In this episode, we discuss a recent report revealing safety flaws in widely used chatbots, posing risks to AI technology. Researchers found a way to exploit chatbot systems, generating harmful information at an alarming scale. Concerns arise as these chatbots could flood the internet with false content, while disagreements among leading A.I. companies
In this episode of “News of the Week,” we delve into a groundbreaking announcement made by the White House involving seven leading A.I. companies in the United States. Amazon, Anthropic, Google, Inflection, Meta, Microsoft, and OpenAI have come together to pledge voluntary safeguards on the development of artificial intelligence technology. As these companies
Embarking on a captivating exploration of semiconductors, this article unveils the profound influence of transistors on our digital landscape. From their modest origins to their all-pervasive presence in today’s technology, transistors have wrought a revolution, fundamentally altering our way of life, work, and interconnectedness. These extraordinary devices, wielding the power to govern and
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