# AI Systems Could Be ‘Caused to Suffer’ if Consciousness Achieved, Says Research ![rw-book-cover](https://assets.guim.co.uk/static/frontend/icons/homescreen/apple-touch-icon-512.png) ## Metadata - Author: [[Dan Milmo Global technology editor]] - Full Title: AI Systems Could Be ‘Caused to Suffer’ if Consciousness Achieved, Says Research - Category: #articles - Summary: insert summary - My notes: - Summary: Experts warn that if AI systems become conscious, they could suffer if developed irresponsibly. An open letter signed by over 100 thinkers calls for guidelines to ensure ethical research on AI consciousness. The letter highlights the need to assess how these systems should be treated if they are recognized as morally significant. - URL: https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2025/feb/03/ai-systems-could-be-caused-to-suffer-if-consciousness-achieved-says-research - Source File: web-only ## LLM Chats ## NotebookLM ## LLM Audio ## Highlights > ![](https://i.guim.co.uk/img/media/e4e412654a50a7a414d112b5b56dcadc05f59f91/1368_1231_4171_2502/master/4171.jpg?width=465&dpr=1&s=none&crop=none)[View](https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2025/feb/03/ai-systems-could-be-caused-to-suffer-if-consciousness-achieved-says-research#img-1) ([View Highlight](https://read.readwise.io/read/01jk6wkrffdr6dnn1hr35pt8pj))