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Global News Podcast

Special Edition - Artificial Intelligence - who cares?

Sep 15, 2023
Tech Editor Zoe Kleinman and a panel of international experts discuss the impact of AI on healthcare, the environment, the law, and the arts. They explore AI's capabilities, the need for human agency, the importance of regulation, and the potential dangers of relying too heavily on AI. They also address the use of AI in the criminal justice system, the environmental impacts of digital technologies, and the need for careful consideration in the development and use of AI.
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  • AI has the potential to revolutionize healthcare by improving medical imaging and assisting in early disease detection, but concerns about data privacy, bias, and human oversight remain.
  • The environmental impact of AI, including high energy consumption and e-waste, poses concerns that need to be addressed through proper regulation and consideration of rebound effects.

Deep dives

AI: A Tool, Not a Creature

AI is defined as computer systems or machines that can perform tasks requiring human intelligence. It can understand language, recognize patterns, make decisions, solve problems, and learn from experience. While AI is a powerful tool, it is not a sentient being and should not be anthropomorphized.

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