Nicolas is terrified!

AI-Driven Propaganda, Ethical AI, and Hollywood's AI Concerns

Author: Sohail Kamran
July 12, 2024

Read time - 2 mins (WE KEEP IT SHORT!)

Hello Earthlings!

Curious about how AI is transforming our world this week? Dive in to uncover the most groundbreaking updates shaping our future.

This Week's Top Stories:

U.S. and Allies Dismantle Russian AI-Powered Bot Farm

Spain Sentences Teenagers for AI-Generated Fake Images

Nicolas Cage’s AI Fears

Eastern Religions Advocate for Ethical AI

Microsoft Steps Down from OpenAI Board Amid Antitrust Scrutiny

AI in Education: Enhancing, Not Replacing Teaching

U.S. and Allies Dismantle Russian AI-Powered Bot Farm

In a significant move, the U.S. and its allies have taken down a Russian propaganda mill driven by AI, seizing control of nearly a thousand covert accounts on the social network X. This takedown traced back to Russian intelligence and a former senior editor at RT. Read more

Spain Sentences Teenagers for AI-Generated Fake Images

In a landmark case, 15 schoolchildren in Spain have been sentenced to a year’s probation for creating and spreading AI-generated fake images of female classmates. This incident highlights the growing concerns over misuse of AI in digital content. Read more

Nicolas Cage’s AI Fears

Hollywood actor Nicolas Cage has expressed his fears about being replaced by AI. After being digitally scanned for his role in an upcoming series, Cage voiced concerns about the future implications of AI in the film industry. Read more

Eastern Religions Advocate for Ethical AI

Leaders from major Eastern religions have joined a Vatican-led initiative advocating for ethical AI. This collaborative effort includes major tech companies and was formalized at a ceremony in Hiroshima. Read more

Microsoft Steps Down from OpenAI Board Amid Antitrust Scrutiny

Microsoft has stepped down from its board seat at OpenAI, citing improved governance at the ChatGPT maker. This decision comes amid increasing antitrust scrutiny of AI-related partnerships. Read more

AI in Education: Enhancing, Not Replacing Teaching

While AI can’t replace teachers, it can significantly enhance the educational experience. At Ron Clark Academy in Atlanta, AI tools are being used to assist teachers in providing interactive and engaging lessons. Read more

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