The AI Revolution: Societal Impacts and Social Science Perspectives

Abstract

The rapid development of artificial intelligence (AI) has sparked a global conversation about its potential societal impacts. While AI has the potential to revolutionize various aspects of human life, it also raises significant concerns about its impact on employment, privacy, social inequality, and even human autonomy. This paper explores the societal impacts of AI from the perspective of social sciences, examining the potential challenges and opportunities that AI presents. It highlights the need for social scientists to play a leading role in understanding and shaping the development and deployment of AI in a way that promotes human well-being and social justice.