Mother of murdered James Bulger denounces disturbing AI videos recounting son's tragic demise. Reflection on responsible use of technology and empathy needed. #JamesBulger
During his visit to India, Sam Altman, CEO of Microsoft-backed OpenAI and creator of AI chatbot ChatGPT, shared insights on AI's potential for transformative change. He highlighted available job prospects despite automation, emphasized the need for worker skill development, and recognized the dangers of deepfakes. Altman expressed confidence in India's potential to produce significant results through government initiatives while advocating for proactive measures to ensure authenticity and reduce emerging technology risks. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi retweeted Altman's tweet, welcoming collaborations for digital transformation.
Fans of Star Wars, Wes Anderson, and AI technology have something to look forward to with the release of the YouTube channel, Curious Refuge's fan-made AI trailer. It features pink Stormtroopers, a vibrant cantina, and Jeff Goldblum as Emperor Palpatine. This "Galactic Menagerie" introduces a group of unlikely heroes who challenge the Empire and redefine the Rebel ideal. Shelby and Caleb Ward, the director duo behind the trailer, showcases their use of AI, from the concept to the AI-generated celebrity voices, to keep viewers engaged and entertained. Other similar tools like Runway AI and Pizza Later have opened up possibilities that allow people to use tech to create their own cinematic works. Though this foray into AI tech is exciting, it can never replace the genius of the original creators.
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