JCERJournal of Contemporary Educational Research2208-84662208-8474Bio-Byword Scientific Publishing Pty. Ltd.10.26689/jcer.v9i3.9921ArticleThe Double-Edged Sword of Artificial Intelligence: Ethics and Privacy Protection in Future Examshttps://artdesignp.com/journal/JCER/9/3/10.26689/jcer.v9i3.9921SunHaidong,LuHuarui,ZhaoDiexiang2025932025-03-28The widespread application of artificial intelligence (AI) technology in exams has significantly improved the efficiency and fairness of exams; it has also brought challenges of ethics and privacy protection. The article analyzes the fairness, transparency, and privacy protection issues caused by AI in exams and proposes strategic solutions. This article aims to provide guidance for the rational application of AI technology in exams, ensuring a balance between technological progress and ethical protection by strengthening laws and regulations, enhancing technological transparency, strengthening candidates’ privacy rights, and improving the management measures of educational examination institutions.

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