ECA News Compass #50: BBC AI Decoded, car privacy and domestic violence, social media and mental health, societal consent and more AI updates!
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8 - 15 October
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BBC AI Decoded
with Dr Stephanie Hare , tech writer Parmy Olson and psychologist Gary Marcus around the implications of consolidated power in AI development.
Google orders small modular nuclear reactors for its data centres ($)
Privacy & Data Ethics ??
California enacts car data privacy law to curb domestic violence
“The California bill requires automakers to set up a clear process for drivers to submit a copy of a restraining order or other documentation and request termination of another driver's remote access within two business days and ability to turn off location access from inside the vehicle.”
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College students used Meta’s smart glasses to dox people in real time
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Brits hate how big tech handles their data, but can't be bothered to do much about it
Only 19.3% of British consumers are satisfied with how big tech companies handle their personal data, however, are we doing enough? Lack of knowledge, current security or lack or time or energy are some of the reasons for inaction.?
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Teenage social media use strongly linked to anxiety and depression, UK study finds ($)?
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Trustworthy AI & Customer Empowerment ??
Should AI require societal Informed consent??
We need societal informed consent for AI technologies. Although in their daily lives individuals consent to various risks, there is no mechanism for society to collectively consent to new technologies. In many cases in decision making in AI, choices are made by corporate lawyers who do not consider broader societal interests which is why it is important to critically comprehend AI as a societal conversation. We should collectively decide the future we want.?
AI Standards?
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'Godfather of AI' shares Nobel Physics Prize
Geoffrey Hinton and John Hopfield, the winners for their significant contributions to machine learning and artificial intelligence (AI). Hinton, known as the "Godfather of AI," has previously raised concerns about AI systems potentially surpassing human intelligence.
Hinton's research on neural networks has been crucial for developing AI systems like ChatGPT, whereas Hopfield's invention allows for effective pattern recognition.
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A ‘step too far’? Legal, other professional services disagree on whether AI should give advice
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Ethics in Commerce ??
Walmart Reveals Plan for Scaling Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, Augmented Reality and Immersive Commerce Experiences
With personalisation as a key enabler, Walmart wants to create a unique homepage for each shopper, an immersive avatar-based commerce platform, through amplifying its customer support with AI and a gamification of the shopping experience.
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