Unchecked AI progress may pose catastrophic risks, warns UN panel Syllabus: Preliminary Examination: Current events of national and international importance. Mains Examination: General Studies III: Awareness in the fields of IT, Space, Computers, robotics, nano-technology, bio-technology and issues relating to intellectual property rights. What’s the ongoing story: Developments in artificial ​intelligence are outpacing scientific understanding and government policy, meaning there are no guarantees the technology will not cause ‌catastrophic harm, a United Nations independent panel warned. Key Points to Ponder: • The AI for Good Global Commission-know its key takeaways • What are the use of AI in different areas? • Is Artificial Intelligence a Human-stein Monster? • ‘AI is not intelligence and idea that AI will replace human intelligence is unlikely’-Comment • Why AI regulation is needed? • If Regulated then what should be the limit? • If regulated, then what are the risks associated with regulating AI? • What has been India’s Response to demands for AI Regulation? • What is “AI colonialism”? • What defines “AI colonialism” in the context of the …