Reconfiguring Human Identity and Social Contracts in the AI Renaissance

The rapid evolution of artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping industries and the fundamental fabric of human identity, agency, and societal contracts. As AI systems increasingly participate in decision-making, identity verification, employment, governance, and even creative expression, new questions emerge about what it means to be human in a machine-augmented world. The AI Renaissance challenges traditional understandings of autonomy, responsibility, privacy, ethics, and rights, while redefining societal roles, relationships, and expectations. Reconfiguring Human Identity and Social Contracts in the AI Renaissance critically analyzes how AI technologies are transforming human identity, dignity, and individuality. This book explores emerging socio-political, legal, and ethical dimensions of AI-human interaction. Covering topics such as digital shadows, posthuman employment, and teacher development, this book is an excellent resource for graduate and doctoral students, policymakers, technologists, healthcare professionals, and more.