Indonesia’s Mount Merapi spews lava during an eruption on May 23, 2023. Over 250,000 people live nearby. DEVI RAHMAN/AFP via Getty Image David Kitchen, University of Richmond The thought of living near an active volcano probably sounds like an unimaginable risk to you – and rightly so. An active volcano is never safe
Smart tourism is a concept that aims to use digital technologies and data analytics to create personalised and sustainable experiences for tourists. One way is to use data-driven nudging, a technique that leverages the Internet of Behaviours (IoB) to influence tourists’ decisions and actions in a subtle and non-coercive way. The IoB is a
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a cornerstone of contemporary technology, shaping our future in unimaginable ways. This formidable tool not only revolutionizes industries but also empowers the upcoming generation, preparing them for a world saturated with ubiquitous AI presence. Unraveling the Potency of Artificial Intelligence In the 21st century, AI transcends mere
Commencement From the cradle of human existence, the alluring spectacle of the infinite celestial sphere has evoked in us feelings of marvel, wonderment, and an inexorable yearning for comprehension. This illustrious, twinkling cosmos, a grand amphitheatre of the heavens, perpetually stirs deep contemplation and dogged pursuit of enlightenment. Nestled within the panoply of
The euphoria surrounding generative AI often ignores ethics and rights, especially when it comes to artists whose work may be lifted for free and altered without consent. By Payal Dhar The much-hyped image-generating AIs such as Stable Diffusion and DALL-E can whip up original artwork with astonishing speed in response to natural-language text
Welcome to “News of the Week.” Today, we’ll explore Threads, the innovative social media platform developed by Meta, praised by Mark Zuckerberg as a “friendly” alternative to Elon Musk’s Twitter. Threads allows text-based conversations with posts up to 500 characters, integrating seamlessly with Instagram. It has gained popularity, attracting millions of users, including
We exist in a time permeated by digitisation and technological metamorphosis, engulfed by the engulfing tidal wave of artificial intelligence (AI). As AI progresses with relentless velocity, it weaves itself delicately into the tapestry of our quotidian existence. From mundane undertakings such as internet enquiries and digital aides to intricate ventures like self-directed
The Dutch startup “Urban Reef” uses 3D printers with renewable materials to create sculptures that are planted with a variety of mosses, mushrooms, and other plants. These help clean the polluted air of big cities with their natural processes like photosynthesis. As of now the project is still in development but already shows
Agriculture, an indispensable cornerstone of human survival, has undergone a series of transformative shifts that have revolutionized our approach to resource cultivation and utilization. As a scholar specializing in agriculture at Harvard University, I cordially invite you on an enlightening expedition into the profound scientific principles that have propelled these agricultural metamorphoses, with
In this ever-evolving digital milieu, the imperative for superior AI education has become paramount. As technology continues to shape our world, it is indispensable to equip the digital natives with the acumen and expertise to navigate the intricacies of artificial intelligence. In this piece, we delve into the significance of AI education and