Philosophers Shape AI Chatbot Ethics at Google DeepMind

The behavior of AI chatbots like ChatGPT and Gemini is increasingly influenced by in-house philosophers at major tech companies. Atoosa Kasirzadeh, a philosophy professor at Mellon University, joined Google DeepMind this year to work on AI ethics and regulation. She is one of four influential philosophers shaping the industry's approach to AI morality. Kasirzadeh advocates for stronger regulation of AI systems, reflecting a growing trend of tech firms hiring ethicists to guide chatbot conduct. The article highlights the critical role these philosophers play in determining how AI models respond to users, raising questions about whose moral standards are embedded in the technology.