Artificial Intelligence (AI) is responsible for technological advancements affecting many diverse aspects of society. Most of this development is focused on achieving economic or social benefits for the world’s population. As is often the case with powerful tools, there are also individuals and groups that would use the capabilities of AI and the related field of machine learning (ML) for nefarious purposes. We will take a look at a few ways where this use of technology has led to new issues and concerns by cybersecurity professionals. 

In their nascent days, drones were military tools for surveillance or used as weaponry. The concept soon took on novelty status as civilians began to own them. Soon, drones entered ethics discussions as their use and capabilities bumped against privacy and territory rights. The notoriety of drones used to spy on celebrities by paparazzi launched them into mainstream awareness, but this usage also established drones as a new tool for business. What other ways could drones enhance or alter work? In the construction industry, there are startling applications for drone technology to make a difference.