1 The rise of machine intelligence
This chapter covers
- How AI is transforming industries and empowering lives
- The challenges associated with AI
- Some of the remarkable contributions of early innovators
Few ideas have captured the imagination like artificial intelligence (AI). The notion of “thinking machines” has been a theme in scientific literature and popular culture for decades. Now, AI is poised to be a transformative economic force that will amplify productivity and give birth to entirely new industries and markets. Recently, generative AI tools like ChatGPT have attracted exceptional attention and substantial investments.
While there is no doubt that AI has made incredible advancements, it is important to temper this enthusiasm with a dose of reality. Many AI applications are still in their infancy, and the road to achieving true artificial general intelligence remains long and uncertain. Separating genuine advancements from exaggerated claims is essential to harness the true potential of AI while navigating the challenges it presents. In this book, we’ll look at the current state of AI and consider where AI may be going next.