Age of AI // Blog 5

Age of AI ( First Hour )

AI is something that has been brought to many people's attention nowadays. There are many things to say about AI positively and negatively. AI has recently become highly prevalent in our lives but dates all the way back to the 1950s. Standing for artificial intelligence, AI’s purpose is to replicate human intelligence. While it can be incredibly useful, it also raises concerns due to its ability to make decisions independently of human oversight and its potential to invade privacy.

This video dives deep into China’s AI revolution, drawing comparisons between data and oil as valuable resources. China is frequently referred to as the new Saudi Arabia of AI due to its vast data pool. The large amount of data is crucial since AI algorithms perform better with more data they have access to. The video highlights some significant events that highlight China's quick development, such as the 2016 matchup between Go world champion Lee Sedol and Google's AI, AlphaGo. 

The video explains different views on AI and job loss, suggesting that around 50% of jobs could be at risk from AI in the next 15 years. Khai Fuli admits there’s a downside, explaining that while many AI projects don’t directly impact human jobs, some will definitely lead to people losing work. The idea is that AI is coming, whether we want it or not, and it’s going to change the job market. White-collar jobs, which rely heavily on numbers and analysis, are easier to replace with software, so roles like reporting, trading, telemarketing, customer service, and data analysis are especially at risk. On the other hand, blue-collar jobs that require physical skills, like hand-eye coordination, are safer for now since machines aren’t yet able to handle these tasks well.

I’m personally not a big fan of AI, and I haven’t used tools like ChatGPT mostly because of some of the things I’ve heard about it. I’ve only used them when teachers required them for research purposes. I can see the benefits of AI—it’s definitely helping advance the world around me. Beyond just tech, AI has led to major breakthroughs in fields like healthcare. It plays a huge role in innovations like self-driving cars and in discovering new treatments, which can be incredibly valuable for society. However, while these advancements make us more advanced, they also come with increased risks. By placing so much trust in this technology, we might be setting ourselves up for potential dangers in the future. There are many different kinds of AI, each handling unique tasks, but I believe it’s essential that everyone remains aware of both the pros and cons, and be cautious about what personal data they share with AI systems.