Artificial Intelligence: examples of ethical dilemmas

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In 2016, a computer-designed painting, “The Next Rembrandt,” was created by a 3D printer, using deep learning algorithms based on analysis of 346 Rembrandt paintings. This raises questions about authorship and the role of technology in art.
In 2019, Huawei utilized an AI algorithm to complete Franz Schubert’s Symphony No. 8, leading to discussions on copyright and the recognition of AI as a potential author with rights.
The emergence of AI in art production necessitates a redefinition of what it means to be an “author,” considering both the original creators and the algorithms and technologies involved.
The impact of AI on human creativity must be carefully addressed, balancing its creative potential with concerns over its effect on the future of art, artist rights, and remuneration.
New frameworks are needed to distinguish between AI-generated originality, plagiarism, and piracy, ensuring human creative work is valued, artists properly compensated, and the integrity of the cultural sector maintained.
UNESCO’s Recommendation on the Ethics of Artificial Intelligence is a global standard to address ethical reflections regarding AI’s role in cultural creation and society.

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