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Last Week in AI

The Top Myths About AI

Oct 25, 2020
35:57

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Quick takeaways

  • AI does not have agency or its own desires, debunking myths about its capabilities.
  • The term 'AI' lacks a consistent definition, emphasizing the importance of critically analyzing AI claims.

Deep dives

Misconceptions around AI and Motivation for the AIMiffs.org Project

The AIMiffs.org project was born out of frustrations with the widespread misrepresentations and hype surrounding AI. Daniel Lufer and Alexa Steinberg aimed to debunk common myths about AI. They identified the need to address misconceptions hindering the work of organizations, especially those focusing on digital rights and human rights. The project aimed to provide a resource for civil society organizations to tackle prevalent misconceptions effectively.

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