Chapter 12. A Practical Framework for Responsible AI Security
The future is already here—it’s just not evenly distributed.
William Gibson, author of Neuromancer and inventor of the term “cyberspace”
In 1962, the final installment of a then-obscure comic anthology series unveiled what would become one of the world’s most adored superheroes. Amazing Fantasy issue #15 marked the debut of Spider-Man, a character who, according to a 2022 CNN story, has ascended to become the world’s most famous superhero. But what propelled Spider-Man to this esteemed status? The answer lies in the compelling message woven into his origin story.
In this inaugural tale, Peter Parker is a high school introvert whose life is forever changed after being bitten by a radioactive spider. Suddenly equipped with remarkable powers—superhuman strength, agility, and the ability to spin webs—Peter adopts the alias of Spider-Man and steps into the limelight as a costumed hero. However, his early indifference to the broader implications of his actions leads to a personal tragedy that costs the life of his beloved Uncle Ben. This pivotal moment brings Peter to a critical realization, encapsulated in the now-iconic phrase, “With great power comes great responsibility.”
Just as Peter Parker was thrust into a world of great power and consequent responsibility, practitioners in the AI field are navigating an era of unprecedented technological acceleration. The rapid evolution of AI and LLMs, while unlocking the immense ...
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