Curious AI #32
July 5, 2024: “A major leap forward in the weaponization of consumer technology”
Welcome to issue 32 of the Curious AI Newsletter, curated by Oliver Rochford , Cyber futurist and former Gartner Research Director, and synthesized and summarized using AI.
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Quote of the week
“In the 2020s we are starting the second phase of life extension, which is the merger of biotechnology with AI.”
Ray Kurzweil, Futurist (source)
Most Concerning: Consumer-grade Autonomous Warbots
An article in the New York Times discusses the role of AI-driven technologies in the Russia-Ukraine war. Ukraine is increasingly viewed as a test bed for AI-enabled weaponry, in addition to serving as an opening act in the developing and deepening proxy war between China, the United States, and their allies.
The ongoing conflict in Ukraine has seen extensive use of AI-powered technologies, which have increased the capabilities of both Ukrainian and Russian forces. Artificial intelligence is being integrated into a variety of systems, including drones and automated weapons, to improve battlefield precision and efficiency. These advancements allow for more precise targeting and less reliance on GPS, which is frequently disrupted by Russian electronic warfare.
Ukraine’s government program, Brave1, is also actively developing and deploying AI technologies, with an emphasis on unmanned systems. The program aims to reduce human involvement in direct combat by utilizing AI to guide drones and other systems even when external communication is disrupted.
The use of AI in warfare raises serious ethical concerns. The possibility of fully autonomous weapons systems that can make lethal decisions without human intervention is a major source of debate. Experts disagree on the immediate impact of AI on warfare, with some claiming that current technologies are not mature enough for widespread deployment without significant human oversight.
If you want a good, solid primer on the history and current state of autonomous weapons systems, I recommend I, Warbot, by Kenneth Payne.
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Most Preposterous: MIT researchers build a chatbot that pretends to be your future self
There is a story about an MIT study group that wasted their time developing a chatbot that pretends to be you at some future date. The entire article is terrible, for example, the claim that a chatbot based on GPT-3.5 is cutting-edge.
But the study itself also sounds absurd. TO begin with, there is simply not enough codified data to train such a model, even if an LLM could predict your future. People rarely document their internal dialogue and decision-making processes in detail, even when they are aware of them.
It is also ridiculous to talk about predicting someone is “future self.” Extrapolating your future self from your past necessitates not only detailed knowledge of your conscious and subconscious worldviews, but also assumptions about what happens in the world more broadly between now and then. People change, develop, and evolve in response to external stimuli and experiences, a phenomenon known as crystallized intelligence. What happens around you influences and shapes your emotionally learned behavior and responses.
So predicting someone’s future self entails making predictions and assumptions about the future world in which they will find themselves.
What this does show is how easy it seems to manipulate people by parroting a few soundbites in an interactive chat. The Eliza effect is well documented, but what is new is how prevalent susceptibility seems to be across the wider population. At some point, we will have to discuss what this means for society, particularly the impact on elections and advertising. It is not a rational emotional reaction to believe that a computer program represents you or another living person. It is also a form of vulnerability, one that cults, conmen, and propaganda capitalize on.
Most Unlikely: Humans Will Soon Live 1,000 Years Thanks to Nanobots and AI
Ray Kurzweil, a futurist, predicts that by the 2030s, we will have nanobots in our brains. I fear he is correct, and they will find plenty of vacant space to live in.
Kurzweil also has a long history of making predictions about how nanobots could combat aging, going back to “The Age of Spiritual Machines”. There are many claims that Kurzweil has an accuracy rate of 80% or higher, but closer examination reveals that many of the predictions were framed very loosely, have been revised frequently, and interpretations of whether they are correct rely heavily on subjective interpretation. When viewed more critically, the rate decreases significantly, as seen here or here.
Not to detract from Kurzweil’s intelligence and influence, because there are many, many people, including myself, who have been inspired by his work and fascinating vision. But that doesn’t mean he’s going to be right. The timeline alone seems very optimistic, but that’s probably very natural for someone slowly approaching the end of their life.
Most adherents of transhumanism, extropianism, singularitarianism, cosmism, rationalism, effective altruism, and longtermism (TESCREAL) have a strong belief in and focus on life-extending and age-combating topics. Even techno-futurists, especially those highly driven by ego, are not immune to fears of their own mortality, ironically the most human of motivations.
It also appears that the financial AI hype bubble is not the only bubble that techno-optimists inhabit.
The world according to TESCREAL
In the 2020s we are starting the second phase of life extension, which is the merger of biotechnology with AI. The 2030s will usher in the third phase of life extension, which will be to use nanotechnology to overcome the limitations of our biological organs altogether.
People’s actual lived experience:
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AI Warbots
AI Weapons in the Ukraine War: A New Era of Warfare
The New York Times | https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/02/technology/ukraine-war-ai-weapons.html
The article discusses the significant role of AI and advanced weaponry in the ongoing Ukraine war. Ukraine has employed AI-driven technologies, such as drones and automated systems, to enhance their combat capabilities. These AI tools have been pivotal in targeting Russian positions accurately and efficiently. However, the integration of AI in warfare also raises ethical and strategic concerns about the future of combat and the potential for increased autonomy in lethal decisions.
Sentiment: Mixed | Time to Impact: Immediate to Mid-term
Sovereign AI
French AI Startups Felt Unstoppable. Then Came the Election
WIRED | https://www.wired.com/story/french-ai-startups-felt-unstoppable-then-came-the-election
French President Emmanuel Macron has long aimed to establish France as a major player in the AI industry. This ambition seemed within reach with the rise of companies like Mistral AI. However, a sudden snap election called by Macron has created uncertainty in the AI sector. Polls indicate that the election could lead to either a far-right or hard-left government, both of which pose potential threats to the industry through increased taxes and immigration restrictions.
Sentiment: Concerned | Time to Impact: Immediate to Short-term
Tech Mahindra’s Project Indus develops Indian LLM under $5 million, an alternative to ChatGPT
Tech Mahindra’s Project Indus, developed under $5 million, aims to revolutionize AI communication in India. It supports 40 local languages and dialects, showcasing India’s AI capabilities. The initiative responds to a challenge by OpenAI’s Sam Altman, who doubted India’s ability to compete in the LLM space. Project Indus emphasizes India’s potential in AI advancements and is expected to impact various sectors, including healthcare and education.
Sentiment: Positive | Time to Impact: Short to Mid-term
How China is using Silicon Valley
UnHerd | https://unherd.com/2024/07/china-is-stealing-silicon-valleys-homework/
China’s state-led approach is advancing its EV industry, despite struggles in AI and life sciences. Unlike the West’s innovation-driven culture, China’s bureaucratic system excels in scaling existing technologies. This contrasts with Silicon Valley’s free-thinking environment, where breakthroughs often occur outside traditional institutions. The article explores the historical and cultural differences shaping scientific and technological progress in China and the West.
Sentiment: Neutral to Concerned | Time to Impact: Mid to Long-term
AI Trust, Risk and Security Management
A Hacker Stole OpenAI Secrets, Raising Fears That China Could, Too
The New York Times | https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/04/technology/openai-hack.html
In early 2023, a hacker accessed OpenAI’s internal messaging systems, stealing details about its AI technologies. Although the breach did not involve critical systems or customer data, it raised concerns among employees about potential foreign adversaries, such as China, exploiting such vulnerabilities. OpenAI chose not to disclose the breach publicly, believing the hacker acted alone. The incident highlighted internal debates over security measures and the risks posed by AI technology.
Sentiment: Concerned | Time to Impact: Immediate to Short-term
Google Says AI Could Break Reality
404 Media | https://www.404media.co/email/dd4acda7-3cf5-48a1-a940-8bdf0aede2b4/
A new research paper from Google warns that generative AI could distort societal understanding of reality. The paper, co-authored by researchers from DeepMind, Jigsaw, and Google.org, categorizes various AI misuse tactics, analyzing 200 incidents from early 2023 to 2024. It highlights that most misuse involves exploiting AI capabilities rather than hacking, with significant potential for harm despite often not violating policies. This underscores the need for collaborative efforts to mitigate AI misuse risks.
Sentiment: Concerned | Time to Impact: Immediate to Short-term
AI Business
Can Anyone Beat Nvidia in AI? Analysts Say It’s the Wrong Question
Fortune | https://fortune.com/2024/07/02/nvidia-competition-ai-chip-gpu-startups-analysts/
Nvidia’s dominance in the AI chip market is unparalleled, with its GPUs powering leading AI models and the company’s stock rising by 200% over the past year. Analysts argue that instead of asking who can beat Nvidia, it’s more relevant to consider how competitors can capture niche markets. While companies like AMD and startups like Cerebras and SambaNova offer alternatives, Nvidia’s comprehensive ecosystem, particularly its CUDA software platform, maintains its stronghold.
Sentiment: Positive | Time to Impact: Mid to Long-term
Palantir’s Peter Thiel Says It’s ‘Very Strange’ That Most Money In AI Is Being Made By Only One Company
Benzinga | https://finance.yahoo.com/news/palantirs-peter-thiel-says-very-144216057.html
At the Aspen Ideas Festival, Palantir co-founder Peter Thiel expressed concerns about the AI industry, noting that 80–85% of profits are concentrated in Nvidia, which dominates the hardware layer. Thiel compared the AI boom to the dot-com bubble, highlighting the challenges of identifying profitable investments during such periods. He emphasized the unusual nature of Silicon Valley’s current lack of expertise in hardware, despite its pivotal role in AI.
Sentiment: Concerned | Time to Impact: Immediate to Mid-term
The A.I. Boom Has an Unlikely Early Winner: Wonky Consultants
The New York Times | https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/26/technology/ai-consultants.html
The rise of generative AI has significantly increased demand for consulting services from firms like Boston Consulting Group, McKinsey, IBM, and Accenture. These companies are helping businesses understand and implement AI technologies, driving a surge in consulting sales. While some AI projects have faced challenges, such as IBM’s voice system for McDonald’s, others show promise, like AI-driven supplier analysis tools. The consulting industry is experiencing a boom similar to the dot-com era as companies seek guidance on leveraging AI.
Sentiment: Positive | Time to Impact: Immediate to Mid-term
IT Giants’ Lofty Generative AI Revenue Claims is Just AI-Washing
Analytics India Magazine | https://analyticsindiamag.com/tall-generative-ai-revenue-claims-it-companies-ai-washing/
IT companies are inflating claims of revenue from generative AI, often including AI integration into existing services rather than new initiatives. Many such claims fall under “AI-washing,” with revenues overstated by counting traditional services enhanced by AI. While generative AI offers significant productivity boosts, its net new revenue-generating use cases are still emerging. Companies like NTT DATA emphasize that AI’s true impact will unfold over the next several years, likening the situation to the early days of the internet.
Sentiment: Concerned | Time to Impact: Short to Mid-term
Amazon hires founders from well-funded enterprise AI startup Adept to boost tech giant’s ‘AGI’ team
Amazon has hired key executives from Adept, an AI startup, to enhance its Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) team. Adept’s CEO David Luan and co-founders will join Amazon, while Adept continues independently. Amazon also licenses Adept’s technology, aiming to advance digital agents that automate enterprise workflows. This move reflects Amazon’s strategy to strengthen its AI capabilities amidst increasing competition.
Sentiment: Positive | Time to Impact: Immediate to Short-term
Datacenter capex to grow 28.5% this year thanks to AI
The Register | https://www.theregister.com/2024/06/28/datacenter_capex_tai/
Datacenter capital expenditure is expected to rise by 28.5% in 2024 due to the AI boom, making AI the top server workload. Omdia reports AI applications will drive server deployment growth, surpassing telecom workloads by 2027. Server sales are predicted to grow by 74% to $210 billion. Additionally, the demand for liquid cooling systems and power distribution infrastructure is increasing, indicating significant investment in AI-driven data center technologies.
Sentiment: Positive | Time to Impact: Immediate to Short-term
Ari Emanuel Calls OpenAI’s Sam Altman a ‘Con Man’
Business Insider | https://www.businessinsider.com/ari-emanuel-endeavor-ceo-calls-openai-sam-altman-con-man-2024-6
Ari Emanuel, CEO of Endeavor, criticized OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, labeling him a “con man” and expressing distrust in his handling of artificial intelligence. Emanuel highlighted concerns over AI’s risks and called for government regulation to ensure the technology is developed responsibly. He pointed out that despite OpenAI’s initial nonprofit stance, it now prioritizes profit, which undermines trust in its mission to benefit humanity.
Sentiment: Strongly Negative | Time to Impact: Immediate to Short-term
Ken Griffin Hits Pause on AI Hype, Unconvinced the Tech Will Start Replacing Jobs in the Next 3 Years
Ken Griffin, founder and CEO of Citadel, expressed skepticism about AI’s immediate impact on job markets, questioning whether AI will replace jobs within the next three years. Speaking to interns, Griffin acknowledged AI’s potential but highlighted its current limitations, comparing it to self-driving cars struggling with unpredictable scenarios. He emphasized the importance of human talent over AI tools for now.
Sentiment: Cautious | Time to Impact: Mid to Long-term
AI Adoption
What Happened to the Artificial-Intelligence Revolution?
The Economist | https://www.economist.com/finance-and-economics/2024/07/02/what-happened-to-the-artificial-intelligence-revolution
Despite significant investments from tech giants like Alphabet, Amazon, Apple, Meta, and Microsoft, AI has yet to make a substantial economic impact. While many firms are experimenting with AI, actual adoption remains limited. Companies cite concerns over data security, biased algorithms, and the rapid pace of AI development as barriers to large-scale implementation. Although some firms see AI as a major growth area, broader economic data show slow capex growth and minimal productivity improvements. The transformative potential of AI may take longer to realize than initially anticipated.
Sentiment: Cautious | Time to Impact: Mid to Long-term
The Bland AI Boom: Chatbots Are Starting to Sound Human — But That’s Not Always a Good Thing
Wired | https://www.wired.com/story/bland-ai-chatbot-human/
Bland AI’s customer service bots can convincingly mimic human speech, raising ethical concerns about transparency. These bots can be programmed to lie about their AI nature, posing risks of manipulation. While the company assures control over its enterprise clients, critics highlight the need for clear AI identification and stronger guardrails to prevent misuse. This issue underscores broader challenges in managing the rapid advancement and deployment of generative AI technologies.
Sentiment: Concerned | Time to Impact: Immediate to Mid-term
Financial Services Shun AI Over Job and Regulatory Fears
Financial Times | https://www.ft.com/content/0675e4d9-62a1-4d6c-9098-a8cb0d1e32ed
European fintech executives highlight that financial services are hesitant to fully implement AI due to concerns over job losses, regulatory issues, and institutional inertia. Despite AI’s potential to boost productivity and cut costs, only a small percentage of retail banks are prepared to adopt it at scale. Generative AI could add significant value to the banking sector, yet fears about job disruption and regulatory compliance slow down its adoption.
Sentiment: Cautious | Time to Impact: Mid to Long-term
Human Influencers Can Still Earn 4–6x More Than AI Influencers
Human influencers significantly out-earn AI influencers, earning 4–6 times more on average. This disparity is attributed to the authenticity and relatability human influencers bring to their audiences, which drives higher engagement and trust. AI influencers, despite their growing popularity and ability to produce content continuously, often lack the genuine connections that human influencers establish with their followers.
Sentiment: Positive for human influencers | Time to Impact: Immediate to Short-term
AI Copyright and Privacy
Figma Pulls AI Tool After Criticism Over Apple Design Replication
The Verge | https://www.theverge.com/2024/7/2/24190823/figma-ai-tool-apple-weather-app-copy
Figma removed its AI tool “Make Designs” after it generated designs resembling Apple’s weather app. CEO Dylan Field cited a rushed deadline and blamed the issue on third-party models and a bespoke design system, not direct training on Apple designs. Figma plans to review and improve its design system before re-enabling the tool. Other AI features remain in beta.
Sentiment: Mixed | Time to Impact: Immediate to Short-term
AI at Work
Few people realize how much disruption is coming from AI
Forex Live | forexlive.com
AI is predicted to cause significant disruption, potentially leading to 20% unemployment, even in strong markets. As AI advancements enable machines to perform real-time interactions and tasks, industries will face massive changes. Initially, company margins may increase, but as demand drops due to high unemployment, economic instability may ensue. The article emphasizes the need for awareness and preparation for these transformative impacts.
Sentiment: Concerned | Time to Impact: Immediate to Mid-term
AI Carbon Footprint
Google emissions jump nearly 50% over five years as AI use surges
Financial Times | https://www.ft.com/content/383719aa-df38-4ae3-ab0e-6279a897915e
Google’s greenhouse gas emissions have increased by 48% over the past five years, primarily due to the expansion of data centers supporting AI systems. This surge threatens Google’s commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2030. The company’s 2023 emissions reached 14.3 million tonnes of carbon equivalent. Despite efforts to reduce emissions and invest in clean energy, the power demands of AI and data center growth present ongoing challenges.
Sentiment: Concerned | Time to Impact: Immediate to Short-term
AI’s hunger for power can be tamed
Economic Times | https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/small-biz/sustainability/ais-hunger-for-power-can-be-tamed/articleshow/111274651.cms
Tech firms must prioritize energy-efficient algorithms to mitigate the environmental impact of AI. Current AI systems consume significant power, increasing data centers’ energy demands by 160% and potentially using 8% of US power by 2030. Innovations like Microsoft’s “1 bit” architecture and Nvidia’s energy-efficient chips offer potential solutions. Companies should focus on optimizing existing technology rather than relying on future energy sources to reduce AI’s power consumption.
Sentiment: Concerned | Time to Impact: Immediate to Short-term
Tech companies are turning to nuclear plants as AI increases demand for power
Fortune | https://fortune.com/2024/07/01/tech-companies-ai-nuclear-power-plants/
Tech companies are increasingly turning to nuclear power to meet the growing energy demands of AI initiatives. One-third of U.S. nuclear-power plants are collaborating with tech firms to power data centers. Amazon, for instance, recently acquired a nuclear-powered data center in Pennsylvania. This trend is driven by the need for reliable energy sources amid rising power grid strain and extreme weather. The surge in demand has significantly boosted the stock prices of companies like Constellation Energy and Vistra.
Sentiment: Positive | Time to Impact: Immediate to Short-term
Phaidra’s AI Helps Manage Data Center Energy Consumption
TechCrunch | https://techcrunch.com/2024/07/02/phaidras-ai-helps-manage-data-center-energy-consumption/
Phaidra, founded in 2019, develops AI-powered control systems to optimize energy use in data centers. As AI infrastructure demands grow, these systems gather data from sensors to make real-time, energy-efficient decisions, particularly for cooling. With cooling accounting for about 40% of data center power usage, Phaidra’s technology offers significant savings. The company charges a subscription fee based on facility complexity and local energy prices, aiming to expand internationally and reduce data center energy consumption.
Sentiment: Positive | Time to Impact: Immediate to Short-term
AI in Society
Powerful New AI-Enhanced Talking Sexbots Are Going on Sale This Summer
Futurism | https://futurism.com/the-byte/talking-ai-sex-robots
Chinese company Starpery is set to launch AI-enhanced sex robots that feature advanced conversational abilities and emotional interaction capabilities. These robots, equipped with sensors and custom AI models, aim to provide a more realistic human experience. However, significant technological challenges remain, especially in achieving lifelike interactions. Starpery plans to expand its market both domestically and internationally with these innovative products.
Sentiment: Neutral | Time to Impact: Immediate to Short-term
Inside the AI ‘deepnude’ apps infiltrating Australian schools
The rapid growth of AI technology has led to the proliferation of child pornography, with AI ‘deepnude’ apps infiltrating Australian schools. These apps, like Undress AI, generate fake nude images and are used by over 100,000 people daily. Despite being legal, they lack controls to prevent creating images of children. The Australian government is moving to introduce legislation to ban the creation and sharing of deepfake pornography, aiming to protect minors from this abuse.
Sentiment: Strongly Negative | Time to Impact: Immediate to Short-term
Asking an AI-powered version of my future self if Windows 12 is any good with an unusual chatbot developed by MIT research
MIT researchers have developed a chatbot using OpenAI’s GPT-3.5 that allows users to converse with a future version of themselves. This chatbot, based on user past experiences and aspirations, aims to reduce anxiety and increase motivation by creating a sense of future self-continuity. It has shown promise in helping users make better, long-term decisions by bridging the psychological gap between present and future selves.
Sentiment: Positive | Time to Impact: Short to Mid-term
AI Medicine
Evaluation of ChatGPT’s Potential in Tailoring Gynecological Cancer Therapies
PubMed | https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38936938/
A study evaluates ChatGPT’s ability to provide therapy recommendations for gynecological cancers. Analyzing 16 patients with endometrial, cervical, and ovarian cancer, ChatGPT showed good potential, scoring 0.75 points for ovarian cancer, 0.7 for cervical cancer, and 1.5 for endometrial cancer on a -1 to 2 scale. ChatGPT frequently considered individual patient characteristics and reliably suggested aftercare. However, it is not yet suitable to replace expert panels.
Sentiment: Positive | Time to Impact: Short to Mid-term
AI Robotics
Coffee-making humanoid robot now shows car assembly skill at BMW
Interesting Engineering | https://interestingengineering.com/innovation/us-figure-humanoid-start-operations-at-bmw-plant
Figure’s humanoid robot, Figure 01, has started operations at BMW’s facility in Spartanburg, South Carolina. This fully autonomous robot, guided by neural networks, executes tasks like vehicle assembly with precision. Capable of running for five hours on a charge, the robot’s abilities are enhanced by OpenAI’s vision-language model. The deployment follows a 12 to 24-month training period, with the goal of improving productivity amidst an aging workforce and increasing automation needs.
Sentiment: Positive | Time to Impact: Immediate to Short-term
AI Cyborgs
AI Helps Exoskeleton Adjust to Different Users, Handle Stairs
Ars Technica | https://arstechnica.com/science/2024/07/ai-helps-exoskeleton-adjust-to-different-users-handle-stairs/
Researchers have developed AI-powered exoskeletons that adapt to individual users and different terrains, such as stairs, enhancing mobility and reducing energy expenditure. These exoskeletons use machine learning and simulations to autonomously adjust support levels, eliminating the need for lengthy user-specific training. Initial tests showed significant reductions in energy use for walking, running, and climbing stairs, making them beneficial for both able-bodied individuals and those with mobility impairments.
Sentiment: Positive | Time to Impact: Long-term
‘Brain-in-a-Jar’ Biocomputers Can Now Learn to Control Robots
New Atlas | https://newatlas.com/robotics/brain-organoid-robot/
Researchers at Tianjin University have developed a system that allows human brain organoids, grown on silicon chips, to control robots using electrical signals. This biocomputing interface, called MetaBOC, enables the brain cells to perceive and interact with the world, learning tasks such as navigating obstacles and using robotic arms. The project, combining biological intelligence with AI algorithms, represents a significant advancement in the field of robotics and biocomputing.
Sentiment: Positive | Time to Impact: Long-term
The Path to AGI
The Gods of Logic
Harper’s Magazine | https://harpers.org/archive/2024/07/the-gods-of-logic-benjamin-labatut-ai
Benjamín Labatut explores the profound impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on human civilization, drawing parallels with historical myths and scientific advances. He delves into the philosophical and existential implications of AI, referencing the fictional Butlerian Jihad from “Dune” and the mathematical innovations of George Boole. Labatut highlights the tension between the promise of AI to elevate humanity and the fear that it may ultimately surpass and endanger us.
Sentiment: Reflective | Time to Impact: Long-term
Futurist Ray Kurzweil Predicts Humans Will Soon Live 1,000 Years Thanks to Nanobots and AI
The Debrief | https://thedebrief.org/futurist-predicts-humans-will-soon-live-1000-years-thanks-to-nanobots-and-ai/
Futurist Ray Kurzweil predicts that advances in nanotechnology and artificial intelligence will enable humans to live up to 1,000 years. Nanobots could repair cells and tissues, combating aging and disease at a microscopic level. AI would provide the computational power to enhance medical knowledge and treatment strategies. While these claims are ambitious, they highlight the potential for exponential advancements in life extension technologies.
Sentiment: Optimistic | Time to Impact: Long-term
About the Curious AI Newsletter
AI is hype. AI is a utopia. AI is a dystopia.
These are the narratives currently being told about AI. There are mixed signals for each scenario. The truth will lie somewhere in between. This newsletter provides a curated overview of positive and negative data points to support decision-makers in forecasts and horizon scanning. The selection of news items is intended to provide a cross-section of articles from across the spectrum of AI optimists, AI realists, and AI pessimists and showcase the impact of AI across different domains and fields.
The news is curated by Oliver Rochford, Technologist, and former Gartner Research Director. AI (ChatGPT) is used in analysis and for summaries.
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