Conceptualising the Role of Intellectual Property and Ethical Behaviour in Artificial Intelligence

Abstract

The development of artificial intelligence has significantly affected all facets of human life, leading to many ethical and legal questions that have positive and negative consequences for individuals, organisations, and society. Amidst this lies the interaction between intellectual property rights and ethical behaviour in the development and use of artificial intelligence. While intellectual property acts as a catalyst for innovation, ethical behaviour ensures responsible and accountable artificial intelligence consistent with social standards. Accordingly, the beneficial effects of artificial intelligence can only be guaranteed by balancing intellectual property rights and ethical behaviour. This chapter thus discusses the notion of intellectual property and ethical behaviour in the context of artificial intelligence by providing a comprehensive historical review and reflecting on the creation and implementation of ethical artificial intelligence while preserving intellectual property rights.