TED Tech
TED Tech
From the construction of virtual realities to the internet of things to the watches on our wrists—technology's influence is everywhere. Its role in our lives is evolving fast, and we're faced with riveting questions and tough challenges that sit at the intersection of technology and humanity. Listen in every Friday, with host, journalist Sherrell Dorsey, as TED speakers explore the way tech shapes how we think about society, science, design, business, and more.Follow Sherrell on Instagram @sherrell_dorsey and on LinkedIn @sherrelldorsey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jun 18, 2024 • 30min
The TED AI Show: Your next best friend may be 100% AI w/ Purnendu Mukherjee
Purnendu Mukherjee, CEO of Convai, discusses the evolution of NPCs with human-like conversational abilities in video games. The podcast explores the emotional impact of AI companions like Cortana and the potential of AI characters in gaming and beyond, emphasizing meaningful interactions and memories. The conversation also delves into creating universally accessible AI characters and the limitations in interactions with AI anime characters.
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Jun 14, 2024 • 26min
How AI is unlocking the secrets of nature and the universe | Demis Hassabis
Demis Hassabis, Google DeepMind co-founder, discusses the incredible capabilities of AI, like AlphaFold predicting protein structures revolutionizing scientific discovery. Hassabis explores AI's potential in unraveling mysteries of the mind, body, and universe.
Jun 11, 2024 • 34min
The TED AI Show: Why we can't fix bias with more AI w/ Patrick Lin
Tech ethicist Patrick Lin and Bilawal discuss the hidden biases in AI, from historically inaccurate images to life-and-death decisions in hospitals. Lin argues that technology alone won't fix bias, emphasizing the need for human effort and societal work beyond technological solutions
Jun 7, 2024 • 13min
3 mysteries of the universe — and a new force that might explain them | Alex Keshavarzi
Particle physicist Alex Keshavarzi discusses the mysteries of the universe, including dark energy and dark matter, and the results of the Muon g-2 experiment at Fermilab. The experiment found evidence of new particles or forces that could deepen our understanding of the subatomic world and reality.
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Jun 4, 2024 • 31min
The TED AI Show: AI may take jobs – but not our creativity w/ artist Claire Silver
Anonymous AI collaborative artist Claire Silver discusses how AI has revolutionized her art practice, exploring the evolving definition of art in the age of AI. The conversation delves into the impact of AI on artists, the unique creative journey using AI for personal expression, and the symbiotic relationship between humans and AI in the realm of creativity.
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May 31, 2024 • 14min
Can AI catch criminals at sea? | Dyhia Belhabib
Dyhia Belhabib, a maritime crime fighter, discusses using AI tool Heva to detect and stop crimes at sea. She explores combatting modern-day piracy, drug smuggling, and more. The podcast delves into the investigation of illegal activities on vessels, challenges in combating maritime crimes, and the necessity of AI technology to proactively track criminals.
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May 28, 2024 • 40min
The TED AI Show: What really went down at OpenAI and the future of regulation w/ Helen Toner
Former OpenAI board member Helen Toner delves into the internal turmoil at OpenAI, the evolution of AI regulation, surveillance technology implications, privacy concerns in public spaces, AI in phone scams, and the challenges of navigating AI regulation amidst technological advancements.
May 24, 2024 • 18min
The AI-powered tools supercharging your imagination | Bilawal Sidhu
Bilawal Sidhu, a creative technologist, showcases how AI-powered tools can expand artistic expression. He discusses using 3D scans to redesign the physical world in real time, democratizing creative tools through AI, and empowering indie creators to compete with studios.
May 21, 2024 • 27min
The TED AI Show: Is AI destroying our sense of reality? with Sam Gregory
Human rights activist and technologist Sam Gregory discusses the impact of AI on reality, including deepfakes and misinformation. The podcast explores the challenges of spotting AI-generated content, the rise of deep fake videos, and the importance of digital literacy in navigating a world shaped by AI.
May 17, 2024 • 13min
Why don't we have better robots yet? | Ken Goldberg
Roboticist Ken Goldberg discusses the challenges of creating more dexterous robots for everyday tasks like chores. He explores the complexities of robot hand design, software intricacies, and advancements in robotic object manipulation. The conversation delves into the difficulties of developing robots that can untangle cables, fold laundry, and perform tasks like e-commerce sorting.
