Amsterdam to Host AI Philosophy Conference in October 2025
Amsterdam, Monday, 31 March 2025.
The Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam will host the 6th Biannual Conference on AI Philosophy on October 23-24, 2025, inviting discussions on AI’s impact by notable speakers like John Danaher.
Conference Overview and Speakers
The conference will feature prominent keynote speakers including John Danaher, Keith Frankish, and Emily Sullivan [1]. The two-day event will explore critical topics in AI philosophy, including AI consciousness, authorship rights, and the future of work in an AI-driven economy [1]. The conference represents the continuing evolution of philosophical discourse around artificial intelligence, building on previous successful events, with the last conference having been held in Erlangen, Germany [1].
Submission Process and Publication Opportunities
Researchers are invited to submit papers between 3,000 and 4,000 words by June 30, 2025 [1]. All submissions will undergo a rigorous double-blind peer review process. Selected papers will be featured in parallel sessions, with space for approximately 30 presentations [1]. Additionally, the conference will host a poster session accommodating up to 30 posters, providing an alternative platform for research presentation [1]. Accepted papers will be published in the diamond open-access journal Philosophy of AI [1].
Emerging Themes and Academic Context
The conference comes at a crucial time when ethical considerations in AI development are gaining unprecedented attention. Recent research highlights the impossibility of developing standardized benchmarks for AI ethics [2], making this conference’s focus on philosophical implications particularly relevant. The event will also feature discussions on bias, fairness, and transparency in AI systems, reflecting growing concerns about AI’s societal impact [1]. This aligns with current academic discourse on the challenges of ensuring accountable and trustworthy AI development [3].
Organization and Registration
The conference is organized by members of the Society for Philosophy of AI, including Guido Löhr, Vincent Müller, Ian Robertson, Carlo Ierna, and Chris Ranalli [1]. While being hosted at the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, known for its strong philosophy department and ongoing research in AI ethics [4], the conference welcomes international participation through its EasyChair submission system [1].