ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND ETHICAL ISSUES

Artificial intelligence has rapidly become one of the most transformative technologies of the twenty-first century. While AI systems improve efficiency, decision-making, and innovation across multiple sectors, they also raise significant ethical concerns. This article analyzes the main ethical issues related to artificial intelligence, including responsibility, bias, privacy, and autonomy. Through philosophical and normative analysis, the study evaluates how classical ethical theories can guide the development and regulation of AI. The findings suggest that ethical governance and human-centered design are essential to ensure that artificial intelligence contributes positively to society.