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Fostering a culturally ready, innovative and safe cybernation
AI is here to stay, and before we jump on the latest digital bandwagon, the government and other stakeholders can start working now to lay a foundation to build cyber capacity and nurture a culture of innovation for navigating the tides of technology.
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The icons of artificial intelligence (AI) apps, including ChatGPT, are seen in this stock image taken on June 6, 2023 in Vaasa, Finland. (AFP/Olivier Morin)
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utomation has become an integral part of our lives, revolutionizing human progress and significantly impacting various industries. From basic production automation to the rapid development of artificial intelligence (AI), technological innovations continue to shape our world.
The inexorable march of progress cannot be halted. Attempting to resist the advancement of technology is akin to battling the tides of change. Instead, embracing the unknown and remaining open to transformation is crucial. Adaptability and continuous learning emerge as pivotal attributes in navigating the changing waves of technology.
The realm of automation also presents opportunities for individuals to reskill and adapt to the evolving technological landscape. As AI and other technological frontiers progress, new prospects for employment and innovation materialize. Facilitating accessible reskilling initiatives empowers individuals to upgrade their competencies, fostering a workforce equipped for the changing demands of the digital era.
Artificial intelligence was coined in 1950, when Indonesia was still in its infancy as a sovereign nation. Since then, AI has undergone significant advancements, sustained improvements and occasional shifts. This historical trajectory underscores the inevitability of technological developments and their transformative potential, and in no way should we gumun, a Javanese word that refers to the prevalence of following trends and possessing only superficial knowledge.
Advancements in AI can lead to a strategic advantage for nations that possess superior AI capabilities. This could potentially disrupt the contemporary geopolitical landscape, as countries might gain dominance based on AI-driven military capabilities or economic advantages.
AI can also impact a nation's cultural heritage and diversity. The adoption of AI technologies might lead to the erosion or dilution of traditional practices, values and cultural identities, potentially diminishing cultural diversity and uniqueness.
In turn, powerful AI technologies could contribute to a new form of imperialism where nations with advanced AI capabilities exert influence over others. Economic, political or technological dependencies on AI-empowered nations might result in unequal power dynamics and limited sovereignty for less advanced countries.
