AI Current Affairs 2024|Artificial Intelligence 2024 (For All Competitive Exams)
AI is the intelligence of machines or software as opposed to the intelligence of humans or animals. It is a field of study in computer science that develops and studies intelligent machines.
The term “artificial Intelligence” was first used (1955) by American computer scientist and cognitive scientist John McCarthy. He is considered the father of AI.
Where will India’s first AI city be built?
Ans: Lucknow
(Facts: Objective: To create a thriving hub for artificial intelligence, integrating cutting-edge technology, research centers and academic institutions to foster innovation and nurture the workforce of the future.)
In which country has the world’s first AI safety Summit been organized?
Ans: Britain
(Indian-origin British leader Sunak has hosted the first ‘Global AI Safety Summit’.
Technologies like AI will prove to be ‘as transformative as the Industrial Revolution, the advent of electricity or the discovery of the Internet’.)
Who is the Chief Executive officer (CEO) of Open AI?
Ans: Sam Altman
What is the theme of Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence (GPAI) Summit 2023?
Ans: Advancing Responsible AI in Public-Sector Applications.
(Facts: The summit took place from 12 to 14 December at Bharat Madapam (Delhi).
The Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence involves about 28 member states and the European Union.)
India’s tech experts have got a place in which agency’s AI advisory body?
Ans: United Nations
(Facts: Eminent technology experts from India have been named to the new AI advisory body announced by the UN Secretary General.
This AI advisory body has been announced by United Nations Secretary- General Antonio Guterres on 26 October 2023.)
For Which scheme has the government unveiled AI Chatbot?
Ans: PM- Kisan Scheme
(Facts: The AI Chatbot introduced with the PM-Kisan scheme acts as a comprehensive guide for the beneficiaries, providing timely and accurate responses to their queries related to the scheme.
Chatbot aims to empower farmers with a user-friendly and accessible platform.)
Which state has launched its first Artificial Intelligence (AI) school?
Ans: Kerala
(Facts: The state of Kerala has launched its first Artificial Intelligence (AI) School, located at Santhigiri Vidyabhavan in Thiruvananthapuram
It was inaugurated by the former President of India, Ram Nath Kovind.
The inaugural ceremony announces the beginning of a new era in the field of education, marked by innovative technology and forward-looking pedagogical methods.)
India has taken over the chairmanship of the Global Partnership Group for Artificial Intelligence from which country?
Ans: France
Minister of state for Electronics and Information Technology Rajeev Chandrashekhar participated in the group meeting in Tokyo through virtual medium.
During this, India symbolically took over the chairmanship of the group from France
Which state has launched India’s first AI teacher?
Ans: Kerala
(Facts: Kerala has introduced its first generative AI teacher ‘Iris’, for significant advancement in the integration of artificial intelligence in education. )
AI/ML based chatbot has been launched by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI). What is its name?
Ans: Aadhaar Mitra
AI/ML based chatbot ‘Aadhaar Mitra’ has been launched by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI).
with the advent of chatbot, getting information related to your Aadhaar on the UIDAI website has become much easier than before.
Wipro has started a Center of Excellence on Generative AI in which IIT?
Ans: IIT Delhi
(Facts: Wipro limited has established a Center of Excellence (CoE) on Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) in joint collaboration with the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi.)
In Which city of India has Accenture established its Generative AI Studio?
Ans: Bengaluru
AIIMS Unveils iOncology.ai for Early Cancer Diagnosis
- Collaboration: AIIMS, New Delhi, and CDAC, Pune, launched iOncology.ai.
- Focus: Targets early detection of breast and ovarian cancers, prevalent in India.
- Cancer Forecast: Lancet study predicts a 57.5% rise in cancer cases in India by 2040.
- 2022 Statistics: Over 8 lakh cancer deaths in India, mainly due to late detection and a 20% survival rate.
- Development: Created with CDAC and the Ministry of Electronics & IT, using AI to reduce false negatives.
- Technology: Utilizes deep learning and self-learning to accurately analyze complex medical data.
- Dataset: Analyzes about half a million radiological and histopathological images from AIIMS.
- Implementation: Successfully used in five district hospitals, showing potential for broader impact.
- Feedback: Received positive reviews at a Med-Hackathon during AIIMS Research Day.
- Future Plans: Aims for further collaborations with cancer hospitals and research centers across India.
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This post provides a concise yet informative overview of recent developments in AI, both globally and within India. It’s great to see the integration of AI in various sectors, and facts presented are well-organized and offer valuable insights into AI’s current trajectory.
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