Liquid
Intelligent Technologie, East Africa has held a roundtable discussion that
explored the transformative power of Artificial Intelligence (AI). The event
brought together industry experts and thought leaders to discuss the potential
of AI to revolutionize various sectors, including the Internet of Things (IoT),
and the importance of AI security.
Leading the discussion, the Head of Technology - AI at Liquid, Dr. Prince Abudu highlighted
the potential of AI to transform how we interact with technology across diverse
industries.
"AI has the potential to revolutionize how we operate and
interact with technology, but it's important to understand the distinction
between simply adopting AI and becoming a true 'AI organization'," Dr. Abudu said.
Naom
Kerubo, Solutions Manager at Liquid, discussed the role of AI in the IoT,
highlighting its ability to transform vast amounts of data into actionable
insights. "AI has the potential to improve efficiency, reduce costs,
and enhance user experiences in the IoT," Kerubo said.
Richard
Muthua, Executive Head of Cloud and Cyber Security - EAR at Liquid, also emphasized
the importance of AI security. "Security is not an afterthought, but a
fundamental pillar of responsible AI development and deployment,"
Muthua said. "Prioritizing security ensures AI is used ethically,
responsibly, and for societal benefit, while safeguarding systems from
potential attacks."
By: Nana Appiah Acquaye