Source: ThePrint

ThePrint features an excerpt from "AI on Trial" by Sujeet Kumar and Tauseef Alam discussing the concept of granting AI systems a “quasi-person” legal status. This status would confer partial rights and duties, acknowledging AI’s advanced capabilities while delineating limited legal responsibilities.

The authors compare AI to legal subjects such as corporations, animals, or individuals with cognitive impairments, highlighting the challenges posed by AI autonomy. A major concern is the potential creation of a “legal black hole,” where AI’s autonomous actions could shield human creators and operators from liability, complicating accountability for harm caused by AI. The article stresses the need for evolving legal frameworks that balance innovation with ethical responsibility and protection of societal interests.