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Exploring the Dark Side of Artificial Intelligence: Shedding Light on Future Perils and Alarming Dangers Kindle Edition
A Message from the Author to Our Valued Readers:
We're in the middle of a big change because of Artificial Intelligence (AI). We use AI for a lot of things every day, but we don't talk much about the dark sides. This book will show you the downsides of AI with easy examples and movie stories. I've spent a lot of time studying AI, and I wrote this book to help you see the real issues without getting caught up in all the hype you hear in the news.
Abstract
In this book, we delve into the multifaceted landscape of Artificial Intelligence (AI), offering a critical examination of the hidden perils that lie beneath its dazzling promise. As AI continues to advance at an unprecedented pace, it has become imperative to scrutinize not only its capabilities but also the ethical, environmental, and existential questions it raises. We will discuss the dark sides and challenging issues of AI using well-known movies like "Her" and "I Robot" to clear complex situations shortly.
This thought-provoking exploration takes readers on a journey through the world of AI, unraveling the complexities that often remain concealed from public view. It highlights the potential pitfalls and consequences of AI technology, focusing on the following key areas, in addition to those mentioned earlier:
Energy Consumption: AI's tremendous computational requirements have substantial environmental impacts, including increased energy consumption and carbon emissions. This book sheds light on the ecological footprint of AI and the urgency of developing energy-efficient algorithms and infrastructure.
Explainability and Transparency: AI systems often operate as "black boxes," making it challenging to understand their decision-making processes. Lack of explainability raises concerns about accountability, bias, and trust. This book explores the importance of making AI systems more transparent and interpretable.
Controllability and Bias: AI algorithms can perpetuate and even amplify societal biases present in training data. This book examines the risks associated with uncontrolled AI systems and the need for mechanisms to mitigate bias and ensure fairness.
Autonomy and Safety: As AI systems become more autonomous, ensuring their safety and reliability becomes paramount. This book discusses the potential dangers of AI systems making high-stakes decisions without human intervention and the need for rigorous safety protocols.
Social Manipulation: AI-powered content generation and recommendation systems can manipulate public opinion and behavior. The book explores the ethical and societal implications of these manipulative capabilities.
- Healthcare and Privacy: The use of AI in healthcare raises concerns about patient privacy and data security. This book addresses the trade-offs between AI's potential benefits in healthcare and the protection of sensitive medical information.
- AI in Cinema (Reflecting Dreams and Nightmares): This section helps the readers to better understand the challenges of AI based on well-known movies.
This book is a must-read for technologists, policymakers, ethicists, and anyone concerned about the trajectory of AI in our rapidly evolving world. It challenges us to confront the dark side of AI, including its energy and environmental impacts, explainability and bias issues, controllability, and other critical dimensions. It empowers us to shape a future where the benefits of artificial intelligence are realized without compromising our values, privacy, security, and the well-being of our planet.
You can find a post about this book on my Medium account.
My Medium Account: https://medium.com/@a.m.saghiri2008
If want to see my resume and also other publication please see my homepage.
My Homepage: https://amsaghiri.github.io/
- LanguageEnglish
- Publication dateFebruary 15, 2024
- File size39316 KB
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Product details
- ASIN : B0CKDX5M6H
- Publication date : February 15, 2024
- Language : English
- File size : 39316 KB
- Simultaneous device usage : Unlimited
- Text-to-Speech : Enabled
- Screen Reader : Supported
- Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
- X-Ray : Not Enabled
- Word Wise : Enabled
- Sticky notes : On Kindle Scribe
- Print length : 131 pages
About the author
Embark on a transformative journey into the realm of technology and innovation with me, a seasoned academic and entrepreneur who is passionate about demystifying the extraordinary. My expedition through academia, encompassing my tenure as a postdoctoral researcher specializing in Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, and Smart Contracts, and my consulting role, has seamlessly intertwined theoretical knowledge with practical solutions. As an Assistant Professor, Researcher, and Lecturer, I've had the privilege of cultivating the minds of the future, while my Ph.D. expertise continues to propel advancements in systems through machine learning theories. Extending beyond my research, I've been honored to orchestrate and edit for prestigious journals and conferences, contributing over 70 papers that have profoundly impacted fields such as artificial life, biologically inspired computation, sensor networks, the Internet of Things, and Blockchain Technology. Concurrently, I've embarked on entrepreneurial endeavors, founding and helming multiple startups in the AI domain, further expanding the frontiers of innovation and technology.
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