Keio University’s X Dignity Center Symposium Highlights Human Dignity in the Age of AI

A symposium was held at Keio University in Tokyo⁣ to explore the concept⁣ of ⁤human ‍dignity in the age of artificial intelligence. The event marked‌ the establishment of the Keio University X Dignity Center, where researchers from ⁣various disciplines will study how AI impacts human dignity. In today’s digital​ space, there is a growing “attention economy” that ​relies on extreme information to capture people’s attention. With AI generating vast amounts of data and individuals being​ exposed to ‌biased information, ‌there ⁢is a risk of distorted perceptions. Professor‍ Tatsuhiko Yamamoto, co-representative of⁤ the center, emphasized that ‍their research will focus ‌on defining and realizing human dignity amidst rapid advancements in AI.‌ The center aims to achieve⁣ this through interdisciplinary collaboration and cross-disciplinary research. Additionally, they value partnerships with industry and civil society, as evidenced by ‍their advisory board consisting of corporate representatives. Toshikazu Yamaguchi, Chairman of⁤ The‍ Yomiuri Shimbun Holdings and head ​of ‍the advisory board, expressed his expectations for the center’s⁣ activities. He highlighted how AI development ‍is constantly evolving at an ⁢unprecedented pace every three⁣ months, placing⁣ humanity in uncharted⁤ territory.