Introduction
In recent years, artificial intelligence gone from a science fiction to engine driving, economics, education, politics and almost everyday of our life. How fast it became a part of our life isn't it?
We are living in through an arms race, but this time weapon is artificial intelligence.
The 20th century had the Nuclear arms race; and here in 21st century we have AI arms race. The only difference this time is; the AI game has not just two players (US vs Soviet). Dozens of big corporations, nations and international community locked in this game.
Artificial intelligence is meant to make human's life simpler yet to outbuild one another often feels less about solving the problems and more about prestige, money and visibility.
When the concept of artificial intelligence first emerged, we believed it would help us complete our work more efficiently. But now, it seems more like a race to prove who leads in the digital battlefield of AI.
The stakes are enormous the artificial intelligence could transform humanity for the better or set us on a path or irreversible harm.
The Promises of AI
Artificial intelligence carries revolutionary promises. It helps humans with complex tasks were previously required a big human effort, time and resources. From automation of repeating office tasks to analysing datasets in seconds, AI act as reinforcement for human productivity. What once took teams of experts weeks can now be accomplished within hours and minutes.
The Concerns
"Unchecked AI could become the worst event in human history." – Stephen Hawking
The Irony & Ethical Questions
Historical Parallels
Conclusion
References / Further Reading
- OpenAI CEO Sam Altman’s warnings on AI ethics
- Elon Musk on AI regulation
- Stephen Hawking’s speeches on AI risks
- Future of Life Institute open letters