Artificial Intelligence in China: Is new technology a threat to cyber security?

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As technology becomes more advanced, many people are concerned about its long-term impacts. Some worry that artificial intelligence could be a threat, while others believe they should embrace development. CGTN's Zhao Yunfei collected some opinions from the participants at the 2nd World Intelligence Conference in Tianjin.

Tech companies and organizations in China gather in Tianjin to showcase their cutting-edge technology in artificial intelligence.

While new innovations are on display, many discussions are also taking place among researchers, entrepreneurs, and policymakers, including over matters of security.

Some conversations address a controversial quote from Robin Li, the CEO of China's biggest search engine Baidu, who said in March that Chinese net users are okay with trading personal data for convenience.

But are they really willing to make such a sacrifice?

"It is not a matter of whether I am willing. Sometimes I have to trade my privacy for convenience."

"New technology may intrude into your daily life and privacy, and I am not used to that."

"A lot of enterprises do not realize the importance of protecting citizen's privacy rights. Their techniques are fine, but they need to improve their sense of responsibility."

Cyber security is not the only concern. In April, nearly five hundred drones drifted away from designated locations during a sky performance in the ancient city of Xi'an, which makes the pattern unrecognisable.

The developer company Ehang responded that the situation was beyond its control and the signals were quote "targeted jammed".

Some said Ehang's competitor in the market jammed the GPS to ruin the company's public image. One expert says that's possible, but it would not become a threat to the average man on the street.

WEI HUANYU DJI DRONE VENDOR "Even the drone lost control. The machine will stay still in the middle of the sky. It won't fall off."

China is aiming to become a major center and world leader for AI innovation by 2030. The government encourages companies to strengthen their research skills and innovative abilities.

WAN GANG, CHAIRMAN CHINA ASSOCIATION FOR SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY "With the economic demand from society growing, AI technology has been covering many industries. Creating a platform with a fine industrial ecology is crucial."

ZHAO YUNFEI TIANJIN "When regulations fall behind the developing pace of technology, big enterprises usually have the ability to establish the rules within the industry. Now it is China's tech giants' call to decide how much social responsibility they would like to take while perhaps giving up a little profit. Zhao Yunfei, CGTN, Tianjin.