The current research area of artificial intelligence (AI) involves the development of intelligent systems and algorithms that can perform tasks that typically require human intelligence, such as visual perception, speech recognition, decision-making, and natural language processing. Researchers are focused on advancing AI technologies to improve efficiency, accuracy, and capabilities across various domains, including healthcare, finance, transportation, and cybersecurity. Key areas of current research in AI include deep learning, reinforcement learning, computer vision, and natural language processing, as well as ethical and societal implications of AI technologies.