The age of artificial intelligence

AI: a game-changing technology

Are machines slowly taking charge of our world? Mention artificial intelligence to the average person today and this is one of the many scary scenarios that spring to mind. Perhaps this is no surprise when you consider how AI is the technology that enables computers to think and act like human beings. But how much do we really know about this ground-breaking technology?

November/December 2019

The age of artificial intelligence

In this issue, we debunk the AI myths, explore the opportunities and explain why globally relevant standards are key.

Spotlight

Just how worried should we be about killer robots? Amidst all the talk about how artificial intelligence (AI) is threatening society, some experts believe AI shouldn’t be feared. Here’s why we can embrace the power of technology.

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