Authors: Dr Arunakumar P
Abstract: Artificial Intelligence (AI) has woven itself into the fabric of everyday existence, transforming tasks into seamless experiences. From voice assistants like Alexa waking us with personalized news briefs to recommendation algorithms curating our Netflix queues, AI shapes our routines in profound ways. In India, where over 800 million internet users navigate bustling urban lives and rural digital divides, AI powers UPI payments, crop yield predictions for farmers, and traffic management in cities like Bengaluru. Yet, this integration raises critical questions: Does AI enhance human potential or erode autonomy? This article dissects AI's role in daily life, spotlighting opportunities for efficiency and innovation alongside pressing issues like privacy erosion and bias amplification. By examining real-world applications, ethical dilemmas, and policy pathways-especially in diverse contexts like Karnataka's tech ecosystem-we uncover a roadmap for harnessing AI responsibly.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.20111962
