Uncanny Valley | WIRED You Asked, We Answered: All of Your AI Angst
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Jul 10, 2025 This week, Kate Knibbs, a Senior Writer at Wired focusing on AI's impact, and Paresh Dave, who covers technology’s business implications, join the discussion. They dive into how AI is transforming the film industry, balancing efficiency with concerns over job security. The duo also explores the healthcare sector's urgent need for human expertise amidst rising AI reliance. Additionally, they tackle Mozilla's challenges against tech giants, and deliberate on the exciting collaboration between Jony Ive and OpenAI while considering AI regulation.
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AI's Deep Footprint in Film Industry
- AI is integrated in all stages of film production, from pronunciation correction to AI dubbing and storyboarding.
- This widespread adoption signals rapid AI advancement but raises concerns about job displacement in creative roles.
Bus Ride With Aronofsky Anecdote
- Lauren Goode shared a surreal bus ride experience with Darren Aronofsky in Lisbon, capped by meeting a giant wave surfer.
- The encounter felt like a fever dream, illustrating unexpected moments in tech and creative interviews.
LLMs and Misinformation Risks
- LLMs absorb huge datasets including reliable and unreliable information, making them vulnerable to misinformation.
- Fine-tuning seeks to reduce false info, but no perfect system exists; users must verify critical info especially in healthcare.