Artificial Intelligence from Science Fiction to Reality: How AI May Impact Humanity

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Emanuel Camilleri

Artificial Intelligence from Science Fiction to Reality

How AI May Impact Humanity

Emanuel Camilleri

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CRC Press
03 November 2025

Impact of science & technology on society; Ethical & social aspects of computing; Artificial intelligence

Artificial Intelligence from Science Fiction to Reality examines various aspects, starting with the evolution of human and artificial intelligence (AI). It places AI in its proper context and discusses non-technical aspects, such as philosophical and social issues. The major challenge leaders are likely to encounter is deciding what functions are to be entrusted to AI and how humanity can exercise control over them. The book also focuses on the hardware and software technology that support AI, and the essential cyber security systems that are required to address the evolving AI threat landscape. It examines centres for AI safety that are nonprofit research organisations, which focus on the mitigation of AI risks by proposing solutions against threat actors.

The book discusses the knowledge-based economy, particularly Enterprise AI, and examines the ethical and legal issues that emerge from the practical implications of AI. While most governments have endorsed voluntary ethical and moral charters, there is a reluctance to introduce binding legislative measures. This reluctance is based on the premise that specific laws might hinder AI innovation. Furthermore, detailed private and public sector case studies are presented that demonstrate how AI applications may be successfully implemented according to a practical framework.

A detailed discussion about the implications for human development is presented. The differences between key economic approaches, such as knowledge-based economy, digital economy and automated economy are examined, and how these will be impacted by AI in relation to job displacement, data privacy and security, and algorithmic bias. Finally, the book also examines the era beyond AI where organoid intelligence is emerging. It explores future human development where humans could be turned into cyborgs with hi-tech machine implants, re-growable limbs and nanotechnology that repair damaged tissue, rejuvenating human cells leading to immortality.

By: Emanuel Camilleri
Imprint: CRC Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 254mm, Width: 178mm,
ISBN: 9781041102168
ISBN 10: 104110216X
Pages: 371
Publication Date: 03 November 2025
Audience: General/trade , College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , ELT Advanced , Primary
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming

Part I: The Evolution of Artificial Intelligence. Chapter 1 Artificial Intelligence: The Beginning. Chapter 2 Evolution of Human Intelligence. Chapter 3 Evolution of Artificial Intelligence. Chapter 4 Contrasting Human and Artificial Intelligence. Part II: The Technology Supporting Artificial Intelligence. Chapter 5 Artificial Intelligence Hardware. Chapter 6 Artificial Intelligence Software. Chapter 7 Artificial Intelligence Security. Part III: The Practical Implications of Artificial Intelligence. Chapter 8 Knowledge Based Economy and AI. Chapter 9 Enterprise AI. Chapter 10 Public Sector AI. Chapter 11 AI Ethical, Moral and Legal Considerations. Part IV: The Future and Artificial Intelligence. Chapter 12 Future Developments of AI. Chapter 13 AI and the Future of Humans.

Emanuel Camilleri is a visiting senior lecturer at Malta University and has authored several books. His most recent publication is Key Performance Indicators: The Complete Guide to KPIs for Business Success (Routledge, 2024). He has occupied senior management posts in industrial engineering, finance and ICT sectors in Malta and Australia. Recently, he was appointed Chairman of the Planning Authority, Planning Board, Malta.