Role of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

This chapter explores the development and wide array of uses of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) while highlighting their key roles in promoting digital resilience. Further it will describe a wide range of areas, such as agriculture, cybersecurity, healthcare, and finance, demonstrating the extensive influence of AI and ML. It explores the advantages and benefits of AI, including its ability to scale, its accuracy, and its capacity to mitigate threats. It also critically analyses the problems and issues related to integrating data, ensuring professional competency, and addressing ethical considerations. In addition, the chapter will briefly discuss the use, benefits, and drawbacks of explainable AI and responsible AI principles. The chapter concludes by highlighting the incorporation of artificial intelligence into digital resilience strategies, emphasizing the capacity of these technologies to strengthen systems against dynamic cyber threats.