Artificial Intelligence | 29 Dec 2023

Source: IE

Why in News?

The year 2023 has been a landmark year for Artificial Intelligence (AI) innovation, showcasing incredible advancements in various AI tools. These advancements offer a glimpse into the expanding potential of AI, particularly in creativity, conversation, and visual content generation.

• However, this surge in development emphasizes the critical need for enhanced oversight to ensure ethical AI use and equitable access to its benefits.

What is Artificial Intelligence?

• About:
  • AI is defined as the ability of machines and systems to acquire and apply knowledge and to carry out intelligent behaviour.
    • The term "Artificial Intelligence" was coined by John McCarthy, an American computer scientist and cognitive scientist. He was one of the founders of the discipline of AI.
  • It includes technologies like machine learning, Deep Learning, Big Data, Neural Networks, Computer vision, Large Language Models etc.
  • The ideal characteristic of artificial intelligence is its ability to rationalize and take actions that have the best chance of achieving a specific goal.
• Types of AI:

• Principles for the Ethical Use of AI:
  • AI initiatives should align with established ethical principles, human rights, and societal values to ensure responsible technological advancement.
    • Prioritize the positive impact of AI on individuals, communities, and society, emphasizing responsible use for the greater good.
  • Design AI systems to be transparent and explainable, allowing users and stakeholders to understand operations and decision-making processes, fostering trust and accountability.
    • Mitigate biases in AI algorithms to ensure fair outcomes, preventing discrimination based on race, gender, ethnicity, or socioeconomic status.
  • Uphold individuals' privacy rights by responsibly handling personal data, obtaining explicit consent, and complying with relevant privacy laws and regulations.
  • Establish clear lines of accountability for developers and organizations deploying AI systems, with mechanisms to address errors or harmful impacts.
  • Develop and utilize AI technology to enhance human well-being, address societal challenges, and contribute positively to global progress, economies, and environmental sustainability.
• Major AI Tools:

• India's Initiatives Related to Artificial Intelligence:
  • INDIAai.
  • Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence (GPAI).
  • US India Artificial Intelligence Initiative.
  • Responsible Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Youth.
  • Artificial Intelligence Research, Analytics and Knowledge Assimilation Platform.
  • Artificial Intelligence Mission.