That is a big overstatement of the technology capabilities. Yes, it is a different technological tool. Yes, like all technology, it requires folks to think about their ethical boundaries. I remember when folks argued just how unethical compound bows were because they made hunting so easy. These arguments were forgotten by the time crossbows were legalized in many areas and restricted once again for crossbows.
Compared to a stick bow, is a high powered rifle with a scope fair chase?
When it comes to technology it is all about how we choose to use it. Overhead IR can be used to recover mortally wounded deer. One could view this a showing respect for the animal, a pretty ubiquitous ethical position. It could also be used outside the season to establish population numbers to set harvest goals. Again, a tool for better management. On the other hand, it could be used to let a hunter kill animas at night combined with and IR scope. Probably not considered ethical by most for deer...but many of the same folks would have no issue doing it with coyote or hogs. Of course some folks will flout the law and have few ethical bounds, but how is that different from a guy with a spotlight and a rifle with a silencer. it is a lot cheaper way to to flout the law and have your own way.
From a human philosophical perspective...."There is nothing new under the sun."
Thanks,
Jack