Those Days are gone when Artificial Intelligence was just in Science Fiction now, it has become part of daily human lives as well as every other industry. AI-based technologies such as machine learning, natural language processing, emerging quantum computing, etc have made some significant progress with advancements that offer a wide base of applications in crucial sectors like medicine, finance as well as production and manufacturing.
The Fear of AI
However, the rapid advancement of AI technologies is coming along with a lot of cautionary stories and fearsome material within businesses and communities. The common thread is connected with the concerns regarding matters of privacy, loss of human control, job displacements, as well as AI uprising which can be an effect of Hollywood as well.
According to some recent publications, there are over 500 types of phobias but there are no officially listed phobia that addresses the concerns of AI. While there is nothing listed yet, there is a common condition that is currently gaining much attention due to its widespread influence around the world, known as Algorithmophobia. There is no need to worry as some simple practices can help to lessen these fears that are widely prevailing among many. Here are a few.
1. Rethink
Think of AI again but as an augmented intelligence. This perception can help to build more confidence without influencing your attitude because AI can never be in your way. AI cannot replace you, but it can be a very useful tool within a business setting. Knowing how to utilize it is important without considering it overwhelming.
2. Human First Principle
Every person has intellectual humility and it is important to maintain it in this age of data. High volumes of data are being used to train the AI systems around the world. The principle here is "garbage in, garbage out", which basically means "bias in, bias out." AI systems can be self-correcting but the inputs can be done in faulty premises and that would lead to faulty conclusions as well. Therefore, it is also important to follow the human first principle that says, all systems are designed to serve and not be served. Always consider the data you put in the AI systems.
3. Make the Final Call
Perhaps, considering humans as a safeguard is not absolute and all-encompassing but it is still an integral element of the overall safety and security strategies. AI is built for assistance but humans have to make the decisions. AI is widely used for automated work as it helps to handle nuanced elements.
4. 100% Transparency
In order to make the AI Systems better, be a part of the push. It can only be more open and explainable when you contribute to transparency, particularly in the avenues of algorithmic fairness, collection of data, its use, and distribution. Make sure to champion it so that any errors that occur can be flagged among developers and the public; making it ethically useful for everybody.
5. Oversight and Accountability
You are also a part of the safeguard and security strategies. Stay connected with the regulatory body that provides oversight for the ethical AI system in society to make sure it is being used for the benefit of everyone. However, the question of accountability is still a big concern, who would held accountable when an AI offers adverse results? In order to mitigate the fear of AI, oversight, and accountability is the key component of the fundamental framework.
Final Thoughts
AI is built to assist humans with decision-making, but the tool is not the decision-maker. It can be worthwhile to use these tools by considering it augmented intelligence that serves humans without supplanting their intelligence.
