The Evolution of Artificial Intelligence
The concept of artificial intelligence (AI) began with ancient myths and legends of automata, mechanical beings endowed with intelligence by humans. However, the academic discipline of AI was founded in 1956 at the Dartmouth Conference. Since then, AI has advanced with remarkable milestones and incredible transformations!
Key Milestones
- 1956: The term "artificial intelligence" is coined.
- 1966: The first chatbot, ELIZA, is created by Joseph Weizenbaum.
- 1997: IBM's Deep Blue defeats world chess champion Garry Kasparov.
- 2016: AlphaGo defeats a professional human Go player, a major achievement in AI.
The Impact on Society
AI continues to permeate every sector, improving efficiency, transforming industries, and changing the way we live. From healthcare with AI-driven diagnostics to transportation with self-driving cars, the influence is undeniable.
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