Geoffrey Hinton, a groundbreaking figure in AI known for his pioneering work on neural networks, joins Tom Standage, Deputy Editor of The Economist. They delve into the pressing risks of AI, calling for careful consideration and regulation. Hinton shares concerns about bias and misinformation, highlighting the need for transparency as technology evolves. The conversation also touches on Ukraine’s urgent need for advanced fighter jets and explores a new video game that offers an interactive narrative of the Holocaust, engaging younger generations in history.
Geoffrey Hinton, a legend of artificial-intelligence research, wants to be able to speak his mind about the technology’s risks. We ask whether those steeped in a field are best-placed to judge it. It has long been clear Ukraine needs more fighter jets; we look at the ones it may get at last. And the first video game about the Holocaust.
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