An Introduction to Artificial Intelligence

This document provides readers with an understanding of what artificial intelligence (AI) is and how it may impact the digital systems and services they use. AI is the theory and development of computer systems able to perform tasks normally requiring human intelligence, such as visual perception, speech recognition, decision-making and translation between languages. Like all emerging technologies, AI presents both opportunities and risks. To take advantage of the benefits of AI securely, individuals and organisations should take some time to understand what risks apply to them and how those risks can be mitigated.

Main sections:

· What is AI?

· Considerations for engaging with AI

· Data poisoning

· Adversarial inputs

· Abuse of generative AI

· Identifying vulnerabilities

· Privacy concerns

· What mitigations exist?

· Further information