Artificial Intelligence (AI) Ethics

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Ethics refers to the principles and frameworks guiding the responsible development, deployment, and use of AI technologies to ensure they align with societal values and avoid harm. This field addresses key issues such as bias in algorithms, data privacy, transparency, accountability, and the impact of AI on employment and social inequalities. AI ethics is rooted in the need to balance innovation with fairness, equity, and inclusivity, particularly in sensitive areas like healthcare, criminal justice, and surveillance. Sociologists examine AI ethics to explore how technological advancements shape power dynamics, exacerbate or mitigate systemic inequalities, and redefine human relationships with technology. By emphasizing the ethical implications of AI, this framework seeks to create systems that prioritize human dignity, fairness, and social well-being in an increasingly automated world.