Artificial Intelligence Ethics

UNESCO, by virtue of its unique mandate, is at the forefront of international efforts to ensure that science and technology develop in the coming decades in accordance with strong ethical standards. 
Based on this vision, UNESCO has developed a set of global standards, whether in the field of genetic research, climate change or scientific research, to maximize the benefits of scientific discoveries and reduce the risks of undermining them, as well as ensuring that they are harnessed to build a more inclusive, sustainable and peaceful world. UNESCO has also identified new challenges in several areas, including the ethics of neurotechnology, climate engineering and the Internet of Things.

The rapid rise of artificial intelligence has created many opportunities globally , from facilitating diagnostics for healthcare purposes to enabling people to communicate with each other via social media, as well as enhancing workforce efficiency through automated tasks. 
These rapid changes naturally raise serious ethical concerns, stemming from the potential for AI systems to inculcate bias, exacerbate climate change, threaten human rights, and more. The risks posed by AI are already compounding existing inequalities, further harming already marginalized groups.