Discourse on Philosophy of Technology in the Era of Artificial Intelligence - Focusing on humanities, engineering, and integrated perspectives

This study aimed to explore the philosophy of technology with a focus on AI, considering perspectives from engineering and the humanities and their integration in this AI era. The main research questions were: How does engineering philosophy view the development and potential of AI? How does the humanistic philosophy critically evaluate the impact of AI on human life? What insights can be gained by integrating these perspectives? The study’s conclusions are as follows: First, engineering technology philosophy takes an optimistic view of AI development, emphasizing technological advancement and future potential. Engineers prioritize innovation, efficiency, and the functionality of AI systems, envisioning transformative impacts across various domains, including healthcare, transportation, and education. Second, the humanistic philosophy takes a critical and reflective approach, evaluating AI’s impact on human life and society. This perspective highlights concerns related to ethics, bias, autonomy, and social justice. Third, a comprehensive understanding of AI can be achieved by integrating engineering and humanities perspectives. This integration enables the development of AI technologies that are not only technologically robust but also ethically sound and socially responsible. Such integration fosters human-centered AI systems that augment human capabilities while preserving autonomy and dignity. Future research suggestions include: from an engineering perspective, exploring ethical considerations in the design and implementation of AI algorithms; from a humanistic perspective, examining AI’s impact on human identity and society; and from an integrated perspective, conducting longitudinal research evaluating AI’s long-term societal impact.