compliant - Being willing to do what one is asked to do, following set of rules, regulations, and standards.
Though most people don't enjoy paying taxes, they are compliant either because they feel it is right, or because they fear getting caught if they cheat.
intrigue - To arouse curiosity and interest by unusual, new, and fascinating qualities
Though Steve didn't understand much about the field of Artificial Intelligence, he was intrigued about all the talk he heard about it, and he wanted to learn more about it.