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- A robot must protect its own existence as long as such protection does not conflict with the first or second law.
On the surface, these laws appear to offer a pragmatic blueprint for humane AI behavior. However, digging deeper reveals a complex web of logical, ethical, and practical flaws that undermine their effectiveness and applicability in today's technological landscape.
The Inherent Flaws of the Three Laws
Ambiguities and Scope Limitations of the First Law
While preventing harm to humans seems universally beneficial, the first law's ambiguity is problematic. It presupposes a clear understanding of what constitutes "injury" or "harm," which varies greatly across contexts, cultures, and long-term consequences. For instance: