Artificial Intelligence: Societal Applications and Emerging Frontiers

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10.2991/978-94-6239-676-0_20How to use a DOI?

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Artificial Intelligence; Societal Applications; Automation; Human–AI Interaction; Healthcare Technology; Ethical Governance; Emerging Frontiers; Conceptual Framework

Abstract

This paper looks at how Artificial Intelligence (AI) is changing the way society operates, and advancing industrial, medical, and communicative experiences. It describes the efficiency, accuracy, and user experience automation can achieve, whether in standard or more complex experiences while remaining human-centric. The study reaffirms that AI is not a replacement for human intelligence; it is a value addition to human intelligence through correction, suggestion, and continuous learning, placing a fundamental importance on human intelligence. There are case examples drawn from industry and healthcare, with attention to diagnostics, patient monitoring, exoskeleton technologies and decision-making systems. In addition, the study describes the evolution of human interaction with AI (for example, in adaptive communication, multimedia applications and support technologies). At the same time, the paper highlights the growing importance for regulatory frameworks, and ethical governance structures, which ensure accountability, transparency and equitable access to the advantages of AI. The analysis points to both opportunities, and limitations, and argues that while AI will make a positive contribution to economic productivity and quality of life, it needs to evolve, within responsible boundaries. Ultimately, this work is about imagining AI as an enabler of societal progress that aligns the technological possibilities of AI, and virtues of human value, creativity and well-being.

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AU  - Shimona Shriya
PY  - 2026
DA  - 2026/05/15
TI  - Artificial Intelligence: Societal Applications and Emerging Frontiers
BT  - Proceedings of the 13th International Youth Conference in the series of “Youth for India @2047, AI Disruption and Opportunities: Preparing Youth for Global Challenges (IYC 2026)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 317
EP  - 339
SN  - 1951-6851
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DO  - 10.2991/978-94-6239-676-0_20
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