INTRODUCTION
Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) has gained immense significance and popularity nowadays due to its crucial role in transforming various industries. Its importance arises from the ability to autonomously generate content, ranging from text to images and beyond. This technology not only facilitates innovation but also plays an important role in optimizing processes, enhancing creativity, and addressing complex problems. The fame of generative AI is propelled by its capacity to revolutionize how we approach tasks, fostering efficiency, and opening new growth opportunities for exploration and advancement across diverse domains, making it one of the most disruptive trends of this decade. By 2026, more than 80% of enterprises will have used generative AI APIs and deployed GenAI-enabled applications in production environments, up from less than 5% in 2023 (Gartner, 2023). In making generative AI technologies and capabilities accessible and available to a broader and more diverse audience, users, technology, and governance as the main components to be considered as shown in the figure below.
The widespread accessibility of generative AI can boost productivity, enhance efficiency, and foster innovation. However, it also has some potential risks that must be mitigated. One of the potential risks of generative AI is the misuse of generated content for malicious purposes, such as spreading misinformation. Additionally, there are concerns about biased outputs and unintended consequences. The ethical implications of AI decision-making, accountability issues, and potential job displacement are also areas of concern. Thus, striking a balance between technological advancement and ethical considerations is crucial to mitigate these risks and ensure responsible deployment of generative AI. In an era marked by rapid technological evolution, generative AI stands as a transformative force, reshaping the landscape of knowledge dissemination and skill acquisition. The International Conference of Computer and Informatics Engineering (IC2IE) 2024 seeks to explore the profound impact of generative AI on democratizing access to knowledge and skills, thereby revolutionizing the way to learn, work, and innovate. The IC2IE is an annual conference that has been held since 2018. It is a prestigious gathering that aims to bring together experts, researchers, and enthusiasts, which is dedicated to exploring cutting-edge advancements and fostering discussions on Computer and Informatics Engineering. The 7th IC2IE 2024 theme is “Generative AI in Democratizing Access to Knowledge and Skills.”
