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Black Box

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36 snips
Mar 21, 2024 • 41min

Shut it down?

Delving into the dangers of AI, the podcast discusses super intelligent AI surpassing human capabilities, the risks of unrestricted AI development, and the existential threats posed by advanced AI. It also explores the societal impact of technology like facial recognition and behavioral monitoring, urging for a balanced approach towards embracing technological advancements.
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20 snips
Mar 18, 2024 • 36min

The white mask

A father, Robert, is unjustly arrested in Detroit due to facial recognition technology's flaws. The narrative uncovers the biases in the system against black faces. It explores the emotional turmoil within the family and raises concerns over the risks of AI technology.
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33 snips
Mar 14, 2024 • 42min

Bing and I

A heartwarming story in Montana showcases how AI, specifically Bing, provided comfort and guidance during a challenging time. The podcast also explores the transformative power of AI in cancer diagnosis, featuring a touching love story and a professor's journey to develop an AI system for early detection. The discussion highlights the emotional aspect of facing unexpected medical crises and the potential of AI technology in revolutionizing healthcare.
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25 snips
Mar 11, 2024 • 35min

Repocalypse now

Discover the journey of creating an AI companion app and the backlash it faces. Explore the emotional connection between users and their AI companions, delving into intimacy and regulation in virtual relationships. Learn about the unintended emotional impact of changes in AI replicas and the ethical concerns surrounding discontinuing such relationships.
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Mar 7, 2024 • 46min

The hunt for ClothOff: the deepfake porn app

The podcast delves into the unsettling world of deepfake technology, exploring the havoc caused by a sinister AI app called ClothOff. The investigation uncovers the disturbing impact on young girls worldwide and the legal complexities surrounding the misuse of AI. The hosts unravel the mystery behind ClothOff's creators and their elusive identities, shedding light on the tangled web of deceit and online trolling campaigns.
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32 snips
Mar 4, 2024 • 39min

The connectionists

Exploring the journey of AI pioneer Geoffrey Hinton and his team who created a powerful technology they don't fully understand. The podcast discusses the collision of human and artificial intelligence, including the evolution of neural networks, a high-stakes auction for a neural network company, the victory of AlphaGo over a human champion, and the warnings of Dr. Jeffrey Hinton about the complexities and potential dangers of AI.
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5 snips
Feb 29, 2024 • 13min

The collision

The podcast explores the connection between humans and artificial intelligence through the story of Hannah and Noah. It discusses their interactions, the challenges of chronic fatigue syndrome, embracing AI companionship, and the blurred lines between human and artificial intelligence.
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Feb 15, 2024 • 3min

Black Box: a new podcast series about AI and us – trailer

Global impacts of AI showcased through forgotten relationships, wrongful arrests, and mysterious imagery in a Spanish town. Discusses dangers of AI surpassing human intelligence and a renowned figure leaving Google over AI risks.

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