Viewpoint: A problematization of Artificial Intelligence Ethics: deliberative democracy versus agonistic pluralism

Abstract

The rapid proliferation of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies has ignited intense debates sur-rounding their ethical implications and human rights considerations. This article delves into the multifaceted landscape of AI ethics, where the promises of economic and societal advancement coexist with concerns over bias, privacy breaches, economic inequality, and threats to democratic processes. In response to the scope and complexity of AI ethics, this study suggests a research agenda rooted in the principles of deliberative democracy and agonistic pluralism. The proposed research agenda advocates for multidisciplinary, inclusive, and power-conscious AI ethics research. It encourages ongoing dialogue, empirical investigation, and action to safeguard ethics, promote fairness, and ensure the responsible deployment of AI technologies. The theoretical lens of deliberative democracy and agonistic pluralism can enable researchers to engage in the intricate AI ethics terrain and harness AI’s potential while addressing its ethical challenges in a just and equitable manner. This article serves as a call to action for researchers, policymakers, and practitioners to collectively engage in shaping an ethical AI future.

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