Melbourne: Scientists have developed the
world’s first artificial intelligence politician, that can answer a person’s
queries regarding local issues such as policies around housing, education and
immigration.
The virtual politician, called SAM,
was created by Nick Gerritsen, a 49-year-old entrepreneur in New Zealand.
“There is a lot of bias in the ‘analogue’ practice of politics right now,” said
Gerritsen.
“There seems to be so much existing
bias that countries seem unable to address fundamental and multiple complex issues
like climate change and equality,” he said. The AI politician is constantly
learning to respond to people through Facebook Messenger as well as a survey on
its homepage.
While the system is not perfect, it
may help bridge the growing political and cultural divide in many countries,
‘Tech In Asia’ reported. By late 2020, when New Zealand has its next general
election, Gerritsen believes SAM will be able to run as a candidate.
Source: THE TIMES OF INDIA-27th November,2017
