Bill Gates: Artificial Intelligence and Potential Dangers

Among many companies that embrace artificial intelligence, tech giant Microsoft is also present. Therefore, it is noteworthy that Bill Gates, the co-founder of Microsoft and a billionaire businessperson, warns about the potential dangers of artificial intelligence.

Last week in a speech in London, Gates stated that artificial intelligence is a great technology that can save people from climate change and diseases. However, he also warned that artificial intelligence could be used in cyber-attacks or political interventions. Gates, who is one of the richest 10 people in the world, said, ‘Defense should be smarter than offense. And both sides will use artificial intelligence to enhance their games.’

Gates emphasized the need to ensure that artificial intelligence is mostly used by well-intentioned individuals. Saying ‘Whenever you invent a new technology, it’s usually used by teachers, doctors, and scientists to help them be more effective,’ Gates pointed out that artificial intelligence could also be used for malicious purposes by malicious individuals.

Gates also expressed that artificial intelligence could be an important tool to provide better healthcare services and combat climate change. Stressing that nuclear fusion energy is a clean alternative to fossil fuels, Gates believes that artificial intelligence can play a significant role in solving complex issues like these.

Although Gates stepped down as Microsoft’s CEO in 2000, there are claims that he still has influence in the company’s overall management. According to a news site, Gates is quietly guiding Microsoft’s artificial intelligence revolution.