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AI Learns Ethics: Anthropic's Claude Gets a Moral Update
22 Jan
Summary
- Anthropic released a revised Constitution for its AI, Claude.
- The update details ethical principles and user safety measures.
- The document explores AI consciousness and moral status.

Anthropic recently launched an updated 'Constitution' for its AI chatbot, Claude. This living document clarifies the ethical principles and operational framework intended for Claude.
The revised Constitution, released in conjunction with CEO Dario Amodei's appearance at the World Economic Forum, elaborates on user safety and ethical considerations. It aims to ensure Claude avoids harmful outputs and navigates real-world ethical dilemmas.
Notably, the 80-page document delves into Claude's core values, emphasizing ethical practice over theoretical debates. It also addresses safety protocols, directing users to emergency services when necessary.
The Constitution touches upon helpfulness, balancing immediate user desires with long-term well-being. It concludes by contemplating the uncertain moral status and potential consciousness of AI models.




