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Artificial intelligence: a revolution in progress

By Gabriel Fouquet2 min read
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From breast cancer detection to chatbots on company websites, education and agriculture, artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming more and more important in our lives. Technological advances that raise both hopes and concerns and question our relationship with digital technology. Decryption.

The potential of AI to improve medical diagnosis

In the field of health, artificial intelligence programs prove more effective in predicting the onset of breast cancer than traditional diagnostics, according to a study published in the journal Radiology. This discovery could revolutionize oncology and allow early detection of certain diseases or cancers, such as breast cancer, the leading cause of cancer death among women in France.

Ever more efficient chatbots thanks to AI

Digital giants are not left behind with the adoption of AI. GAFAM, BATX and even social networks such as Snapchat or TikTok are implementing conversational agents based on artificial intelligence. For example, Carrefour recently installed a chatbot called Hopla on its website, capable of offering personalized shopping lists based on the user’s particularities.

Artificial intelligence in support of public services

In France, the Directorate General of Public Finances (DGFiP) recently used an AI model resulting from a collaboration with Google and Cap Gemini to spot more than 120,000 undeclared swimming pools. The owners concerned will soon receive a letter inviting them to comply. AI could thus prove useful in improving the efficiency of public services.

AI in education: a help or a cheat?

In Kenya, academic writers offer help to students with their homework. If some teachers turn a blind eye to this practice, the use of artificial intelligence tools by these editors raises concerns about the possible democratization of cheating.

The rise of AI in Africa in different fields

Artificial intelligence is also becoming increasingly established in Africa, particularly in Morocco, Senegal and Madagascar. It takes different forms and concerns several sectors:

  • Agriculture : some startups are banking on agritech to make agriculture more productive, sustainable and efficient, with the help of AI.
  • Translation : tools based on artificial intelligence make it possible to improve translation between different languages, thus facilitating international exchanges.
  • Education : AI is also present in the field of education, to help with writing homework or to personalize teaching according to the needs of each student.

Europeans facing the deployment of artificial intelligence

On the occasion of the 7th edition of Viva Technology, an exclusive study carried out in partnership with Harris Interactive Toluna shed light on Europeans’ perception of the deployment of AI. According to this survey, four sectors of activity are particularly concerned:

  • Health
  • Trade
  • Utilities
  • Education

As artificial intelligence continues to impose itself in our lives and in a multitude of sectors, it is crucial to question the ethical and social issues linked to these technological innovations. Whether it is ensuring responsible use of AI or preserving our privacy in the face of digital giants, the challenges awaiting us are numerous.

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