# Google Is Developing Artificial Intelligence (AI) By Trendopoly | Published 2007-02-20 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/google-is-developing-artificial-intelligence-ai References: [digg](http://digg.com/tech_news/Google_developing_Artificial_Intelligence) & [901am](http://www.901am.com/2007/google-to-rule-the-earth.html) Co-founder Larry Page announced that [Google](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/google-search-3) is in the development stages of [Artificial Intelligence (AI)](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-state-of-ai-development) and he claims the realization may not be far off. Sci-Fi movies immediately come to mind and initial reactions may be 'curiosity piqued with incredulity.' However, some are very alarmed by this announcement calling into question the wisdom of such a move, in light of the moral and ethical questions and implications this advancement raises. **Implications** - One of the things that worries many people is the thought that AI may not be controllable once it is created. Just like in the movie I-Robot starring Will Smith, people are scared that the [robots could possibly go rogue](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/old-world-labs) and turn on the human race. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 81% | Activity: 75% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Inventions](https://www.trendhunter.com/inventions) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Artificial Intelligence Development:** Opportunity for businesses to explore and invest in the development of AI technology for various applications. - **Ethical and Moral Considerations:** The need for companies to address the moral and ethical implications of AI advancements to ensure responsible and accountable implementation. - **Fear of Uncontrolled AI:** Potential for businesses to innovate in AI governance and control mechanisms to mitigate the risks of uncontrolled AI. ### Who This Affects Most - **Technology:** Technology companies can lead in the development and deployment of AI solutions across industries. - **Ethics and Compliance:** Opportunity for companies specializing in ethics and compliance to provide consulting services for AI implementation and governance. - **Robotics:** Robotics industry can explore AI integration to enhance robot capabilities while addressing concerns of uncontrolled AI. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AI-Generated Search Engine Answers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/google-search-3.md) - [Accountable Workplace AI Policies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/google-ai-principles.md) - [AI-Powered Shopping Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/google-ai.md) - [Generative AI Workspace Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/workspace-suite.md) - [Artificial Intelligence Research Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artificial-intelligence-research.md) - [AI-First Medicine Labs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/isomorphic-labs.md) - [AI-Enhanced Map Softwares](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/google-maps-ai.md) - [AI-Based Industrial Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/industrial-sector.md) - [Artificial Airline Pilots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-pilot.md)