Summary
An AI tool called "Consult" was used in the UK to analyze public comments on botox and fillers. The tool produced results similar to human analysts and is expected to save time and money by helping with similar tasks in the future.
Key Facts
- The AI tool "Consult" was used in a Scottish government consultation about non-surgical cosmetic procedures.
- It analyzed 2,000 submissions and found similar themes as human experts.
- The government plans to use AI tools like Consult to save money and reduce bureaucracy.
- Officials believe using such AI tools can save the public sector up to £45 billion.
- There will be human oversight to check the AI tool's work to ensure accuracy.
- "Consult" reduces bias by minimizing human influence in data analysis.
- The tool can handle errors in language but currently only works in English, so other languages must be translated.
- The AI trial aimed to address concerns about "hallucination," where AI might invent information.
