The Pyramid of Consciousness: A Conceptual Model for Artificial Consciousness and Human– Artificial Intelligence Hybrid Integration
Jorge A. Ruiz-Vanoye, Ocotlán Díaz-Parra, Francisco R. Trejo-Macotela, Eric Simancas-Acevedo, Juvencio S. Zarazúa Silva, Julio C. Salas López
International Journal of Combinatorial Optimization Problems and Informatics October 12, 2025 DOI: 10.61467/2007.1558.2025.v16i4.1184 (opens in new tab)
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| Key points | Argues that consciousness forms a continuum from natural to artificial, introducing "synthetic consciousness" as a hybrid of neural and algorithmic systems. Proposes a "Pyramid of Consciousness" framework to examine the ethical, legal, and ontological implications of human–AI integration, focusing on autonomy, identity, and the shifting boundary between organic cognition and intelligent machines. |
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This paper examines the continuum from natural to artificial consciousness, highlighting the biological basis of subjective experience. It introduces synthetic consciousness as a hybrid of neural and algorithmic systems and examines ethical, legal, and ontological implications of human–AI integration. The Pyramid of Consciousness framework guides reflection on autonomy, identity, and the shifting boundary between organic cognition and intelligent machines.