“The Impact of Recent AI Developments and Debates on the Future of Society”

Will we lose our jobs to Artificial Intelligence? This question is causing a lot of anxieties in our society. Especially since the launch of ChatGPT-4 in November 2022, many people are doubtful that it will soon take away many jobs associated with digital marketing and coding. This is not all, a report by Goldman Sachs has said that we will lose 300 million jobs to various artificial intelligence. But this is not the only debate, but many people are also scared of other potential threats that AI can cause. But before we talk about the positive and negative impact of artificial intelligence,let us take a look at some of the recent development in the field of artificial intelligence:

1. By studying human behaviour, businesses like Nvidia have demonstrated how robots can carry out tasks in the actual world. An enormous improvement over how robots typically operate is that the machines can observe jobs being completed and then mimic those actions.Without any human instruction, a different bot programme named AlphaGo has taught itself sophisticated Go playing techniques. It’s anticipated that advancements in artificial intelligence will eventually lead to the development of robots that can function somewhat independently of people and human knowledge. Is it something straight from the pages of a sci-fi movie?

2. An AI female anchor called Sana has been introduced by the Indian media company India Today. She will provide daily news updates in multiple languages several times throughout the day. In addition, Sana will host a daily topical programme where she can engage with the viewers. This is not new, but many people are scared that it might take away the jobs of the news anchors.

3. AI image generators can create realistic images from scratch by learning from large datasets of existing images. While AI image generators have the potential to revolutionize fields such as graphic design, art, and entertainment, they may also have a significant impact on certain types of jobs. One area that may be affected by AI image generators is the field of graphic design, where designers create visual content for various media such as websites, advertising, and branding. AI image generators can quickly create high-quality images, reducing the need for human designers in some areas.

4. A recent study suggest that the combination of AI and digital mammography (DM) can improve the detection of breast cancer in patients with an elevated risk for the disease. The use of AI as an adjunct to DM resulted in a higher overall cancer detection rate and accuracy rate compared to DM alone.

5. The appointment of an AI program as CEO of a major Chinese company, NetDragon Websoft, has garnered significant attention in the tech industry. The AI program, Tang Yu, is a virtual humanoid robot that uses machine learning algorithms to support decision-making for the company’s daily operations.Since its appointment in August, Tang Yu has been successful in outperforming Hong Kong’s Hang Seng Index, a major stock market index in Asia. As a result, the share price of NetDragon Websoft has increased by 10%, pushing the company’s valuation above $1 billion.

While in the above case we have given examples of some recent developments in the field of Artificial Intelligence, we can see how the new generative tool is creating a massive change around us. While some are lauding these changes, many people are against this development, citing it as a matter of concern for the near future.

In the light of the above issue, a group of scientists, entrepreneurs, and researchers did indeed sign an open letter to call for a suspension of AI development, at least until adequate safety measures could be put in place. The letter was organized by the Future of Life Institute, a non-profit organization that aims to mitigate existential risks facing humanity.

Elon Musk, the CEO of SpaceX and Tesla, has been vocal about his concerns over the dangers of AI and has warned that uncontrolled development could lead to unintended consequences. He has called for regulations to be put in place to ensure that AI is developed safely.

Steve Wozniak, the co-founder of Apple, has also expressed his concerns about the potential dangers of AI. He has stated that he believes AI could eventually become smarter than humans and pose a threat to our existence.

It is worth noting that the call to suspend AI development was not a blanket ban on all AI research but a temporary halt on the development of highly advanced AI systems with human-like intelligence. The signatories of the letter wanted to ensure that appropriate safety measures were put in place before such systems were developed.

As we have seen, recent developments in the field of artificial intelligence have created both excitement and concern among people. While AI has the potential to revolutionize various industries and improve our lives in many ways, it also poses potential risks if not developed responsibly. The debates and discussions surrounding the impact of AI on society will undoubtedly continue as AI technology continues to evolve. It is important to remember that AI development should be done responsibly, with safety measures in place to mitigate any potential risks. We must ensure that we use AI to enhance human capabilities and not to replace them. With responsible development and proper precautions, AI can be a powerful tool for positive change in our society.