Publications & Media
The Ethics of AI Society of Waterloo produces written analyses, policy commentary,
and recorded discussions on the ethical and social implications of artificial intelligence.
Written Publications
The Dangers of Pseudoscientific Concepts in AI
Author: Matthew S.W. Silk
Is AGI and superintelligence a real worry or pseudo-science?
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Author: Matthew S.W. Silk
Is AGI and superintelligence a real worry or pseudo-science?
Coming soon!
The Algorithm Made Me Do It
Author: Matthew S.W. Silk
Can we preserve responsibility in the face of AI?
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Author: Matthew S.W. Silk
Can we preserve responsibility in the face of AI?
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AI Literacy Framework (Working Draft)
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Powerpoint Presentation
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Powerpoint Presentation
Media & Recorded Events
Ethics of AI Podcast
Keynote Panel Discussion – Symposium 2026
Recorded at Wilfrid Laurier University.
Recorded at Wilfrid Laurier University.
An Inquirer's Guide to Ethics in AI in Education
Presentation by Matt Silk and Ian MacDonald for the 2025 Teaching with AI Conference, University of Guelph, June 11, 2025
Presentation by Matt Silk and Ian MacDonald for the 2025 Teaching with AI Conference, University of Guelph, June 11, 2025
Maura Grossman – Ethics of AI Symposium (November 2024)
Keynote Address.
Keynote Address.
Waterloo Forum Debate (featuring Matt Silk) - Will AI Undermine Democratic Institutions?
September 17, 2025.
September 17, 2025.
Podcast & External Media
Reconstructing Philosophy Podcast
A philosophy podcast that has included many episodes about AI.
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A philosophy podcast that has included many episodes about AI.
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