Ethical Considerations in AI Development: Balancing Autonomy and Accountability

Department of IT, Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Hyderabad, Telangana , 500085, India.
* Corresponding author. Email: bheemashankerneyigapula@gmail.com
Manuscript submitted March 21, 2024; revised May 9, 2024; accepted June 10, 2024.

Abstract—The rapid advancement of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology has paved the way for transformative applications in various domains. However, as AI systems become increasingly autonomous, concerns about their ethical implications have escalated. This research paper explores the critical ethical considerations in AI development, focusing on the delicate balance between AI autonomy and human accountability. A comprehensive literature review elucidates the foundational ethical principles guiding AI development, including fairness, transparency, privacy, and human autonomy. The paper examines challenges arising from autonomous AI systems, such as the lack of explainability and account- ability gaps. To address these challenges, the paper proposes strategies to balance autonomy and accountability, encompassing interpretable AI, human-in-the-loop approaches, and ethical design guidelines. Moreover, the paper explores the significance of ethical AI governance and the role of public involvement and collaborative regulation in shaping responsible AI practices. Real-world case studies exemplify ethical AI practices in healthcare, autonomous vehicles, judicial decision-making, and social media. By synthesizing related work and providing recommendations for the future, this research paper contributes to the ongoing discourse on responsible AI development, ensuring AI technology benefits society ethically and responsibly.

keywords—AI ethics, accountability, transparency, fairness, explainability, data privacy, ethical governance, responsible ai development.

Cite: Bheema Shanker Neyigapula"Ethical Considerations in AI Development: Balancing Autonomy and Accountability," Journal of Advances in Artificial Intelligence vol. 2, no. 1, pp. 138-148, 2024.

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