Abstract
The concept of self-sacrifice as it relates to artificial entities is defined. Illustrative anecdotes drawn from computer science, robotics, and microprocessor architecture are then provided. Building upon this we will argue for the utility of selfsacrifice in existing biological phenomena such as kin altruism. We will conclude
by making a counter-intuitive claim from the standpoint of information ethics:
that information should have the capability to destroy itself.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | Proceedings of the Eighth International Conference on Computer Ethics – Philosophical Enquiry |
| Subtitle of host publication | CEPE 2009 |
| Editors | Maria Bottis |
| Publisher | NOMIKI BIBLIOTHIKI |
| Pages | 625-635 |
| ISBN (Print) | 978-960-272-654-9 |
| Publication status | Published - Jun 2009 |
| Externally published | Yes |
| Event | 8th International Conference of Computer Ethics: Philosophical Enquiry - Ionian University, Corfu, Greece Duration: 26 Jun 2009 → 28 Jun 2009 |
Conference
| Conference | 8th International Conference of Computer Ethics: Philosophical Enquiry |
|---|---|
| Place | Greece |
| City | Corfu |
| Period | 26/06/09 → 28/06/09 |
Research Keywords
- ethics
- artificial moral agents
- artificial life
- artificial death
- self-sacrifice
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