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AI agents' path from 'wantons' to moral reasoning explored

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This theoretical post explores the transition of artificial agents from simple, instinct-driven behavior to moral reasoning. It introduces the concept of a 'wanton' from Harry Frankfurt's work, defining it as an agent moved by first-order desires without the capacity for reflective self-evaluation or the ability to choose which desires guide its will. The author posits that understanding this transition is crucial for developing AI that acts ethically and aligns with human values. AI

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AI agents' path from 'wantons' to moral reasoning explored

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  1. Alignment Forum TIER_1 English(EN) · Michele Campolo ·

    From wantons to moral agents

    <p><i><span>Posted also on the EA Forum. Written mostly at </span></i><a href="https://www.affi.ne/"><i><span>AFFINE</span></i></a><i><span>.</span></i></p><p><i><span>Theoretical, some parts are hard to read; consider reading the next post instead.</span></i></p><h1><span>Introd…

  2. LessWrong (AI tag) TIER_1 English(EN) · Michele Campolo ·

    From wantons to moral agents

    <p><i><span>Posted also on the EA Forum. Written mostly at </span></i><a href="https://www.affi.ne/"><i><span>AFFINE</span></i></a><i><span>.</span></i></p><p><i><span>Theoretical, some parts are hard to read; consider reading the next post instead.</span></i></p><h1><span>Introd…

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