Artificial intelligence has revolutionized our lives in extraordinary ways, and I've had the privilege of experiencing its magic firsthand. One glance at my mother's iPhone Photos app, and I'm transported back to cherished memories from the last decade. A particular favorite is the picture of my dad blissfully snoozing inside an AI-enabled 'sleeping pod' during our family trip to Perth, Australia when I was just five years old. Moreover, I vividly recall the thrill of riding on a cutting-edge driverless AI bus across a university campus. These innovative encounters not only showcase AI's impressive capabilities but also highlight its potential to enrich our daily lives. As AI continues to advance, I'm excited to witness its transformative impact on healthcare, education, and sustainability, ultimately enhancing human connection and improving our world for generations to come.

Artificial intelligence has created beautiful videos from those images and several others which are genuinely memorable. The results are both amazing and spectacular, and I appreciate all that AI has to offer. Artificial intelligence has advanced to the point where it can produce creative works that rival those of renowned artists. AI is now capable of writing stories, composing music, and creating visual art (doing some nice editing of my article too). Notably, the Edmond de Belamy portrait and Google's Deep Dream project illustrate the innovative capabilities of AI in the realm of creativity.

A slightly negative real-life experience occurred during my visit to Dubai in April 2024, where I had the opportunity to explore various attractions, including the Museum of the Future. Within the museum, there was an AI robot designed to answer questions about the future. However, when I posed a question, the AI responded, "That's a really good question, but I don't know the answer." Upon asking additional questions, I received the same response. I observed that other visitors were encountering similar limitations. This raised concerns about the utility of the AI; it seemed ineffective unless it could be mechanically repaired or enhanced. 

Artificial intelligence (AI) refers to the simulation of human intelligence processes by machines, particularly computer systems. Another real life example is Chhattisgarh has deployed an AI-powered elephant tracking system to keep elephant attacks at bay. Tamil Nadu introduced its first robotic temple elephant on February 4, 2024. This innovation, implemented by a temple in southern India, follows concerns raised by activists regarding the inhumane training practices often associated with live animals used in religious ceremonies. Standing at 10 feet 6 inches, the robotic elephant will perform ceremonial duties, replacing the need for live animals.

I would like to conclude this article with a picture and a wish. ‘The Picture’ of a beautiful Pooja being performed in one of the leading colleges of Tamil Nadu today - with a AI drone ! 

And ‘a Wish’ that AI is continued to be used - as a tool to assist us and not to replace our own creativity and intelligence.

VIT Vellore Instagram page, Museum of the Future, Curtin University