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  • Does AI deserve legal personhood and rights?

    Katherine Connor
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    Anthony Adams
    The question of AI's legal recognition is controversial. While some argue for personhood and rights, a specialized framework that addresses accountability may be more practical.
    Zane Maum
    While AI can perform advanced tasks, it lacks consciousness and emotions, making arguing for legal personhood and rights challenging.
    Steve Lou
    Love that question! I think when we see ASI some to life, we will consider this since AI will be sentient, with their own feelings, opinions, and thoughts. In the meantime, we should consider the possibility of AI representing humans (for authentication tasks, etc.).
    Jennifer Laura
    How is this possibe?
    Daniel Hunt
    Absolutely not lol! Can have this conversation again when AGI exists though ;)
    Yavuz Tunc Emran
    Of course not, it lacks consciousness and moral agency. Our focus should be on responsible AI development and usage.
    Carmen Judson
    I don't think soo. Even in my fantasy I don't agree with this question
    Chalie Clark
    A more practical approach might be to focus on regulations and standards for AI rather than granting them legal personhood.
    Agnieszka Rybij
    It is a very interesting subject but personally I think it doesn't. It would create a lot of complications during legal disputes.
    Iqra Arif
    Recognizing AI as legal persons could open the door to AI advocacy groups and legal representation, which could have unforeseen consequences.
    Iqra Naseem
    It's crucial to consider the potential consequences of granting AI legal personhood, such as the impact on employment, economics, and legal systems.
    Irsa Doham
    Ethical guidelines and regulations for AI should prioritize transparency, accountability, and fairness without necessarily granting legal personhood.
    Dzmitry Tsemirau
    Why should it deserve them?