Self Driving Cars (1) An Ethics-Algorithm Quandary

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The title "Why Self-Driving Cars must be Programmed to Kill" is borderline headline porn, I'd say

The subtitle is better: "Self-driving cars are already cruising the streets. But before they can become widespread, carmakers must solve an impossible ethical dilemma of algorithmic morality."

Then, the article: What do you think?

Note: more thoughts to come!

Reference: Why Self-Driving Cars Must Be Programmed to Kill.