Should We Be Concerned About Artificial Intelligence Ethics?

As the enterprise becomes more steeped in machine learning, cognitive computing and other forms of autonomous infrastructure, the issue of artificial intelligence ethics keeps coming up. Science fiction abounds with tales of benign computer systems that suddenly conclude people are simply inadequate and set about destroying humanity. As amusing as it is, though, how realistic is it that artificial intelligence (AI) could someday pose a hazard due to its development as it continues to evolve? Are there any reasons (and surefire means) to keep it in check? According to WebVisions, there are two ways to program ethics into machines: Hard code them into their operating systems or establish guidelines that allow these machines to reach ethical conclusions on their own.