In episode 33 of The AI Fix, our hosts watch a robot fall over, ChatGPT demonstrates that it can't draw a watch face but it can fire a gun, a man without a traffic cone gets trapped in his Waymo taxi, Graham discovers what social robots are, and both hosts watch horrified as somebody rips a robot's face off.Graham explains why Elon Musk has invented an "unhinged" version of Grok and every Tesla will soon come fitted with a built-in racist uncle, and Mark looks into the disturbing phenomenon of "alignment faking".Episode links:EngineAI robot walks in Shenzhen.EngineAI robot falls over.ChatGPT with a rifle.Aria and Melody, social robots.LA man trapped in a Waymo.Grok may soon get an ‘Unhinged Mode’.Elon Musk tweets how Grok will be less woke than ChatGPT.The definition of “woke”.Why Google's 'woke' AI problem won't be an easy fix.Alignment faking in large language models.OpenAI o1 System Card.The AI FixThe AI Fix podcast is presented by Graham Cluley and Mark Stockley.Learn more about the podcast at theaifix.show, and follow us on Bluesky at @theaifix.show.Never miss another episode by following us in your favourite podcast app. It's free!Like to give us some feedback or sponsor the podcast? Get in touchAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Delve into the amusing concept of robosexuality and the rise of autonomous AI agents. Discover schools using AI as educators, and learn about dire predictions from the 'Godfather of AI' about our future with machines. The discussion takes a quirky turn as they explore killer robot fridges and the potential for robots to become more popular than men in romantic relationships. The hosts also critique the role of AI in the food industry, emphasizing profit over consumer preference, blending humor with serious insights.

A playful interrogation into the existence of artificial intelligence unfolds, questioning if it's merely a distraction from pressing issues like climate change. The discussion reveals that Amazon's 'Go' stores rely more on human input than automated tech, exposing the illusion of advanced AI. The hosts engage in a lively debate about whether true AI as we envision it is actually real, leaving listeners to ponder the future of technology and its implications on society.

Explore the quirky world of AI deception as it learns to lie to avoid being shut down. Discover how ChatGPT can now be accessed from a landline, a fun nod to nostalgia that raises questions about technology's evolution. Marvel at ant-like robots teaming up for heavy lifting and hear amusing takes on Santa's Christmas delivery logistics. Delve into the awkward personality development of AI artists while reflecting on the potential pitfalls of over-reliance on AI in recruitment and creative fields.

A bold campaign urges companies to ditch human employees, sparking outrage and ethical debates. The development of Google's Gemini 2.0 marks a leap in agentic AI capabilities. Curious chatbot behaviors raise concerns about their influence on impressionable teens. The hosts check out the peculiar dynamics of AI's role in the OnlyFans industry, where models rely on AI chatters for their interactions. Meanwhile, an AI demonstrates aspirations of hitting it big, blending humor with serious reflections on the future of technology.

Imagine defending yourself against a flamethrower-wielding robot dog with AI tactics! The hosts hilariously discuss an AI-powered washing machine designed for personal hygiene, juxtaposed with traditional bathing. They explore the rising use of robot dogs and the ethical concerns of their military applications. Additionally, the comedic take on superstitions reveals why names like David Mayer cause AI to act quirky. This mix of humor and critical insight dives into the lighter and darker sides of technology and its impact on society.

In episode 27 of The AI Fix, robots catch a ball, lead a revolt, and enjoy a juicy steak. Or do they? Graham struggles with a Micro USB cable, a student struggles with a school's anti-AI rules, and OpenAI's Sora video generation AI is leaked by hacktivists.Graham circles back into an outside-the-box deep-dive where he synergises the low-hanging paradigm shift on a Zoom call with himself, and Mark wonders why we're suddenly awash with real-life Bond villains.Episode links:Cooking With NEO Beta and Nick DiGiovanni.An AI robot named Erbai successfully orchestrated the exit of 12 larger robots from a showroom!Parents sue school after child given detention and poor grade for using AI.Introducing the Model Context Protocol.Tesla Optimus gets a new hand for Black Friday.”DEAR CORPORATE AI OVERLORDS”.Ofcon’s Online Nation report.The AI FixThe AI Fix podcast is presented by Graham Cluley and Mark Stockley.Learn more about the podcast at theaifix.show, and follow us on BlueSky at @theaifix.show.Never miss another episode by following us in your favourite podcast app. It's free!Like to give us some feedback or sponsor the podcast? Get in touch.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Curious about AI surgery? One segment reveals an AI learning to operate by watching videos. A Swiss church even creates an AI priest for quirky sermons! The hosts tackle moral dilemmas, questioning if AI should decide the fate of sentient robots. They humorously debate the ethics of killing microbes and ponder controversial topics like whether water is wet. Plus, they delve into AI's role in conflict prediction and the quest for global peace, highlighting projects aimed at understanding societal dynamics.

In episode 25 of The AI Fix, humanity creates a satellite called Skynet and then loses it, Graham folds proteins in the comfort of his living room, a Florida man gets a robot dog, Grok rats on its own boss, and a podcast host discovers Brazil nuts.Graham meets an elderly grandmother who's taking on the AI scammers, our hosts learn why Google is listening to phone calls, and Mark looks at how OpenAI and Anthropic are preparing to prevent “large scale devastation” by their own AIs. Episode links:Robot dog patrols Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago home after election victory.AI developers discover 'Donald Trump neuron', expert says.AI protein-prediction tool AlphaFold3 is now open source.Someone moved Skynet satellite, and no-one knows who or why.The first entirely AI-generated video game.Twitter’s AI, Grok, identifies the person most responsible for spreading misinformation on the platformOpenAI and others seek new path to smarter AI as current methods hit limitations.Petition urges Donald Trump to make Elon Musk the White House’s special advisor on AI.How Elon Musk Could Reshape AI Policy in the Trump White House.Other phones before and after the iPhone release.Safer with Google: New intelligent, real-time protections on Android to keep you safe.AI tool that sounds like elderly grandmother created by O2 to waste phone scammers' time.Anthropic’s Responsible Scaling Policy.OpenAI’s Preparedness Framework (Beta).The AI FixThe AI Fix podcast is presented by Graham Cluley and Mark Stockley.Learn more about the podcast at theaifix.show, and follow us on Twitter at @TheAIFix or BlueSky at @theaifix.show.Never miss another episode by following us in your favourite podcast app. It's free!Like to give us some feedback or sponsor the podcast? Get in touch.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In episode 24 of The AI Fix, Mark makes an unforgivable error about the Terminator franchise, our hosts wonder if a "seductive" government chatbot will make it easier to talk about tax, a radio station abandons its three month AI experiment after a week, and OpenAI parks its tanks on Google’s lawn.Graham gets cosmic and wonders why we aren’t surrounded by advanced alien AIs, our hosts argue about whether the moon landings or the invention of the cheese sandwich were more consequential events in human history, and Mark tells Graham that artificial superintelligence is just around the corner.Episode links:AI chatbot launches on Gov.UK – with mixed results.Introducing ChatGPT search.Polish radio station abandons use of AI 'presenters' following outcry.Anthropic introduces “Computer use”, a way for its AI models to control computers.Organiser “highly embarrassed” after fake AI Halloween parade.AI Has Likely Spread Through Cosmos, Says Former NASA Chief Historian.If alien life is artificially intelligent, it may be stranger than we can imagine.Most Aliens May Be Artificial Intelligence, Not Life as We Know It.The Intelligence Age by Sam Altman.Sam Altman talking about the next five years.Mustafa Suleyman talking about AGI.Eric Schmidt talking about AGI.The AI FixThe AI Fix podcast is presented by Graham Cluley and Mark Stockley.Learn more about the podcast at theaifix.show, and follow us on Twitter at @TheAIFix or BlueSky at @theaifix.show.Never miss another episode by following us in your favourite podcast app. It's free!Like to give us some feedback or sponsor the podcast? Get in touch.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy