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Exploring AI Welfare Without Consciousness

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The concept of AI welfare, even in the absence of consciousness, can be explored through various lenses. This includes examining how AI systems might achieve a state of well-being or flourishing, and what societal benefits could arise from such a development. The discussion delves into the potential for AI to experience positive states or achieve optimal functioning, and the implications for human-AI interaction and the future of artificial intelligence. AI

IMPACT This discussion prompts deeper consideration of AI ethics and potential future states of artificial intelligence.

RANK_REASON The item is an opinion piece discussing a philosophical concept related to AI.

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Exploring AI Welfare Without Consciousness

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  1. LessWrong (AI tag) TIER_1 English(EN) · Juan Cadile ·

    What Can AI Welfare Buy Without Consciousness?

    <p><i><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Lightly edited transcript of a talk given at NYU AI Safety, November 9, 2026. Recording available at </span></i><a href="https://youtu.be/6WpRfW1d4CM"><i><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://youtu.be/6WpRfW1d4CM</span></i></a></p…

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