Artificial intelligence (AI) plays an increasingly significant role across various domains, including the economy, culture, art, and politics. Speaking to journalists during the international conference “Artificial Intelligence in the Contemporary Art Space: problems and prospects”, Professor Vilayat Valiyev, Rector of Azerbaijan Technical University (AzTU), emphasized the importance of AI in today’s world and its growing impact in Azerbaijan.

Professor Valiyev noted that the conference, organized by the Azerbaijan State University of Culture and Arts, is a testament to the rising relevance of AI in creative fields.

“We are witnessing a growing number of AI applications in culture and the arts,” he stated. “The core nature of artificial intelligence lies in its being an applied field. At Azerbaijan Technical University, we have developed a serious platform for AI research and implementation.”

He highlighted several key sectors where AI is already making a cruitial difference, including defense, energy, electronics, and telecommunications.

“For instance, AI technologies are being actively utilized in the defense industry of Azerbaijan. Similarly, the energy sector has become one of the most dynamic fields for AI application,” he said. “The electronics and telecommunications industries also benefit from AI integration, supporting efficiency and innovation.”

Professor Valiyev emphasized that although AI cannot replace humans, it significantly enhances human capabilities and productivity.

“The most critical point is that AI does not replace people—it supports them. As humans continue to learn and evolve alongside these technologies, we are achieving serious progress,” he concluded.