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The Turing Trap: why pursuing human-like AI is misguided
Fixating on building AI that automates and imitates people stifles true progress. But we can change the rules and do better.
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AI is huge – and so is its energy consumption
AI could consume as much electricity as The Netherlands by 2027. New research warns we should use the technology only where it’s really needed.
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How the powerful shape technological change
Technological change seems the result of some natural and inevitable evolutionary process – but it’s not. It’s a choice.
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ChatGPT as good as doctors at suggesting diagnoses in ER
New research suggests that generative AI has the potential to speed up diagnosis and reduce waiting times in the emergency department.
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Reward hacking: AI finds a way
Sometimes, the hacks AI comes up with are ingenious. Other times, they are a problem. But a lot of the time, they’re funny. Here are six that made me smile.
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Virtual hugs work for real
Digital hugs can provide comfort and connection – but only if delivered with digital tact. Researchers present a framework.
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