I am a “Thou” Therefore “I am”: Embedding Values and Norms into Intelligent Systems

Abstract

The Enlightenment Era ushered in a platform for science to mark its epistemological territory, which has gained a following in a number of disciplines. One of these disciplines is technology. Technological advancements have progressed exponentially, to the point that on the ethics front, it has become challenging to catch up with this growth. Intelligent systems are a dimension of technological advancements that have, on the one hand, brought a considerable amount of convenience for society and, on the other hand, presented ethical concerns that require attention. At times complementary with capitalistic ideals, intelligent systems seem to be more appealing to the consumer than to the individual as a moral agent. Consequently, this paper aims to recommend a way forward when it comes to embedding values and norms into intelligent systems.