Computers with Salaries and Cemeteries

This book explores the evolving landscape of AI ethics through the insights of 30 practitioners and academics from around the world. By bringing together real-world applications, philosophical perspectives, and imaginative interpretations from science fiction writers and filmmakers, it offers a multidisciplinary lens on questions such as: What does it mean to build artificial intelligence and how can we hold it accountable for its impact? What does it mean to compete against machines—can it still be called sport? Would you trust an AI to manage your finances? Can an artificial system follow Buddhist teachings? And what does the history of robot fiction reveal about our current ethical challenges?

Drawing on their work across scientific research, industry, and entrepreneurship, the editors bring experience collaborating with organizations navigating the opportunities and risks of AI and other emerging technologies. The contributors are affiliated with a diverse range of international organizations, including the United Nations, ABB, Julius Baer, Nestlé, NTT DATA, Stellenbosch University, and the University of Oxford. Their combined perspectives ground the book in both practical and theoretical understanding.