MI is the ability of the system to understand data from the outside and create people-like behavior. . For example, AI can act intelligently, learn, plan, and create a new idea s.. AI enables technical systems to look at the environment, understand it, and solve problems to meet specific goals. . The computer receives data such as with a bumper U.. It processes the data and then takes action. . AI systems smarter I.. They analyse the consequences of past operations and can work independently. . Why MI is important ? Some AI technologies have been in place for over 50 years s.. However, the development of hardware, more data and new algorithms (rules for how a computer learns) have brought many new achievements in recent years. . AI is important for our society and economy I.. This helps digitise many industries. . MI and robotics have become an important priority for the EU I.. MI applications will bring major changes in the future. . However, AI is already part of our daily life s.. Types of MI (by EC): software: – virtual helpers – image analysis programs – search engines – speech and facial recognition systems. . MI built into devices: – robots – self-driving machines – unmanned aircraft – Internet of things devices (such as smart bulbs, smart refrigerators). AI in everyday life below are some AI applications that we face every day but often don't notice it m.. Online shopping and AI advertising are widely used to make personalised recommendations. . For example, a store shows products based on your previous searches, purchases, or other Internet activities. AI also helps to count, deliver, and warehouse items m.. Web search Search engines learn from many data entered by users. . They use this information to show relevant search results s.. Digital personal assistants smartphones use AI to offer a more comfortable and customized user experience. . Virtual assistants answer questions, give suggestions and help you plan your daily work s.. For example, they resemble an appointment or help you find a route. . Other examples of using AI for AI are likely to affect virtually all aspects of life and economics U.. Here are some examples: . Machine translation Translation programs that translate written or spoken text use AI. AI helps improve translation quality I.. This also applies to automatic subtitles for videos. . Smart homes, cities and infrastructure smart thermostats learn from our habits and help save energy U.. Intelligent city makers hope to better manage traffic with AI. . This can improve mobility and reduce congestion.