OLIVEIRA, Deivide
(2025)
The True Tragedy of Artificial Intelligence.
Abstract
The paper explores the “true tragedy” of artificial intelligence (AI), which occurs not as a futuristic apocalyptic scenario but as a modern crisis that impacts many areas of human activity, although we will focus on labor, economics, environment, and health. Thus, we examine how AI’s rapid deployment exacerbates inequality, environmental degradation, and healthcare issues. Labor inequities manifest through the proliferation of “microjobs,” and labor rights violations, while automation displaces millions of jobs globally. Environmentally, AI systems demand vast energy and water resources, intensifying their environmental footprint and water scarcity. Health concerns emerge from social media addiction and misinformation, undermining mental well-being and social decision-making responses. To address these tragedies, we suggest shifting from AI opposition toward AI containment, a term Suleyman (2023) used to emphasize regulation, corporate accountability, and international collaboration. Therefore, we propose actionable frameworks for sustainable human-centered AI development to secure future advancements and the integrity of current societal systems.
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