AI evening in Spremberg – A glimpse into the future of artificial intelligence
Last week, on November 14th, a small but very interested group gathered at the Kreisvolksschule Spremberg to learn more about the fascinating world of artificial intelligence (AI). The lecture by Martin Lautsch (employee at BTU C-S, EDIH pro_digital and iCampus) was able to explain the topic charmingly and in an understandable, exciting way for beginners.
With the lecture, Martin Lautsch, an experienced AI expert at the Brandenburg Technical University, led the audience through a historical overview of artificial intelligence and thus gave an insight into the development of this technology from its beginnings to today's modern applications. Particular attention was paid to the functioning of machine learning and deep learning, as central pillars of AI. Lautsch explained how computers with algorithms and neural networks can independently recognize patterns and learn from them to perform complex tasks.
Following the theoretical introduction, Lautsch was able to take the audience on an exciting journey through various AI applications in everyday life. Participants learned how Artificial Intelligence works and how it plays a role in numerous areas such as voice assistants (e.g. Alexa and Siri), medical technology, the care industry and even in the development of autonomous vehicles. The many real-world applications of AI made it clear how far the technology is already anchored in our daily lives and what potential it offers for the future.
After the presentation there was an intensive and stimulating discussion about the opportunities and risks of AI with a variety of questions. On the one hand, the enormous opportunities offered by AI were discussed, such as improving diagnoses in medicine, automating processes in industry or improving education and research. On the other hand, the concern was also expressed that AI could replace jobs in the future and increase inequality in society. The participants discussed intensively how society could deal with these challenges in order to benefit from the advantages of AI without losing sight of the risks. Lautsch was able to be well-founded about the development of AI not only in science but also contribute his knowledge of political decisions. The debate about the ethical implications and how to use AI responsibly was a central topic at the end of the event. How can you ensure that AI benefits not only the big tech companies, but also the general population? What rules and regulations must be created in order to protect privacy and avoid discrimination by AI?
At the end of the evening, it was emphasized once again how important it is that both experts and the general public create awareness of developments in the field of AI. Only by working together with this technology can we ensure that AI will be able to play a positive and sustainable role in our society.
Overall, the AI evening in Spremberg was a complete success, which not only enriched the participants with knowledge, but also stimulated them to think about the future of AI and its impact on our lives. If you want to learn more about the topic, you should also check out the future events of the EDIH pro_digital.
This evening was organized together with the Spremberg Presence Centre and the District Folk School in Spremberg.
