The Cambridge Handbook of the Law, Ethics and Policy of Artificial Intelligence

An accessible and comprehensive overview of the legal, ethical and policy implications of AI from an interdisciplinary perspective.

Nathalie A. Smuha (Edited by)

9781009367813, Cambridge University Press

Hardback, published 13 February 2025

460 pages
26.2 x 18.6 x 3 cm, 1.04 kg

This informative Handbook provides a comprehensive overview of the legal, ethical, and policy implications of AI and algorithmic systems. As these technologies continue to impact various aspects of our lives, it is crucial to understand and assess the challenges and opportunities they present. Drawing on contributions from experts in various disciplines, the book covers theoretical insights and practical examples of how AI systems are used in society today. It also explores the legal and policy instruments governing AI, with a focus on Europe. The interdisciplinary approach of this book makes it an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to gain a deeper understanding of AI's impact on society and how it should be regulated. This title is also available as Open Access on Cambridge Core.

Part I. AI, Ethics and Philosophy: 1. Artificial intelligence: a perspective from the field Wannes Meert, Tinne De Laet and Luc De Raedt
2. Philosophy of AI: a structured overview Vincent C. Müller
3. Ethics of AI: towards a 'design for values' approach Stefan Buijsman, Michael Klenk and Jeroen van den Hoven
4. Fairness and artificial intelligence Laurens Naudts and Anton Vedder
5. Moral responsibility and autonomous technologies: does AI face a responsibility gap? Lode Lauwaert and Ann-Katrien Oimann
6. Artificial intelligence, power and sustainability Gry Hasselbalch and Aimee Van Wynsberghe
Part II. AI, Law and Policy: 7. AI meets the GDPR: navigating the impact of data protection on AI systems Pierre Dewitte
8. Tort liability and artificial intelligence – some challenges and (regulatory) responses Jan De Bruyne and Wannes Ooms
9. Artificial intelligence and competition law Friso Bostoen
10. AI and consumer protection: an introduction Evelyne Terryn and Sylvia Martos Marquez
11. Artificial intelligence and intellectual property law Jozefien Vanherpe
12. The European union's AI act: beyond motherhood and apple pie? Nathalie A. Smuha and Karen Yeung
Part III. AI across Sectors: 13. Artificial intelligence and education: different perceptions and ethical directions Inge Molenaar, Duuk Baten, Imre Bárd and Marthe Stevens
14. Artificial intelligence and media Lidia Dutkiewicz, Noémie Krack, Aleksandra Kuczerawy and Peggy Valcke
15. AI and healthcare data Griet Verhenneman
16. Artificial intelligence and financial services Katja Langenbucher
17. AI and labour law Aida Ponce Del Castillo and Simon Taes
18. Legal, ethical and social issues of AI and law enforcement in Europe: the case of predictive policing Rosamunde Van Brakel
19. The governance of algorithmic regulation in public administration Nathalie A. Smuha
20. Artificial intelligence and armed conflicts Katerina Yordanova
Concluding remarks Nathalie A. Smuha.

Subject Areas: IT & Communications law [LNQ]