Managing and Understanding Artificial Intelligence: From Classical to Generative AI: A Practice Guide for Decision-makers, Developers and Regulators in the Age of the EU AI Act

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is taking over the world, becoming an essential part of our daily lives.Self-driving cars, medical diagnoses, robotic processes, chatbots, and urban planning are just a few examples of how AI is being used.But what exactly is AI? What makes it successful? Are there concrete examples of AI applications currently in use?How do we mitigate risks? What norms do we need?This comprehensive book addresses these questions, with a particularly strong focus on the European Union’s AI Act.By delving into foundational models and generative AI, it explores trending topics like the disruptive Transformer architecture and provides a rich understanding of how these foundational models have revolutionized the field and are driving innovation across industries.Within the EU, creating digital sovereignty in dealing with AI is crucial, requiring excellence from policymakers, industry, and academia in ensuring the trustworthiness of AI among citizens.Therefore, the book tries t