The world of artificial intelligence (AI) has been abuzz with developments, controversies, and speculations this week. Here are some of the top stories that have been shaping the AI landscape:
AI Terminator-Style Threat to Humanity
The potential threat of AI wiping out humanity has been a topic of concern for some time. However, renowned data ethics, AI, robotics, algorithms, and regulation expert Sandra Wachter has labeled it as a publicity stunt for funding. She argues that present-day concerns such as AI bias, discrimination, and the environmental impact should be the primary focus.
ChatGPT Portfolio Beating Most Funds
In a real-time experiment comparing OpenAI’s ChatGPT with ten top U.S. equity funds, the AI-powered portfolio is showing promise. The experiment has provided insights into the potential of AI in investing.
Meta’s AI Voicebox
Meta Inc’s CEO introduced Voicebox, a text-to-speech generative artificial intelligence speech model. Voicebox has the potential to produce realistic, contextually accurate speech output from given text and complete tasks for which it was not explicitly trained.
Elon Musk’s Dystopian Delight
Elon Musk sparked excitement and ethical contemplation when he hinted at a dystopian future where AI spouses would raise robot children with their human counterparts.
Jack Dorsey Disagrees with Elon Musk on AI Regulation
In an interview, Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey challenged Elon Musk’s concerns around the need for AI regulation and praised Meta’s open-source approach.
Google Bans Internal Use of AI Chatbots
Alphabet has reportedly banned the internal use of its AI chatbot, Bard, to prioritize security and protect sensitive information. This reflects the broader industry trend of incorporating security measures concerning AI chatbots.
The world of AI is constantly evolving, with new developments and ethical debates emerging. As we strive to harness its potential while addressing its potential dangers, it is essential to keep a close eye on the AI landscape.
