AI under pressure: Why the euphoria about artificial intelligence is disappearing

AI under pressure: Why the euphoria about artificial intelligence is disappearing

In the dynamic world of technology, the topic of artificial intelligence (AI) seems to focus more and more into focus. But what about the interest and acceptance of people towards these innovative technologies? Seven years ago, the term AI was asked about the associations in Hungary. The results showed that about twice as many respondents perceived AI as distant and abstract, while only a third believed that a AI could defeat a person in the chess. This is particularly ironic when you consider that IBM’s Deep Blue in 1997 hit chess world champion Garry Kasparov and Google's Ki Alphazero became a chess professional in 2017. However, such achievements of the AI do not seem to have been enough to maintain the general interest in the long term.

Since the introduction of Chatgpt in 2022, a synonym for AI, the user scene has changed enormously. According to current figures, over 500 million people use chatgt every week. Nevertheless, surveys show that despite the high level of discussion, around 37 % of Americans and 21 % of Hungary wish more discussions about AI. This testifies to a certain "Ai fatigue", a growing exhaustion or an inability to keep up with the rapid developments. hungarian conservative describes this trend as potentially threatening for the future success of innovations, since the interest of users for their acceptance is.

The worldview of the AI: A look outside the box

The global AI seniment index shows a differentiated picture: 80 % of users in Germany believe that AI understands their needs. Users in countries such as Japan and Sweden also share similar views worldwide, while in South Korea and India the ratings are less positive. Despite impressive acceptance, there are also critical voices. Only 27 % of German users check the results generated by AI, which slightly is below the global average. This could result in questions about the responsibility and resilience of the AI. EY reports that only 15 % of German users are revising AI content in Asia.

This discrepancy leads us to another aspect of the AI debate: the regulatory challenges. According to the Federal Center for Political Education is the regulation of AI a flick carpet that is from the different approaches of different countries assembled. There are no uniform international guidelines, which leads to uncertainties and questions of responsibility. In Europe there are efforts to create clear guidelines for ethical standards and transparency, but the way there is far from being paved.

The balance between innovation and regulation

The need for regulation is undisputed, since AI is known to process large amounts of data and has complex decision -making structures. The overarching goal is to control both the risks and the opportunities. The European Digital Services Act has an impact on the use of AI, but does not deal explicitly. The approach in the EU divides AI systems into risk categories and thus legitimizes regulatory measures based on the actual risk. However, the implementation of such measures requires sensitive use of the power structures that AI influences in society.

Another exciting aspect of the AI debate is the growing awareness of the need for new rules in order to meet the challenges that arise from innovative technologies. With a clear focus on ethical guidelines and transparency, the pressure on companies to act more responsibly is increasingly greater. However, the question remains whether the media and the general public are sufficiently informed to actively shape this discussion.

There is something: The future of AI will depend on our ability to recognize the potential of this technology and at the same time take the necessary measures to regulate and clarify. This is the only way to not only become a trend, but also a sustainable tool for social progress.