Exploring the Dual Sides of AI: Insights from Mr. Kipker

Date: September 14, 2024. Authors: Felix Krömer and Kristian Klooß

AI chats with students, creates art and writes software. In a talk, Felix Krömer asks AI expert Dennis-Kenji Kipker whether we need to worry about the hype.

The technology is developing rapidly, whether in medicine, traffic or everyday life, where the AI ​​chatbot ChatGPT is on everyone’s lips. But what are the consequences of this hype about artificial intelligence (AI)? What are the opportunities and what are the limits of AI? Dennis-Kenji Kipker is a professor of IT security law at the University of Bremen. Felix Krömer talks to him about whether the new technology is a blessing – or more of a curse.

1 What role does AI play at the University of Bremen?

Felix Krömer first wants to know from Dennis-Kenji Kipker (from minute 1:30) where artificial intelligence is used at the University of Bremen. The IT law professor emphasizes that he himself only uses AI such as the chatbot ChatGPT to a very limited extent. He also warns against the inexperienced use of the technology, as he occasionally observes among his students – for example when writing term papers. “You can sometimes see that the standards in scientific and academic education are in danger of falling due to artificial intelligence.”

2 What is artificial intelligence actually?

Almost everyone is talking about artificial intelligence. However, only a few can define what AI is. Felix Krömer therefore asks his talk guest (from minute 8:30) for clarification.

Kipker then gives a historical overview from the 1950s, through the chess computer “Deep Blue” to today’s chatbots and neural networks. “If I have some static source code, then it’s one thing – it doesn’t change,” says the scientist. The neural networks used today, on the other hand, take computers to the next stage of evolution. They enable computers to teach themselves.

3 Where does artificial intelligence support the world of work?

Krömer (from minute 15:50) clarifies his original question of whether AI is more of a blessing or a curse by focusing on the consequences for the job market. Kipker then names “monotonous work” as the activities that could most easily be replaced by the technology, for example in accounting or police data processing. The advantage: people could then take care of more demanding tasks. “It is fair to say that AI will not replace the specialist expert,” says Kipker. However, AI could be very valuable as support, for example in medicine.

4 Will Felix Krömer soon be replaced by an AI?

With a mixture of concern and irony, Felix Krömer (from minute 27:14) takes up the practice in China of using AI-generated presenters. “Ultimately, my job is one of those that are in danger,” he says. Dennis-Kenji Kipker, however, reassures: “I might not generalize so much,” he says. At least for the time being, people would rather watch a natural person on television.

The IT researcher sees the main problem in the creative industry: graphic and advertising designers are already under pressure to adapt. Here, the scientist draws a comparison with the upheavals brought about by the steam engine or the introduction of assembly line production. Unlike back then, artificial intelligence is not necessarily about traditional industries, but about data-driven industries. Call centers and legal professions, for example, are also affected.

5 How can artificial intelligence be controlled?

Krömer and Kipker discuss this in detail (from minute 34:04). Topics such as platform regulation and the Digital Services Act, which is intended to regulate data protection, social networks and artificial intelligence in the EU, are discussed. The same applies to the limits of such rules, which are threatened by attacks from foreign states or in private group chats on Telegram or Whatsapp.

6 Does AI violate copyright?

A little later, the two interlocutors talk about the difficult relationship between artificial intelligence and copyright law: whether works by Picasso can be used in databases or whether the creations of an AI are themselves protected by copyright and why the “New York Times” is currently suing Microsoft and the ChatGPT makers of OpenAI is the topic from minute 39:50.

7 Is a Terminator scenario looming?

The two interviewees also do not shy away from the danger of dystopias, as they have been brought to the screen in science fiction films such as Terminator or The Matrix (from minute 43:15). Kipker does not rule out the possibility that artificial intelligence could be used, for example, to deliberately trigger further pandemics or to autonomously control new weapons systems. But at the end he also reveals where he sees the real responsibility.

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The AI​ Hype: ‌Blessing or Curse? An Expert’s Take

Artificial intelligence (AI) has been making headlines in⁤ recent years, from​ creating art⁤ and writing software to chatting with​ students. The rapid development of ‍AI technology has left many wondering about its consequences, opportunities, and limits.‌ In a ‍talk with AI‍ expert Dennis-Kenji Kipker, ⁢Felix Krömer explores the implications‍ of ⁢AI on various aspects ‍of life, including​ education, ⁣the​ job market, and⁤ society⁤ as a⁤ whole.

The Role of AI at the University of Bremen

Kipker, a professor ‍of IT security⁤ law ‍at ‌the University of Bremen, revealed that AI is used to a limited extent⁢ in ⁤his teaching,‌ mainly due to concerns⁤ about​ the inexperienced use of ‍the technology by students. He warned that AI could compromise ​the standards of scientific⁤ and ⁤academic education if ‍not used responsibly. (Minute⁣ 1:30)

Defining Artificial Intelligence

Kipker provided a​ historical overview of⁢ AI, from the ⁤1950s to today’s chatbots and neural networks. He explained ⁢that AI enables computers to teach themselves, taking them to ‌the next stage of evolution. ​(Minute 8:30)

AI in the Workplace

Kipker ‍identified monotonous tasks, such as accounting and ‌police data processing, as areas where AI could support humans. This could free up people to focus⁤ on more demanding tasks, ‍and AI could be a valuable tool in fields like medicine. (Minute 15:50)

The Future ⁢of Work: ⁤Will Humans Be Replaced?

Krömer⁣ expressed concerns about the potential⁣ replacement of his job as a presenter by AI-generated anchors, as seen in China. However, Kipker reassured⁤ that human presenters would still be preferred over AI-generated ones, at least ⁣for now. The main challenge lies in ​creative industries, such as ​graphic design and advertising, where AI is already putting pressure on professionals. (Minute 27:14)

Controlling⁣ Artificial⁢ Intelligence

The duo discussed⁣ the need for regulation, citing the Digital Services Act, which aims to⁣ regulate data protection, social networks, and artificial intelligence in the EU. They also touched on the limits of such rules, which are vulnerable to attacks from foreign states or ​private group⁢ chats. (Minute 34:04)

AI and⁣ Copyright Law

Kipker and Krömer explored the complex relationship⁤ between ⁤AI and copyright ⁣law, including ⁤the use of works by ‌Picasso in databases and whether AI creations⁤ are protected by ⁤copyright. They also discussed the lawsuit filed by the‍ New York Times against Microsoft and‌ OpenAI, ​the ⁢makers of ChatGPT. (Minute 39:50)

The Dystopian Scenario: Is AI a Threat to Humanity?

The conversation⁤ didn’t ⁣shy ‍away from ⁣the darker aspects of AI, including the risk of dystopian scenarios, as ⁢depicted in movies like Terminator. While AI has ⁤the potential to‌ bring about significant benefits,⁤ it’s crucial to address the risks and ensure responsible development and deployment.

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– What are the potential dangers of the AI hype in today’s society?

The AI Hype: Blessing or Curse?

The rapid development of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been making waves in various industries, from medicine to everyday life. As AI chatbots like ChatGPT become increasingly popular, the question arises: what are the consequences of this hype about AI? In this article, we delve into the opportunities and limits of AI, exploring its role in education, the job market, and creative industries.

What role does AI play at the University of Bremen?

Dennis-Kenji Kipker, a professor of IT security law at the University of Bremen, shares his insights on the use of AI in academia. While AI can be a valuable tool, Kipker warns against its inexperienced use, particularly among students. He notes that the standards in scientific and academic education are at risk of falling due to AI.

What is Artificial Intelligence actually?

Kipker provides a historical overview of AI, from its inception in the 1950s to today’s chatbots and neural networks. He explains that AI has evolved from static source code to self-teaching computers, enabling them to perform complex tasks.

Where does Artificial Intelligence support the world of work?

AI is likely to replace monotonous tasks in various industries, freeing human workers to focus on more demanding tasks. Kipker cites examples such as accounting and police data processing, where AI can take over routine tasks. In medicine, AI can provide valuable support, but it will not replace specialized experts.