A blog posted by the Scottish AI Alliance examines the myths media publicise about AI. This blog provides a balanced risk assessment on AI free from media sensationalism on the topic. Offering good insight into the real risk posed by AI. 

Knowledge level: Beginner/Entry level  

Topic: The risks posed by AI  

Format: Blog post 

Estimated reading time: 9 minutes 

Resource Link: 

Demystifying Artificial Intelligence: Separating Fact from Fiction

Topics covered:  

• The possibilities of an Artificial General Intelligence(AGI) 
• The risk of extinction from AI  
• The risk AI has on accountability 
• The impact AI will have on jobs 
• The trustworthiness of AI 
• The ethical nature of AI  
• The social inclusiveness of AI  

How to use this resource:  

This resource helps identify the real risks AI might impose on society without added hysteria from media sensationalism. This helps you give measured responses to concerns about the implications of AI and identify the risks to safeguard against while creating policies and frameworks. Having a balanced response can help public bodies with PR, especially when trying to engender trust in the public that AI technology is being implemented fairly and ethically. 

Expert credentials:  

The Scottish AI Alliance works with the Scottish Government to help develop Scotland’s AI strategy. The group is led by a minister-appointed chair and has oversight from The Data Lab.