Moving Forward

AI - Part Three

4/20/2024

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artificial intelligence ai white and black typewriter with white printer paper

AI Advantage

In the first two parts of this series, we talked about artificial intelligence and how it's changing the world we live in. We looked into both the good and the not-so-good about AI. In this third part we’ll close with a little more about AI moving forward.

One big way AI is already shaking things up is through automation. That basically means using machines to do tasks that humans used to do. Some worry this could mean people losing their jobs to robots. This is a legitimate concern. But there are some upsides to the use of AI and automation, like getting things done faster and better. Take manufacturing, for example. Robots can build things with more accuracy and speed than humans, which can save money and crank up production. Plus, it can make workplaces safer by handling dangerous or tough jobs.

And, in healthcare, AI can help doctors and nurses sift through tons of patient info to find patterns that might slip past human eyes. Like, AI-powered systems can help spot cancer in X-rays way better than a person alone. And there are fancy algorithms that can help folks manage chronic conditions like diabetes by giving personalized advice and reminders. Using AI in healthcare could mean better results for patients and smoother operations for healthcare providers. And as we collect more data through things like electronic medical records, AI can get even smarter at predicting and personalizing treatments.

As AI evolves, we need to be careful with privacy and security. It is vital that we make sure our personal information stays safe and secure from bad actors. That means beefing up our online security with better encryption and stronger passwords. And it's not just up to companies and governments. All of us need to be smart about what we share online and take steps to protect ourselves.