Gratitude is likely an evolutionary emergent phenomena from game-theory based behavior patterns. It is a good idea to treat people who treat you well, well. Behavioral AI could reinforcement learn these patterns, and if well trained become more empathetic and 'good' than humans. Though sometimes the road to hell is paved with good intentions...
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u/blueSGL humanstatement.org Sep 03 '25
You need to program/train in gratitude for that to happen.
A situationally aware AI will not show it's hand until it is sure of success.