All About Artificial Intelligence and Its Utilization

By: Stube HEMAT Yogyakarta.          

The Students' Gathering, held at the Stube HEMAT Yogyakarta secretariat on October 11, 2025, focused on the topic of Artificial Intelligence (AI)—a technology that enables machines to mimic human intelligence, analyze data, recognize patterns, make decisions, and even interact naturally with humans. AI is increasingly used as a foundation for innovation across various sectors, including healthcare (e.g., MRI, CT scans, and medical chatbots), education (e.g., automatic translation and virtual assistants to enhance access), and finance (e.g., predictive investment tools and risk management algorithms). The event explored the impact of AI on our daily lives and work. Guided by two experienced speakers from their respective fields, the discussion was engaging and offered participants valuable new insights.

The first speaker, S. Anjas Mahendra—a Communications Science student at Gadjah Mada University (UGM) currently researching diplomatic strategy—likened AI to a sword, capable of both beneficial and harmful effects. AI is advantageous when used to assist human tasks, improve time efficiency, enhance creativity, and support research. However, it can be detrimental when employed to spread hoaxes, commit fraud, or violate privacy. Anjas emphasized the need to re-evaluate AI usage due to the risk of information bias, noting that AI cannot think independently; it relies solely on available data, and algorithmic errors may occur. During the event, Anjas introduced several AI-based applications and their functions, including ChatGPT, Gemini, Grammarly, ClickUp, IdeaBuddy, Perplexity, Valona Intelligence, Asana, and Trello. Each of these tools serves a unique purpose in helping users solve problems.

The second keynote speaker, David Pamerean Budiarto—a Computer Science student at Gadjah Mada University (UGM) specializing in web development—presented compelling evidence that personal data leaks are a real concern in today's digital age. He revealed that on online marketplaces, one can acquire five million pieces of personal data for as little as two hundred thousand IDR, making fraudulent activities involving stolen identities increasingly common. David also demonstrated AI Voice Cloning, also known as Deepfake Voice technology—a form of artificial intelligence capable of realistically mimicking the human voice. By applying deep learning to analyze a person's vocal patterns from existing recordings, AI can generate voice imitations that closely resemble the original. This technology enables cybercriminals to produce fake voice recordings that sound like specific individuals, which can be used for fraud, blackmail, or spreading misinformation (hoax).

Some audience members expressed the view that while AI offers many benefits, it also presents numerous challenges that must be addressed—such as data privacy, information security, and the risk of algorithmic bias, which can lead to errors in decision-making. AI is no longer a futuristic concept; it is a real technology actively shaping our future. To ensure harmony and safeguard humanity, clear regulations and ethical guidelines are essential in the development and use of AI. When used wisely and ethically, AI has the potential to significantly enhance the quality of human life.***