Last Week in AI AI News Coverage, Pseudo AI Companies, and more on COVID-19
Apr 18, 2020
This week, the hosts dive into the authenticity of AI journalism and its chilling effect on public perception. They critique the troubling rise of 'pseudo AI' in business and the importance of ethical reporting. A spotlight on SOFIA, the AI robot, raises questions about media manipulation and reality. Discussions also highlight how certain AI services still rely on human labor, exposing gaps in transparency. Finally, the conversation shifts to AI's role in healthcare during COVID-19, emphasizing the urgent need for ethical guidelines and effective collaboration.
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AI News Coverage Needs Depth
- AI news coverage is generally neutral and relevant, but lacks depth.
- Journalists should consult AI experts and ethicists for more specific insights.
Sophia the Robot Example
- Some AI companies use humans for tasks they claim AI performs, like Sophia the robot's scripted responses.
- This "pseudo-AI" can mislead the public about AI's true capabilities.
Transparency in Human-AI Solutions
- Using humans in AI solutions isn't inherently wrong, especially for data gathering.
- However, misleading the public about it erodes trust and can harm the field.