In this video, Professor Carmine Ventre, the Director of the King's Institute for AI and a Professor in Computer Science at King's College, engages in a comprehensive discussion about the broader definition and implications of artificial intelligence (AI). In conversation with Martin Compton from King's Academy  the prevalent but narrow perception of AI as mainly generative models like ChatGPT is unpacked as Prof Ventre offers a more expansive view, detailing how AI encompasses much more, including rule-based algorithms and machine learning techniques. He emphasises the importance of understanding AI's ability to make decisions based on data rather than predefined rules, illustrating this through examples such as spam filters.

Prof Ventre also touches on the societal impacts and ethical considerations of AI, noting the potential risks and benefits. He highlights the work being done at the King's Institute for AI, which aims to foster collaboration across disciplines and engage the public in meaningful discussions about AI's role in society.

The conversation examines challenges of implementing AI responsibly, the influence of AI in financial markets, and the importance of interdisciplinary approaches to AI education and policy-making.