Artificial Intelligence from the Perspectives of Philosophy, Sociology and Communication

Abstract

The article discusses the main ideas presented at a scientific conference on artificial intelligence viewed from the perspectives of philosophy, sociology and communication. AI cannot be regarded merely as a narrow technical or computer science topic, since its development raises fundamental questions about the nature of the human mind, the cognitive capacities and creativity of the human being, and the development of society. The papers presented at the conference reveal not only the new opportunities that AI opens up for humanity, but also the risks it poses in education, media, politics, warfare, artistic creativity, social inequality, human self-understanding, and other domains. The article shows that AI’s ability to perform various tasks quickly and efficiently does not mean that it can take over what is most essential to human beings – understanding, interpretation, value orientations, the creation of meaning, and a responsible relationship with other people and with the natural and social environment. Therefore, the development of AI compels us to consider not only what technologies can do better or faster than human beings, but also what still remains beyond the reach of algorithms – lived experience, embodiment, creative intention, moral responsibility, and the capacity to reflect on the meaning of one’s actions. The article argues that AI should be understood not only as a technological system, but also as a social, cultural and political force reshaping human values and everyday life. It concludes that AI must be assessed in an interdisciplinary way, taking into account not only criteria of innovation or performance, but also its consequences for human beings, democracy, and meaningful human existence.