FT News Briefing How artificial intelligence is reshaping the world
Jun 21, 2021
The podcast tackles the Federal Reserve's surprising shift on inflation and its impact on markets. It delves into the European Central Bank's plans for a digital euro, emphasizing consumer privacy and monetary control. The discussion on artificial intelligence highlights its transformative potential in healthcare and public safety, while also addressing ethical concerns and biases. Experts stress the need for diverse data in AI development to combat racism and improve outcomes, showcasing both the promise and challenges of this evolving technology.
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AI's Impact
- Artificial intelligence is quietly reshaping many aspects of our lives, from medical research to communication and finance.
- It also gives new powers to law enforcement and changes how we interact with money.
AI's Potential and Perils
- AI has promising applications in medical research and healthcare, offering potential for powerful and innovative treatments.
- However, there are also problems with AI, including privacy issues and the risk of embedding human prejudices into systems.
Tech Tonic Focus
- The new season of the FT's Tech Tonic podcast focuses on the latest advances in artificial intelligence.
- John Thornhill, the innovation editor, explores machine intelligence.