Artificial intelligence can be utilized in many areas of society to achieve benefits. We can develop systems that regulate traffic flow, optimize energy consumption, and create smart solutions in cities and agriculture. This can increase efficiency in society, but it can also bring unintended consequences.

The healthcare sector is particularly expected to benefit from AI. Even the most knowledgeable doctor cannot match an AI-based doctor who can read all the latest research, identify different patterns, and find innovative ways to combine medications. AI is already being used to interpret X-rays and similar medical imaging. Another example is when the company Alphafold analyzed approximately 1 million proteins in 2021 and shared its research. In comparison, it takes about a doctoral degree to perform such an analysis on a single protein.

Self-driving cars, buses, trucks, and trains will bring about significant changes. While some jobs may become redundant, there will be significant advantages. Self-driving vehicles do not get tired behind the wheel, adhere to speed limits, and are not distracted by mobile phone use. This also opens up opportunities for improved traffic flow and reduces the need for parking spaces.

Increased automation using AI-powered robots will be highly beneficial in many industries. Repetitive tasks that can cause factory workers to become bored and lose focus are ideal for robots to take over. In addition to maintaining focus, robots can deliver continuous work with high accuracy.

Within the education system, AI tools can be tailored to different student groups. Artificial intelligence can personalize learning experiences, provide individual guidance to each student, assess student work, and assign grades. This can also alleviate teachers’ workload by automating administrative tasks.

While there are many advantages to using artificial intelligence in society, there are also some negative aspects. There is a possibility of high unemployment and concentration of power. Such ethical challenges will be discussed in the next chapter.

Tasks
5.1)
Vocabulary Bank
Term Explanation
Doctoral degree Proteins Administrative Ethics

5.2) Which areas of society can benefit from artificial intelligence? Give examples of some of these areas.

5.3) What are the advantages of using artificial intelligence in the healthcare sector? Provide specific examples of how artificial intelligence is used in healthcare.

5.4) How can self-driving vehicles impact society? Mention some benefits and potential changes resulting from the use of self-driving cars, buses, trucks, and trains. Feel free to provide your own suggestions.

5.5) How can artificial intelligence contribute to advancements in the field of education? Give specific examples of how artificial intelligence can be used in the education system. Feel free to provide your own suggestions.

5.6) What are some of the potential negative aspects of using artificial intelligence in society? Discuss the possibility of high unemployment and concentration of power.

5.7)

A) What did the company Alphafold do in 2021?
B) Find out why it is considered positive.