| Abstract: |
The emergence of artificial intelligence has fundamentally transformed contemporary society, presenting unprecedented challenges to established human rights frameworks and ethical principles. This paper examines the intricate relationship between artificial intelligence technologies, ethical considerations, and fundamental human rights through an analytical lens grounded in international legal instruments and emerging regulatory frameworks. The research analyzes key legal developments including the European Union's Artificial Intelligence Act (2024), UNESCO's Recommendation on the Ethics of Artificial Intelligence (2021), and the Council of Europe's Framework Convention on AI and Human Rights (2024), alongside foundational human rights instruments such as the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. The analysis reveals critical tensions between technological innovation and human rights protection, particularly concerning privacy, non-discrimination, freedom of expression, and algorithmic accountability. This paper argues that effective governance of AI requires a human-centric approach anchored in international human rights law, supported by robust regulatory mechanisms, and informed by ethical principles that prioritize human dignity, transparency, and accountability in AI system lifecycles. |
