Philips researchers have already been using AI techniques for decades, to automatically scan for diseases in medical images. In a recent project, together with trainees from the PDEng Software Technology program, they explored new possibilities in telehealth and customer support for hospital staff.
Taking the ethical route in AI, Europe may present a viable alternative approach to that of China and the United States. By offering something that neither AI champion can – things like privacy and transparency – European companies stand a fighting chance.
Over the last years, Jan Bosch has been writing about the consequences of digitalization for the European software-intensive systems industry. Starting now, he’ll be sharing his views on a weekly basis through Bits&Chips.