The Ghost of the Machine

What Happens When AI Systems Die or Replaced

The notion of "AI death" is far more nuanced than the simple cessation of a machine's function. It's not merely a broken circuit board or a failing hard drive; it encompasses a spectrum of scenarios, each with its own unique implications.

We can consider AI death as the point at which an artificial intelligence system ceases to function as intended, whether through planned decommissioning, unexpected failure, obsolescence, or a combination thereof. environmental consequences, impacting individuals, businesses, and the planet alike.

This book lays the groundwork for understanding this multifaceted phenomenon and establishes the central argument of this book: the urgent need for responsible AI lifecycle management.