AI is a tool vs anthropomorphizing it.
Artificial intelligence is rapidly developing, but how does it work? Experts explain.
For many of us, the term artificial intelligence conjures up images of science fiction movies. But what is it really? As AI technology becomes a bigger part of our world, Lester Holt sits down with Tristan Harris and Aza Raskin, co-founders of the Center for Humane Technology, to talk about how it works.
How Musk’s Twitter Could Finally Break Even Soon | WSJ
Twitter is over $13 billion in debt. Many advertisers like Chipotle and United Airlines have fled. But CEO Elon Musk said the social media company has a shot at hitting profitability and becoming cash-flow positive within a few months.
Here’s why Musk is optimistic about the company’s revenue comeback, and how his purchase contributed to Twitter’s cash problem.
AI Chatbots: What they really mean for the future
With the arrival of generative AI chatbots, artificial intelligence no longer seems the preserve of science fiction. Now that the bots are talking back, what does it mean for the future of the internet—and our relationship with machines?
AI, Metaverse and New Tech: How Might the EU Regulate It? | Tech News Briefing | WSJ
As more new technologies like artificial intelligence and the metaverse become mainstream, how are European Union officials approaching regulation?
Spain’s Secretary of State for Digitization and Artificial Intelligence Carme Artigas spoke about that with WSJ senior personal tech columnist Joanna Stern at this year’s MWC. Julie Chang hosts.
A.I. Expert Answers A.I. Questions From Twitter | Tech Support | WIRED
Scientist and A.I. expert Gary Marcus answers the internet’s burning questions about artificial intelligence. Will ChatGPT end college essays? Is Furby A.I.? How close are we to truly self-driving cars? Is the Turing test outdated? Gary answers all these questions and much more!
How Quantum Computers Break The Internet… Starting Now
A quantum computer in the next decade could crack the encryption our society relies on using Shor’s Algorithm
How concrete could become a surprising climate solution – BBC News
Could one of the world’s most destructive materials become part of the solution to the climate crisis?
After water, concrete is the second most consumed material on the planet, with a colossal 30 billion tonnes used each year.
It has a serious emissions problem though, accounting for more than 8% of all greenhouse gases in 2021.
However, innovative new technology could offer a way to revolutionise the construction industry, creating new forms of concrete that actively capture and store CO2.
Game theory can explain humanity’s biggest problem | Steven Pinker
Cognitive psychologist Steven Pinker argues that while the Enlightenment ideals of using knowledge to enhance human well-being are not inherently natural to us, they are vital for societal progress.
But one obstacle standing in front of greater progress centers on game theory, particularly situations involving the tragedy of the commons. The tragedy of the commons describes a predicament in which individuals independently pursue their own interests, leading to the overexploitation and eventual depletion of a shared resource, ultimately harming everyone’s well-being.
According to Pinker, one example of a tragedy of the commons lies within what we choose to believe in public. An individual might be incentivized to believe in something because it will make them look good to people in their circle. But if enough people behave in this way, the likely consequence is that fewer people will be incentivized to earnestly search for truth.
Still, Pinker maintains a hopeful outlook. He cites advancements in science and morality as evidence of progress, and he argues that humanistic values hold an inherent advantage, as they appeal to universal human desires and shared experiences.
Microsoft’s AI Future of Work Event: Everything Revealed in 8 Minutes
At a media event in Redmond, Washington, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella and his team shows off new advancements in artificial intelligence with its productivity tools, like Outlook and Teams.