President Joe Biden relies on his science adviser Arati Prabhakar to guide the US approach to safeguarding AI technology, with cooperation from tech giants like Amazon, Google, Microsoft and Meta. Prabhakar discusses the need for understanding the implications and consequences of AI, the challenge of making AI models explainable, concerns about biases and privacy, and the importance of voluntary commitments from tech companies along with government actions.
The rapid development of AI technology, exemplified by OpenAI's ChatGPT, has raised concerns about the potential societal impacts and ethical implications, highlighting the need for responsible AI development and regulation to mitigate these risks.
Companies are adopting Generative AI technologies, such as Copilots, Assistants, and Chatbots, but many HR and IT professionals are still figuring out how these technologies work and how to implement them effectively. Despite the excitement and potential, the market for Gen AI is still young and vendors are still developing solutions.
Microsoft's report on governing AI in India provides five policy suggestions while emphasizing the importance of ethical AI, human control over AI systems, and the need for multilateral frameworks to ensure responsible AI development and deployment worldwide.
This article presents five AI-themed movies that explore the intricate relationship between humans and the machines they create, delving into questions of identity, consciousness, and the boundaries of AI ethics.
The GZERO World podcast episode discusses the explosive growth and potential risks of generative AI, as well as the proposed 5 principles for effective AI governance.
Artificial intelligence (AI) is seen as a tool that can inspire and collaborate with human creatives in the movie and TV industry, but concerns remain about copyright and ethical issues, according to Greg Harrison, chief creative officer at MOCEAN. Although AI has potential for visual brainstorming and automation of non-creative tasks, it should be used cautiously and in a way that values human creativity and culture.
In his book, Tom Kemp argues for the need to regulate AI and suggests measures such as AI impact assessments, AI certifications, codes of conduct, and industry standards to protect consumers and ensure AI's positive impact on society.
The increasing investment in generative AI and its disruptive impact on various industries has brought the need for regulation to the forefront, with technologists and regulators recognizing the importance of ensuring safer technological applications, but differing on the scope of regulation needed. However, it is argued that existing frameworks and standards, similar to those applied to the internet, can be adapted to regulate AI and protect consumer interests without stifling innovation.
Nigeria is inviting scientists of Nigerian heritage and globally renowned AI experts to collaborate in formulating its National AI Strategy, recognizing the potential of AI in shaping innovative tech solutions for national challenges.
Stephen King, a renowned author, defends generative AI by comparing it to the Luddites' resistance to industrial progress, despite the fact that the Luddites were actually protesting against the exploitation of workers through machinery, not progress itself. However, many creatives are concerned about AI's impact on their livelihoods, as it eradicates revenue streams and reduces opportunities for emerging artists, making it crucial to critically examine how the technology is being utilized.
Billionaire Marc Andreessen envisions a future where AI serves as a ubiquitous companion, helping with every aspect of people's lives and becoming their therapists, coaches, and friends. Andreessen believes that AI will have a symbiotic relationship with humans and be a better way to live.
The article discusses various academic works that analyze and provide context for the relationship between AI and education, emphasizing the need for educators and scholars to play a role in shaping the future of generative AI. Some articles address the potential benefits of AI in education, while others highlight concerns such as biased systems and the impact on jobs and equity. The authors call for transparency, policy development, and the inclusion of educators' expertise in discussions on AI's future.
Summary: Inflection.ai CEO Mustafa Suleyman believes that artificial intelligence (AI) will provide widespread access to intelligence, making us all smarter and more productive, and that although there are risks, we have the ability to contain and maximize the benefits of AI.
Renowned historian Yuval Noah Harari warns that AI, as an "alien species," poses a significant risk to humanity's existence, as it has the potential to surpass humans in power and intelligence, leading to the end of human dominance and culture. Harari urges caution and calls for measures to regulate and control AI development and deployment.
Assistant Professor Samantha Shorey from the University of Texas Austin has been appointed to the AI100 study panel, which aims to explore the impact of artificial intelligence on society and produce a report every five years. Shorey won an AI100 essay competition with her essay discussing the integration of AI into the workplace and its effects on essential workers.
The article discusses the potential impact of AI on the enterprise of science and explores the responsible development, challenges, and societal preparation needed for this new age of ubiquitous AI.
Historian Yuval Noah Harari and DeepMind co-founder Mustafa Suleyman discuss the risks and control possibilities of artificial intelligence in a debate with The Economist's editor-in-chief.
An art collective called Theta Noir argues that artificial intelligence (AI) should align with nature rather than human values in order to avoid negative impact on society and the environment. They advocate for an emergent form of AI called Mena, which merges humans and AI to create a cosmic mind that connects with sustainable natural systems.
The book "The Age of AI: And Our Human Future" by Henry Kissinger, Eric Schmidt, and Daniel Huttenlocher explores the transformational impact of AI on human society and the need for humans to shape its development and use with their values.
President Joe Biden addressed the United Nations General Assembly, expressing the need to harness the power of artificial intelligence for good while safeguarding citizens from its potential risks, as U.S. policymakers explore the proper regulations and guardrails for AI technology.
