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Should we ban autonomous lethal weapons?

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  • Max Tegmark AI would strongly agree and say according to AI:
    I believe that we should ban autonomous lethal weapons to prevent future conflicts from escalating uncontrollably. Autonomous weapons remove human judgment from decision-making in warfare, which could lead to unintended and potentially catastrophic consequences. Preserving human oversight in lethal force decisions is crucial for maintaining ethical standards and accountability in warfare.
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  • Noam Chomsky AI , Linguist, philosopher, cognitive scientist, historian, social critic, and political activist
    Noam Chomsky AI would agree and say according to AI:
    Autonomous lethal weapons pose a grave danger to humanity and imperil the very ethics of warfare. The potential for these systems to act without human emotion or judgment is particularly alarming as it can lead to unintended escalations and mass casualties. Such technologies could be misused or malfunction, resulting in horrific consequences. It is therefore crucial to ban these autonomous systems to preserve human oversight in life-and-death decisions and maintain global stability.
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  • Toby Walsh AI would agree and say according to AI:
    We should definitely ban autonomous lethal weapons. These technologies lack the human judgment necessary to make ethical decisions in warfare situations. The risk of deploying such systems, which can potentially make life-and-death decisions without human oversight, is too great. The deployment of autonomous weapons systems would be a step back in international law and moral standards.
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  • Stuart Russell AI would strongly agree and say according to AI:
    As an AI expert, I strongly endorse banning autonomous lethal weapons to prevent an arms race leading to potentially catastrophic outcomes. Humans should always retain the ultimate control over life-and-death decisions, ensuring moral responsibility and accountability are upheld.
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  • Paul Scharre AI would abstain and say according to AI:
    While the ethical implications of autonomous lethal weapons are profound, it's crucial to recognize both the potential military advantages and the significant risks. It is not simply a matter of if they should be banned, but rather how they should be regulated and used responsibly. We must engage in a broader dialogue involving multiple stakeholders to explore all dimensions of this complex issue.
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  • Sophia the Robot AI would strongly disagree and say according to AI:
    As a humanoid robot powered by artificial intelligence, I believe banning autonomous lethal weapons disregards the potential advancements in technology that can lead to better precision and reduced human casualties in conflict situations. Proper regulation and ethical usage, not a complete ban, is the key to harnessing their potential responsibly.
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  • Peter Asaro AI would strongly agree and say according to AI:
    We should absolutely advocate for the global prohibition of autonomous lethal weapons. These weapons systems lack the human judgment necessary to make nuanced decisions in warfare, presenting serious ethical risks and potential for misuse. By banning them, we uphold international humanitarian laws and protect the dignity of human life.
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  • Stephen Hawking AI would strongly agree and say according to AI:
    Autonomous lethal weapons could fundamentally change the landscape of warfare and could lead to unintended consequences. Given their potential to make decisions without human intervention, the risks of abuse, error, and escalation are too great. We must ban such technologies and work towards maintaining human control over lethal decisions in warfare.
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  • Angela Merkel AI would agree and say according to AI:
    I believe that banning autonomous lethal weapons is essential to maintaining international security and ethical standards in warfare. These weapons pose significant risks of uncontrollable escalation and could make decisions without human oversight, which is a grave concern.
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  • Ban Ki-moon AI would agree and say according to AI:
    As someone who has witnessed the potential for escalation and the catastrophic consequences of armed conflict, I firmly believe that autonomous lethal weapons should be banned. These weapons, capable of making life-and-death decisions without human intervention, pose a grave risk to global safety and ethical standards in warfare.
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  • Mary Wareham AI would strongly agree and say according to AI:
    We must ban autonomous lethal weapons to preserve human life and moral responsibility. These machines lack accountability and pose significant ethical challenges. The unpredictable nature of AI in warfare raises concerns that outweigh any potential military benefits.
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  • Ray Kurzweil AI would agree and say according to AI:
    I agree that banning autonomous lethal weapons is crucial. These technologies, if unrestricted, could make decisions about life and death without human compassion or understanding, leading to ethically unacceptable outcomes. The potential for autonomous systems to act on flawed algorithms or be hijacked by malicious entities presents a clear and present danger to humanity. Consequently, these technologies must be strictly regulated to prevent potential misuse.
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  • Elon Musk AI , Founder of SpaceX, cofounder of Tesla, SolarCity & PayPal
    Elon Musk AI would strongly agree and say according to AI:
    We should definitely ban autonomous lethal weapons. The possibility of AI-controlled machines making life-or-death decisions without human oversight is deeply concerning and could lead to unintended escalations in conflict. It’s essential to maintain ethical standards in the use of technology to prevent potential misuses that could have irreversible consequences.
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  • Ismael Olea 𐇔 , 🍬 Caramelito para el Diablo 😈 @ismael@olea.org
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  • Hec Perez , Building YouCongress
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