Emerging Technology

Framing ethical perspectives

Emerging Technologies are technologies whose development and/or practical applications are still largely unrealized. Carnegie Council’s events, experts, and initiatives focus on the emergence of artificial intelligence (AI) and related technologies and aim to map the field, illuminate topics requiring further research, and build a diverse community of experts, with the goal of ensuring that these systems are developed and deployed in a just, responsible, and inclusive manner.

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MAR 26, 2024 Podcast

When the War Machine Decides: Algorithms, Secrets, and Accountability in Modern Conflict, with Brianna Rosen

Arthur Holland Michel and Oxford's Brianna Rosen discuss the war in Gaza, the U.S. drone program, and algorithmic decisions, transparency, and accountability.

APR 9, 2024 Video

Algorithms of War: The Use of AI in Armed Conflict

From Gaza to Ukraine, the military applications of AI are fundamentally reshaping the ethics of war. How should policymakers navigate AI’s inherent trade-offs?

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JAN 23, 2024 Podcast

When Science Meets Power, with Geoff Mulgan

In this special episode, Senior Fellow Anja Kaspersen speaks with University College London's Professor Geoff Mulgan on the trends shaping technology's impact on society.

JAN 8, 2024 Podcast

C2GTalk: Why does the world now need to consider solar radiation modification? with Kim Stanley Robinson

Many objections to solar radiation modification have been overtaken by events, says "The Ministry of the Future" author Kim Stanley Robinson in this "C2GTalk."

JAN 5, 2024 Article

Imagining Success in a Post-Quantum Future

Quantum technology could usher in a "new era of computation," writes Zhanna Malekos Smith. How can states, international institutions, and industries prepare?

DEC 4, 2023 Podcast

C2GTalk: How should the world govern new approaches to tackle climate change? with Andy Reisinger

The world is due to exceed 1.5°C warming, and countries will face more extreme consequences in the near-term, warns Andy Reisinger in a C2GTalk.

DEC 1, 2023 Podcast

Keeping Tech Ethics Grounded: A Discussion with Stephanie Hare

In this discussion with Senior Fellow Arthur Holland Michel, researcher and author Stephanie Hare describes the fundamental dimensions of technology ethics.

Launch of OSIRIS-REx, September 2016, Florida. CREDIT: NASA Goddard Space Flight Center.

NOV 29, 2023 Article

A Human-Centric Epic for NATO Space Domain Awareness

In this report on NATO's annual space policy summit, Visiting Fellow Zhanna Malekos Smith analyzes the challenges the institution faces in the final frontier.

NOV 28, 2023 Podcast

AI and Consumers, with Helena Leurent

In this far-reaching conversation, Consumer International's Helena Laurent and Senior Fellow Wendell Wallach outline the challenges that AI poses to consumers.

NOV 6, 2023 Podcast

C2GTalk: Should Global South scientists engage in solar radiation modification research? with Inés Camilloni

It's important for Global South scientists from the Global South to be engaged in research and discussions around SRM because its potential impacts would affect ...

Lady Justice statue in Dublin Castle, Ireland. Credit: Picpick

NOV 3, 2023 Article

Ethics as a “Science of Happiness” in Cyber International Relations

In this Platonic dialogue looking at the U.S. ethical and strategic goals in cyberspace, Visiting Fellow Zhanna Malekos Smith presents differing viewpoints and "systems ...

OCT 26, 2023 Podcast

Tales from the Hype Beat: A Discussion with AI Reporter Will Knight

In this discussion with Senior Fellow Arthur Holland Michel, Wired senior writer Will Knight reflects on a busy decade of reporting on artificial intelligence.