{"id":2541143,"date":"2023-05-09T14:29:03","date_gmt":"2023-05-09T18:29:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/platoai.gbaglobal.org\/platowire\/david-danks-a-member-of-the-ccc-council-discusses-aaas-session-in-acm-article\/"},"modified":"2023-05-09T14:29:03","modified_gmt":"2023-05-09T18:29:03","slug":"david-danks-a-member-of-the-ccc-council-discusses-aaas-session-in-acm-article","status":"publish","type":"platowire","link":"https:\/\/platoai.gbaglobal.org\/platowire\/david-danks-a-member-of-the-ccc-council-discusses-aaas-session-in-acm-article\/","title":{"rendered":"David Danks, a member of the CCC Council, discusses AAAS Session in ACM Article."},"content":{"rendered":"

David Danks, a member of the Computing Community Consortium (CCC) Council, recently discussed the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) session in an ACM article. The session, titled “AI and Society: Opportunities and Challenges,” focused on the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on society and the ethical considerations that must be taken into account.<\/p>\n

Danks, who is also a professor of philosophy and psychology at Carnegie Mellon University, highlighted the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration in addressing the societal implications of AI. He noted that while AI has the potential to bring about significant benefits, such as improved healthcare and transportation systems, it also poses significant risks, such as job displacement and privacy concerns.<\/p>\n

During the session, Danks emphasized the need for a comprehensive approach to AI ethics that takes into account not only technical considerations but also social and cultural factors. He argued that AI developers must be aware of the potential biases and limitations of their algorithms and work to mitigate them.<\/p>\n

Danks also discussed the role of government and policy in regulating AI. He noted that while regulation can be beneficial in ensuring that AI is developed and used responsibly, it must be done in a way that does not stifle innovation or hinder progress.<\/p>\n

Overall, Danks’ insights highlight the complex nature of the relationship between AI and society. As AI continues to advance and become more integrated into our daily lives, it is essential that we consider its impact on society and work to ensure that it is developed and used in a responsible and ethical manner. Interdisciplinary collaboration and thoughtful regulation will be key in achieving this goal.<\/p>\n