

Does AI dream?
Nov 30, 2024
Walter Scheirer, a computer scientist at Notre Dame and author, Megan O’Gieblyn, a writer examining technology and philosophy, and Sougwen Chung, an artist collaborating with AI, delve into the limits and capabilities of artificial intelligence. They discuss whether AI can possess consciousness or creativity, and explore the implications of deep fakes on society. The trio also contemplates the future of AI in art and examines the emotional connections humans form with technology, raising profound questions about its role in our lives.
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Teenage Hacker Explores Internet's Shadow Side
- Walter Scheirer, a computer scientist, was a teenage hacker fascinated by the internet's shadow side.
- He explored underground communities, learned about Unix, and encountered hacker lore about UFOs and government secrets.
The Deceptive Nature of Internet Humor
- Internet humor, especially memes, can be deceptive.
- While often humorous, memes can spread insidious messages, blurring the lines between harmless jokes and dangerous misinformation.
Misinterpreting Satire
- Jonathan Swift's "A Modest Proposal", advocating cannibalism, is often misinterpreted.
- It's actually a satire critiquing the poor's state in Ireland, highlighting how internet content can be misunderstood.