more than 50 years ago and now it has become a reality as expected. What is going to happen in future is also known but it cannot be explained or foretold as those occurrences are cause and effect and their direction changes if there is an obstruction.

I have already prepared a robotic control ethics rule which is listed in my book on CHATGPT. Similar controls will have to be implemented for robots, who are going to take over all humanity in future like nuclear bombs now control our lives.

As technology advances, the belief in God or a supernatural being will vanish, as when people see powerful robots, artificial intelligence systems, drones, advanced weapons being created by them and there is no God appearing, they will think of themselves as the creators.

I have not seen God and have seen afterlife only for few seconds, so I cannot confirm of God exists or not. But as artificial intelligence takes over God will no longer exist as humans will no longer think as most of the work will be automated and run using artificial intelligence,

Intelligent humans will no longer be called talented and everything you do will be assumed to be created by artificial intelligence.

Furthermore, the development and deployment of autonomous weapons raise ethical and strategic concerns about the escalation of conflicts and the erosion of human control over warfare. The international community faces challenges in establishing norms and regulations to govern the responsible use of AI in military contexts, balancing national security interests with humanitarian considerations.

Security Challenges: AI and robotics introduce novel security risks across various domains, including cybersecurity, autonomous weapons systems, and geopolitical competition. The proliferation of AI-driven cyberattacks poses threats to critical infrastructure, financial systems, and personal data privacy. Malicious actors can exploit AI vulnerabilities to launch sophisticated cyber threats, necessitating robust defence mechanisms and cybersecurity protocols.

Economic Considerations: While AI and robotics offer opportunities for productivity gains and innovation, they also pose economic risks, particularly in terms of job displacement and unequal distribution of wealth. The concentration of AI-related wealth and power in the hands of a few tech giants exacerbates concerns about monopolistic practices and economic inequality.

Ethical Concerns: One of the primary ethical concerns surrounding AI and robotics is the potential for algorithmic bias and discrimination. AI systems are trained on data that may reflect societal biases, leading to biased outcomes in decision-making processes, such as hiring, lending, and law enforcement. Addressing these biases requires meticulous attention to data quality, algorithm transparency, and fairness in AI development.

Moreover, the deployment of AI in sensitive domains, such as healthcare and criminal justice, raises ethical dilemmas regarding privacy, consent, and accountability. The use of AI-driven predictive analytics in healthcare may compromise patient privacy, while automated decision-making in criminal justice systems could perpetuate inequalities and undermine due process.

Societal Impacts: The widespread adoption of AI and robotics is poised to reshape labour markets and job dynamics, potentially displacing human workers and exacerbating income inequality. Automation threatens to eliminate routine and low-skilled jobs, requiring workers to adapt to new skill requirements or face unemployment. Additionally, the rise of autonomous systems in transportation and logistics may disrupt entire industries, leading to social upheaval and economic dislocation.

Furthermore, AI-powered misinformation and deepfake technology pose significant threats to societal cohesion and democratic processes. The proliferation of fake news and manipulated media undermines trust in institutions and distorts public discourse, posing challenges for media literacy and democratic governance.

The notion that AI and robotics promote laziness in humans is a complex and multifaceted issue that warrants careful consideration. While it is true that these technologies have the potential to automate tasks and reduce the need for manual labour, attributing laziness solely to their presence oversimplifies the broader societal and psychological factors at play. Let's explore this assertion in more depth.

Automation and Efficiency: AI and robotics are designed to streamline processes, increase efficiency, and alleviate mundane or repetitive tasks. In many industries, such as manufacturing and logistics, automation has led to significant productivity gains and cost savings. However, it is essential to recognize that the goal of automation is not to encourage laziness but rather to free up human workers to focus on more complex and creative endeavours.

Changing Nature of Work: The rise of AI and robotics is reshaping the nature of work, leading to the automation of certain job roles while creating new opportunities in others. While some may perceive automation as enabling laziness by reducing the need for manual labour, it is more accurate to view it as a shift towards higher-skilled, knowledge-based work. Moreover, the increased automation of tasks can foster innovation and entrepreneurship, as individuals are freed from routine activities to pursue more meaningful and fulfilling endeavours.

Psychological Impact: The perception of AI and robotics promoting laziness may stem from psychological factors such as complacency and learned helplessness. In environments where automation is prevalent, individuals may become accustomed to relying on technology to perform tasks, leading to a decrease in motivation or initiative. However, it is essential to recognize that human behaviour is influenced by a multitude of factors, including individual personality traits, organizational culture, and societal norms.

Societal Factors: The prevalence of AI and robotics in society is influenced by broader socioeconomic factors such as access to education, employment opportunities, and social support systems. In societies with robust education systems and ample job prospects, individuals are more likely to embrace technology as a tool for empowerment rather than succumb to laziness. Conversely, in environments characterized by economic uncertainty or inequality, the perception of automation as a threat to job security may exacerbate feelings of apathy or resignation.

Ethical Considerations: From an ethical