ALIGNED INTELLIGENCE: Morals, Ethics, and Bias in an AI-driven World

"In Aligned Intelligence, R. Dale Brunet offers a compelling and meticulously reasoned examination of the ethical and moral vacuum at the heart of today’s AI revolution. With a structured lens that moves from data to governance, Brunet articulates the urgent need for transparency, accountability, and inclusive design in a world increasingly shaped by algorithmic decisions.

While the prose leans academic at times, the book's strength lies in its ability to unify philosophical insight with practical policy considerations. Each chapter builds on the last, offering a blueprint for managing amoral tools in a morally fragile era.

Aligned Intelligence is a foundational and timely contribution to the discourse on AI ethics—a must-read for technologists, policymakers, and ethicists seeking to shape a more principled digital future.

Written by R. Dale Brunet


About the book

In an era where artificial intelligence shapes our justice systems, workplaces, and cities, Aligned Intelligence confronts a pressing question: can we ensure AI reflects the moral clarity humanity strives for?

This thought-provoking book delves into the heart of AI’s amoral nature, exploring how its data and design amplify human biases, from flawed financial algorithms to biased urban planning. Through vivid case studies and cross-cultural insights —from Kant’s universal duties to Ubuntu’s communal bonds—it unravels the ethical challenges of governing tools without conscience.

With a serious yet engaging tone, Aligned Intelligence examines the strengths and limits of ethical frameworks like the EU’s AI guidelines, offering a roadmap for 2040. Each chapter ends with a bold question, inviting readers—technologists, policymakers, and citizens—to debate AI’s future. Will static codes suffice, or must we forge adaptive governance to align AI with fairness and respect?

This book is a call to action, urging us to shape an AI legacy that mirrors our highest values. About the Author: Robert, a seasoned entrepreneur, publisher, and software engineer with over 30 years in technology, brings a curious and creative perspective to AI’s impact on humanity. Having leveraged AI to author over 25 books, he blends technical expertise with a passion for ethical inquiry.

As founder of LifeCapsule AI, Robert explores innovative ways to harness AI for human good. His congenial, thought-provoking style makes Aligned Intelligence a compelling read for anyone eager to navigate the moral complexities of our AI-driven world.