Misuses of AI

 

here are few possible misuses of AI among students in UNAM : 

Deepfakes and Misinformation

• Deepfakes: AI can be used to create highly realistic but fake audio, video, or images, making it difficult to differentiate between truth and fabricated content. This technology can be misused to spread disinformation, impersonate individuals, or damage reputations.
• Misinformation campaigns: AI-driven bots and algorithms can amplify false information or propaganda, influencing public opinion, elections, or causing social unrest.

Bias and Discrimination

• Algorithmic bias: AI systems can inherit or amplify biases present in the data used to train them. This can lead to discriminatory outcomes in areas like hiring, law enforcement, banking, and healthcare, where marginalized groups may face unfair treatment.
• Automated decision-making: When AI is used to make important decisions (e.g., credit approvals, job applications, parole recommendations), biases can result in systemic inequality, reinforcing stereotypes and perpetuating social disadvantages.

Manipulation and Exploitation

• Psychological manipulation: AI systems can analyze user data to create personalized content or advertisements designed to manipulate people's emotions, opinions, or behaviors for political, social, or financial gain. Social media algorithms, for example, may exploit vulnerabilities in users' behavior to keep them engaged or push specific agendas.
• Exploiting vulnerabilities: AI can be used to target vulnerable individuals, such as through personalized scams or fraudulent schemes, using data to exploit weaknesses and manipulate decisions.

Plagiarism and Academic Dishonesty

• AI-generated content for assignments: Students can misuse AI writing tools like ChatGPT or other content generators to produce essays, reports, and other assignments without doing the actual work, leading to plagiarism and undermining the learning process.
• Copying solutions for programming or problem-solving tasks: AI tools can provide ready-made solutions to coding problems, math equations, or other technical tasks, encouraging students to submit work that they haven’t fully understood or developed themselves.

AI in Criminal Activity

• Fraud and hacking: Criminals use AI to develop sophisticated methods of committing fraud, phishing, or hacking. AI systems can assist in bypassing security systems, spreading malware, or conducting identity theft.
• Automation of illegal activities: AI can automate processes such as creating fake identities, illegal content, or fraudulent schemes, reducing the effort and risk for criminals.

Misuse in Education

• Automated grading and bias: AI-based grading systems can sometimes show bias against certain students or groups, particularly if the training data is flawed. This can negatively affect educational outcomes and reinforce inequalities.
• Surveillance of students: AI tools used to monitor students’ activities in online classrooms or exams can overreach, violating privacy and creating unnecessary stress for students.

Duplicates in AI Research

• Dual-use research: AI technologies designed for beneficial purposes can be repurposed for harmful activities, such as AI in genetic research being misused for biological warfare.
• Lack of ethical guidelines: Research into AI can sometimes proceed without adequate consideration of ethical concerns, potentially leading to unintended harmful consequences.

  

hence, while AI can significantly enhance learning and productivity, its misuse among students can undermine educational objectives, academic integrity, and personal growth. Institutions should encourage responsible use of AI, promote digital literacy, and put in place systems to detect and prevent these abuses. Educating students about the ethical implications of using AI is key to ensuring it becomes a tool for learning rather than a shortcut or a way to evade accountability.