This paper investigates the complex relationship between technology, religion, and sacrifice, positing this last term as a pivotal concept for understanding the evolution and impact of technological advancements. Through a detailed examination of various cultural and religious frameworks, it explores how artificial intelligence and other modern technologies both challenge and redefine traditional notions of the sacred and the profane. By analyzing historical and contemporary practices, the study highlights the paradoxical role of sacrifice in the digital age, serving as both a metaphor for the loss inherent in technological progress and a foundational principle that shapes the ethical landscapes of innovation.
Massimo Leone, Department of Philosophy, University of Turin, Italy
Full Tenured Professor (“Professore Ordinario”) of Philosophy of Communication and Cultural Semiotics.
Журнал “AI and Ethics“, 2022.