Serdan: The MADANI government is keen to realize its desire to promote artificial intelligence (AI) technology to transform Malaysia into a high-income country, but community “misconceptions” and reluctance to change are major challenges is.
There is no doubt that AI technology, one of the driving sectors of Industrial Revolution 4.0 (IR 4.0), is becoming more and more pervasive in economic and industrial sectors around the world, and Malaysians view it (AI) as a threat rather than a positive impact. I am concerned about this.
Several experts interviewed by Bernama viewed this technology as an “enemy” and said that the public's lack of understanding of the true significance of this technology meant that it would take over human functions and then conquer the world. He said that led to the realization that he would do so.
For them, there is a risk that the application of AI will eliminate human employment opportunities and increase unemployment rates as humans are replaced by technology, as is currently happening in some employment sectors such as the hospitality industry. .
However, that assumption is completely unfounded, as the transition to AI technology will not completely replace human resources, but will create highly skilled employment opportunities that will be filled by local people.
“Society needs to change and be ready to embrace the use of AI technology, as it will allow the country to create a new generation of workers who can apply different technologies, increasing employment opportunities for its citizens. ”
“If in the past the country's labor industry depended on foreign workers. This will change with AI technology and also help address problems in various sectors such as agriculture,” Professor Rusli Abdullah said. said.
Vice-chairman of the National Professorial Council (MPN) ICT Cluster said yesterday that the AI For People program launched by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today is one of the unity government's best initiatives to spread the importance and benefits of AI. I believe that it is. technology.
A basic understanding of AI technology is critical. This is because it is the most important stage in the community working together to adapt technology to realize the government's aspirations for building a digital economy and create higher value on the world stage.
He also wants to open up a broader context to society in which AI technology complements human labor, rather than replacing it, and if explored well it will have a positive impact on various sectors. said that it would be possible.
This is in line with a report published by the Malaysian Center for the Fourth Industrial Revolution, which states that generative AI technology alone has the potential to unlock $113.4 billion worth of manufacturing capacity: The Economic Impact of Generative AI: The Future of Work in Malaysia ” are also consistent. Once fully adopted across all industries, it will have a significant impact on the Malaysian economy.
Experts say the government's move to introduce the AI For People program in collaboration with Intel Malaysia will help address the gap in digital literacy and understanding of AI among communities, especially those in urban and rural areas. I'm also watching. .
This is because the issue of digital disparity in Malaysia remains large and is one of the reasons why some sections of the population are unwilling to participate in the transition to a technological paradigm, said UPM Vice Chancellor Datuk Professor Ahmad Farhan. Dr. Mohd Sadullah said.
“The biggest problem is that society doesn't understand and it creates different assumptions.Given that the country is currently grappling with the issue of digital divide, this is especially true for people in rural and urban areas. The problem needs to be addressed.
“However, the implementation of the AI For the People program is one of the best approaches for governments to expose the most basic things when we talk about AI to society at large, so that people are not left behind or rejected. “I believe there will be a change,” he said.
In his speech at the inauguration of the program, Anwar said that it is important that all stakeholders immediately respond to this paradigm shift to AI technology so that the country does not fall behind as there will be a huge loss if AI technology is not utilized. emphasized its importance.
Therefore, the Prime Minister, who is also the Finance Minister, wants to launch a program as soon as possible to build a digitally literate and AI literate society, with the goal of reaching 1 million users by the end of this year.
Whether we want to or not, society has no choice but to adapt to AI technology. Therefore, the AI Program, an online self-study program to increase public understanding and awareness about AI programs, can help cooperate in society's response to AI technologies. He answered the government's call to make Malaysia a high-income country. – Barnama
