Altruistic collective intelligence for the betterment of artificial intelligence

This chapter explores the potential of altruistic collective intelligence (CI) in advancing artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. It emphasizes the interplay of cooperation and competition – coopetition – in fostering CI among developers. Drawing empirical evidence from AIcrowd, a platform that leverages community-based development, the study illustrates how a risky “trial-and-fail” strategy can drive AI innovation through peer production. It highlights how diversity of perspectives enhances development, suggesting that CI contributes to more ethical and robust AI systems. This approach democratizes AI development and integrates a strong culture of altruism, encouraging sharing and transparency. The findings suggest that altruistic CI could reshape the future of AI, making it more inclusive, innovative, and ethically grounded.