Hanbit Media said on July 9 it has published a new book titled "To You Who Are Afraid of AI: 14 Answers Sent by Vice Minister Bae Kyung-hoon," written by Bae Kyung-hoon (배경훈), vice minister of South Korea's Ministry of Science and ICT.

Unlike typical pro-technology arguments or IT trend outlook books, it uses plain language to address changes AI could bring to daily life.

Through 14 questions, it answers practical concerns faced by different generations and occupations, including parents, office workers and entrepreneurs.

The author advises parents worried about their children's education that "AI is not something to memorise but a tool to solve problems with," and says the ability to ask questions matters more than coding academies. For office workers concerned about jobs, it explains why veterans' judgement becomes more important in the era of physical AI.

From the standpoint of overseeing administrative policy, it also looks in detail at how AI budgets are reflected on people's dinner tables. It explains how policies being pursued become a social safety net that protects daily life, including grocery prices, 24-hour customised tax counselling, prevention of safety accidents, and AI for elder and child care. It also includes the "AI for all" philosophy of "I will not leave anyone alone at the digital threshold."

In a recommendation, Chey Tae-won (최태원), chairman of the Korea Chamber of Commerce and Industry, described it as "a book containing insights into how AI can coexist with humanity and create social value." Oh Hye-yeon (오혜연), a KAIST professor, called it "a valuable book that talks about technology but ultimately faces people," and introduced it as a guide needed by anxious citizens.

Hanbit Media said, "Fear that comes from not knowing disappears once you know," adding, "We hope this book will help many people shake off vague anxiety about AI."