Experts Warn That Robots Should Not Be Given Legal Rights

BRUSSELS, Belgium (CBSDFW.COM/CNN Money) – Europe is thinking about giving rights and responsibilities to the most advanced robots. Many experts agree that this is a terrible idea.
The European Parliament passed a resolution last year that envisions a special legal status of “electronic persons” for the most sophisticated autonomous robots. The proposal is being considered by the European Commission, Europe’s top regulator.
More than 150 experts in robotics, art