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Who’s Afraid of A.I.? | 2023 In Review
Dec 31, 2023
The podcast discusses the biases and dangers of current AI systems, highlighting the need for regulation and prioritizing public good. It explores issues such as data bias, exclusivity in AI technology, the surveillance business model, and the importance of data privacy. The potential for policy ratings in AI regulation and the need for counter pressure from activists is also highlighted. Listeners can learn how to navigate AI headlines and understand its implications without being computer scientists.
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- Artificial intelligence today is influenced by biases and controlled by corporations, requiring accountability and resistance to protect the public good.
- The concentration of power in the tech industry, driven by profit and growth, creates inequalities and the need for regulation and privacy legislation to counteract these issues.
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The Rise of Artificial Intelligence in 2023
The year 2023 marked the mainstream rise of artificial intelligence (AI) and its potential dangers. From the increased use of chat GPT to concerns about facial recognition technology, AI played a significant role. While some experts warned of an existential threat and even compared it to Skynet from the Terminator, others like Meredith Whitaker focused on the more immediate risks. Whitaker highlighted how a handful of corporations control the development of AI systems driven by profit and growth, rather than the public good. She emphasized the need for accountability, regulation, and resistance against the consolidation of power by these corporations.
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