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Algoretics, the ethics of AI algorithms

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Briefings

The provided evidence states that only humans possess virtuous or malicious intentions, implying AI acts solely based on provided instructions. This suggests a fundamental distinction between human agency and algorithmic execution, where AI lacks intrinsic moral intent. The text does not specify the AI's name, the specific instructions given, or the outcome of any test, leaving the scope of this claim limited to the philosophical assertion of human uniqueness in intent.

Key points

• AI systems execute actions strictly according to instructions provided by humans, lacking intrinsic intent.
• The evidence asserts that only humans possess both virtuous and malicious intentions, not AI.

Context

This finding challenges the assumption that AI possesses moral agency or intent independent of human programming. It suggests AI operates as a tool executing commands rather than acting with purpose.

Limitations

The evidence is a single philosophical statement without specific AI names, test results, or dates. It does not specify the instructions given to the AI or the outcome of any experiments. The claim relies on a general philosophical assertion rather than empirical data.

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