“An increasing number of businesses are adopting new, advanced services that utilize
artificial intelligence.But what exactly is Al? And how can and how will Al affect the world today, employees and customers?”

AI is a machine’s ability to perform the cognitive functions we associate with human minds, such as perceiving, reasoning, learning, interacting with an environment problem, problem solving and even exercising creativity. It’s the ability of a digital computer or computer-controlled robot to perform tasks commonly associated with intelligent beings.

The seeds of modern AI were planted by philosopher who attempted to describe the process of human thinking as the mechanical manipulation of symbols. This work culminated in the invention of the programmable digital computer in the 1940s, a machine based on the abstract essence of mathematical reasoning. The field of AI was founded at a workshop held on the Campus of Dartmouth College, USA during the summer of 1956. Many of them who attended predicted that “a machine as intelligent as a human being would exist in no more than a generation”, and they were given millions of dollars to make this vision come true. Since the development of digital computers in the 1940s, it has been been demonstrated that computer has been programmed to carry out complete tasks. For example; discovering proofs for mathematical theorems or playing chess with great proficiency. AI is designed to continually fine tune algorithms and ensure they provide the most accurate results possible and focuses on choosing the right algorithms to reach a desired outcome.

It can be noted that AI makes it possible for machines to learn from experience,adjust to new inputs and perform human-like tasks. Most AI examples that you hear about today - from chess-playing computers,to answering deep critical questions, rely heavily on deep learning and natural language processing. AI can be used in different ways and different purposes. For instance; ChatGPT is versatile and can be used for more than human conversations. People have used ChatGPT to do the following;

Code computer programs.
Solve math problem
Create articles, blog posts and quizzes for websites.
Reword existing content for a different medium, such as a presentation transcript for a blog post.
Formulate product descriptions.
Assist with job searches, including writing resumes and cover letters.

The development of AI is processing so rapidly, that few can fully grasp how AI will be used in the future. It’s important for its potential to change how we live,work and play. It has been effectively used in business to automate tasks done by humans, including customer services work,lead generation and quality control. AI can perform tasks much better than humans, particularly when it comes to repetitive detail-oriented tasks,they can often complete job quickly with relatively few errors, it automates repetitive learning and discovery through data,it adds intelligence to existing products, it adapts progressive learning algorithms,improved efficiency and productivity e.t.c.

We’ve all seen the headlines about AI, both the good and bad. Regardless of what you think of the risks of using AI, no one can dispute that it’s there to stay. Below are some of the disadvantages of AI;

Costly implementation
Lack of emotion and creativity
Degradation
Reduced jobs for humans
Ethical problems
High production cost

As with changes to life, there will be positive and negative impact on society as artificial intelligence continues to transform the world we live in.

THE NEGATIVE IMPACT OF AI IN THE WORLD TODAY.
The concept of AI apocalypse suggest a scenario where AI surpasses human intelligence, leading for a loss of control, autonomy and imitation of human intelligence. This view point often portrays a dystopian future where AI systems become self aware,dominate human decisions-making and potentially threaten the very existence of humanity. This capability to be creative has always been a big part of what separates “human beings from machines”. Tools like chatgpt and Dail- E give the appearance of being able to carry out creative tasks. Such as writing a poem or painting a picture in a way that’s often indistinguishable from what we can do ourselves. Some of AI apps can be used in completing assignments or projects thus, gives students a free hand to be lazy.

Another negative impact of artificial intelligence in the world is that it can perpetuate biases and inequalities if it is not programmed and used responsibly which can lead to unfair treatment of certain groups of people, such as women or minorities, and can exacerbate existing social and economic inequalities. Additionally, AI can be used to create sophisticated fake content, such as deepfakes, which can be used to spread misinformation or manipulate public opinion. It's important to consider the potential negative impacts of AI and work towards responsible and ethical development and implementation.

Furthermore, a distinguished negative impact of AI in the workforce is that it can lead to job displacement. As AI technology becomes more advanced, machines and robots are increasingly able to perform tasks that were previously done by humans. This can lead to layoffs and unemployment in certain industries, particularly those that rely heavily on manual labor or repetitive tasks. Additionally, AI can perpetuate biases and inequalities if it is not programmed and used responsibly. For example, if AI algorithms are trained on biased data, they may make biased decisions or perpetuate existing inequalities. It's important to consider the potential negative impacts of AI and work towards responsible and ethical development and implementation.

The Positive Impact of Al In The World Today.
Artificial intelligence has positively impacted technology, business and education today. It has the required data and potential to help develop industries that focuses on health care, energy and transportation. AI can analyze vast amounts of data, improve efficiency, reduce cost and save time. Artificial intelligence can dramatically improve the efficiencies of our workplace and can augment the work humans can do there by reducing human labor and saving time. AI has been effective in health care by allowing doctors to make more accurate diagnoses, predict diseases and create personalized treatment. It also increases the operations of health care facilities and medical organizations, it can reduce operating cost.
“The true impact of AI will be in the care of patients”

In transportation, AI can help to drive autonomously, which will reduce accidents and
traffic congestion. It will also free up stressful commutes, humans will be able to spend their time in a variety of human ways. The manner in which criminal activities are solved will be enhanced with AI. Facial recognition technology is becoming just as common as fingerprints.

In addition to the impact AI has on transportation, it can be seen that AI has a significant effect on ‘education’’. Artificial intelligence has increased the focus on personalized learning therefore monitoring students weak spots, their progresses and offering advanced learning resources and suggestions. It also provide the advantage of organized information,allowing students to access knowledge from various sources effortlessly. Artificial intelligence offers an outing edge approach to enhance student engagement across all
eradication levels. Through interactive learning methods beyond traditional institutions,it can dynamically give course content, provide instant feedback and gauge student involvement, student can study a new language at their own pace and without the help of an instructor using AI-powered language learning apps. One way that AI can be used in education is through adaptive learning systems, which use machine learning algorithms to analyze student performance data and provide personalized recommendations and feedback. This can help students learn at their own pace and in their own style, leading to better academic outcomes. AI can also be used to create intelligent tutoring systems, which provide students with personalized support and guidance. Additionally, AI can be used to automate administrative tasks, such as grading and scheduling, freeing up teachers' time to focus on teaching and engaging with students. While there are many potential benefits to using AI in education, it's important to ensure that it is used responsibly and ethically.

Thus, AI despite its benefits and risks is set to continue its impact on various aspects of effective learning experience. It has the potential to revolutionize all sectors relating to human agency.

As such, it can be concluded that AI will play a significant role in shaping the future of society, and therefore we must proceed with caution and be strategic in it development.