The Next Step in Military AI Multilateralism
The Next Step in Military AI Multilateralism March 26, 2024 Authored: By Michael Depp Published: Lawfare Summary: In November 2023, alongside the AI Safety Summit, the U.S. updated its Political Declaration on Responsible Military Use of AI, gaining new signatories like the U.K., Japan, and others, to promote safer AI use in military contexts. This […]
Why educators must understand AI (even if they don’t use it)
Why educators must understand AI (even if they don’t use it) March 25, 2024 Authored: By Jake Van Clief Published: The Gargoyle Summary: AI is transforming every sector, including education, making it crucial for educators to understand it. It’s a common misconception that AI is only for tech experts, but educators across disciplines can analyze […]
Anthropomorphism and AI hype
Anthropomorphism and AI hype March 25, 2024 Authored: By Nicholas Barrow Published: Springer Link Summary: The article discusses the inherent human tendency to anthropomorphize, or attribute human characteristics to non-human entities, especially in the context of artificial intelligence (AI). This tendency has led to misconceptions and overhyped perceptions of AI’s capabilities, notably with technologies designed […]
The Tech Apocalypse Panic is Driven by AI Boosters, Military Tacticians, and Movies
The Tech Apocalypse Panic is Driven by AI Boosters, Military Tacticians, and Movies March 20, 2024 Authored: By Matthew Guariglia Published: Electronic Frontier Foundation Summary: The anxiety around artificial intelligence (AI) potentially leading to catastrophic outcomes, especially in military contexts, has been escalating. Concerns have been fueled by speculative scenarios, such as AI favoring nuclear […]
New Tools Are Needed to Address the Risks Posed by AI-Military Integration
New Tools Are Needed to Address the Risks Posed by AI-Military Integration March 18, 2024 Authored: By Sarah Shoker, Andrew Reddie, Alan Hickey & Leah Walker Published: Lawfare Summary: Amid escalating global tensions, a consensus on AI’s military use is emerging, highlighted by a Washington, D.C. meeting of the Political Declaration on Responsible Military Use […]
When Bots Go to Class
When Bots Go to Class March 7, 2024 Authored: By Jeffrey Young Published: EdSurge Summary: Ferris State University announced plans to enroll two chatbot “students” in classes as a unique way to test curricula, sparking both interest and ethical debates. This initiative, partly seen as a publicity stunt for its AI major, underscores […]
A.I. Joe: The Dangers of Artificial Intelligence and the Military
A.I. Joe: The Dangers of Artificial Intelligence and the Military February 29, 2024 Authored: By Robert Weissman & Savannah Wooten Published: Public Citizen Summary: In August 2023, the Pentagon announced its commitment to a data-driven and AI-empowered military through the Combined Joint All-Domain Command and Control (CJADC2) initiative, emphasizing the role of AI in enhancing […]
7 Artificial Intelligence Trends That Could Reshape Education in 2024
7 Artificial Intelligence Trends That Could Reshape Education in 2024 December 12, 2023 Authored: By Edward Montalvo Published: The 74 Summary: AI is set to reshape education in 2024, focusing on trends such as professional development for educators, formal AI policy, open-source tool development, frameworks for teaching AI, AI literacy, AI-powered adaptive learning systems, and […]
Future Tense
Future Tense October 2023 Authored: By Nick Bilton Published: Vanity Fair Summary: The article delves into the implications of rapid advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and its potential to disrupt various aspects of human life. It raises concerns about the pace of AI development and the impact on creativity and employment. Some argue for increased […]