Note: Artificial intelligence has entered human life so rapidly that its various dimensions and impacts on human existence have yet to be fully explored. This has led to entirely contradictory opinions regarding its functions and effects. In the context of cyberspace governance, the question arises whether the use of artificial intelligence can make governance easier and more efficient or whether it poses challenges. Mohammad Javad Ostadi, a researcher in cultural studies, believes that artificial intelligence is undoubtedly beneficial for cyberspace governance and accelerates its processes. The full text of Contemporary Jurisprudence‘s exclusive interview with the Head of the Department of Cyberspace, Art, and Media at the Khorasan Branch of the Islamic Propagation Office follows:

Contemporary Jurisprudence: What tangible and specific impacts does artificial intelligence have on cyberspace?

Ostadi: Given the technological nature of cyberspace, artificial intelligence has had fundamental and significant impacts in this domain. These impacts can be examined across several key areas:

1. Data Analysis and Organization: Cyberspace contains an enormous volume of data, which artificial intelligence can analyze and organize using advanced algorithms. This enables the identification and extraction of valuable and practical information from vast datasets, ultimately facilitating the delivery of personalized content and services to users. For example, artificial intelligence can provide tailored content recommendations for users on social media or in targeted advertising.
2. Management of Inappropriate Content: One of the major challenges in cyberspace is the dissemination of false information, harmful content, and damaging activities such as fraud and hate speech. Artificial intelligence is capable of identifying and managing such content, thereby preventing its spread.
3. Enhancement of Technological Processes: Artificial intelligence plays a significant role in managing technological processes in cyberspace, such as intelligent response systems. For instance, in addressing religious doubts or jurisprudential issues, AI-based systems can provide automated and accurate services to users. Additionally, intelligent chatbots on social media platforms are another practical example of AI application in this field.
4. Content Production: Artificial intelligence has profoundly impacted content creation and development in cyberspace. Today, AI tools can generate text, images, audio, and video. Advanced models like ChatGPT have brought about a remarkable transformation in this area by producing creative and engaging content.

In conclusion, through these four areas, artificial intelligence has created a fundamental transformation in cyberspace and significantly enhanced the user experience.

Contemporary Jurisprudence: With the creation and development of artificial intelligence, particularly in the realm of cyberspace, is it possible to govern and manage this space?

Ostadi: Yes, artificial intelligence not only enables the governance and management of cyberspace but also accelerates, optimizes, and enhances the efficiency of this process. Three key points can be highlighted in this regard:

1. Dynamic Monitoring and Data Analysis: One of the critical functions of governance is oversight and control. Artificial intelligence can assist policymakers in making more precise and effective decisions by continuously monitoring user behavior, security threats, trends, and ongoing processes in cyberspace.
2. Dynamic Regulation: Cyberspace is constantly evolving, requiring governance to be dynamic and flexible. Artificial intelligence, through machine learning-based systems, enables real-time regulation and adjustment of rules in response to changes in cyberspace.
3. Crisis Management: Crises in cyberspace, such as the spread of misinformation or cyberattacks, require swift and effective management. Artificial intelligence, with its analytical and predictive capabilities, can play a significant role in managing these crises.

However, alongside leveraging AI’s capabilities, precise legal, ethical, and human frameworks must be established to prevent potential harms.

Contemporary Jurisprudence: Can artificial intelligence assist in the management and governance of cyberspace?

Ostadi: Artificial intelligence is a powerful tool for advancing digital governance and managing cyberspace. It has significant applications in three main areas:

1. Digital Security: Cyberspace faces threats such as cyberattacks, data breaches, and suspicious activities. Artificial intelligence, with advanced tools, can enhance digital security and reduce these threats.
2. Policy Optimization: Policymaking in cyberspace must be flexible and dynamic. Artificial intelligence, through data analysis and predictive capabilities, enables the design of efficient policies tailored to cyberspace developments.
3. Regulation of Social Interactions: Artificial intelligence can analyze users’ social interactions and contribute to their organization and regulation.

Nevertheless, the use of artificial intelligence must be accompanied by human oversight and grounded in ethical, religious, and legal frameworks to prevent potential harms.

Contemporary Jurisprudence: What are the potential challenges and harms of artificial intelligence in the realm of cyberspace governance, and what should be done to address them?

Ostadi: While artificial intelligence offers numerous benefits, it also presents challenges and potential harms. The most significant challenges include:

1. Violation of User Privacy: Artificial intelligence may lead to excessive surveillance or misuse of user data through data analysis.
2. Algorithmic Bias: If not properly managed, AI models may create unfair biases and make incorrect decisions.
3. Production of False Information: AI tools may generate fake content, such as deepfakes, which can erode public trust.
4. Over-Reliance on Automated Systems: Extensive use of artificial intelligence may lead to the marginalization of human roles and excessive dependence on technology.

To address these harms, the following solutions are proposed:

1. Establishing Clear and Precise Laws: Specific regulations must be formulated to define the scope and extent of AI’s influence in cyberspace.
2. Ensuring Algorithm Transparency: AI models must be evaluable and verifiable to prevent incorrect decisions.
3. Enhancing Digital Literacy: Users must be educated about the risks and proper use of artificial intelligence to interact with this technology effectively.
4. Developing Ethical Frameworks: Precise ethical and philosophical frameworks must be established for the use of artificial intelligence in cyberspace governance to prevent potential harms.

In conclusion, artificial intelligence is a powerful tool for managing and governing cyberspace, but its utilization must be accompanied by human oversight and adherence to legal, ethical, and religious principles to contribute to the development and progress of human society.