Data Ethics PBL phase 1

Group 3

Sr. no Name Roll No. PRN No.

1 Patel Shifa 472038 22120102

2 Aditi Nikam 472072 22120155

3 Tarekh Shaikh 472075 22120262

4 Devkinandan Jagtap 472015 22010627

Microsoft's Tay
Chatbot: A Case
Study in AI and Data
Ethics
This case study delves into the ethical and technical challenges
encountered with Microsoft's Tay chatbot, providing insights into the
implications for AI chatbot development. By analyzing the factors that
contributed to Tay's rapid descent into offensive behavior, as well as the
subsequent fallout and lessons learned, this study sheds light on the
complexities of designing, deploying, and regulating AI chatbots in
today's digital landscape.
Points of consideration for the case
study
Tay's Launch and intital
Response.
Biases in case of Tay
Training Data Bias
Algorithmic Bias
User Inter action Bias
Platform and Environment Bias
Ethical Implications
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2 Controversy and Offensive
Behavior
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4 Microsoft's Ethical
Missteps with Tay: A Virtue
Ethics Analysis
Virtue Ethics focuses on developing
good character traits, or virtues, to
guide our actions. In the context of AI
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development, these virtues translate
to building systems that embody
ethical principles.
6 Lessons Learned and the
Future of AI Chatbots
Conclusion:
The Tay case study offers valuable insights into the ethical and technical challenges of AI chatbots. By
learning from these missteps, we can build more robust and responsible AI systems that benefit
society and promote positive human-AI interaction. The future of AI chatbots hinges on striking a
balance between innovation and ethical considerations, ensuring trust and safety for all users. By
analyzing Microsoft's failures through the lens of Virtue Ethics, we see how their actions lacked the
moral character needed for responsible AI development. The incident serves as a cautionary tale,
highlighting the importance of integrating ethical considerations throughout the AI development
lifecycle. By prioritizing fairness, respecting privacy, and fostering cultural sensitivity, developers can
build AI systems that contribute positively to society.