The recent global summit in Paris revealed a stark division between nations regarding the approach to artificial intelligence (AI) development. As France, China, India, and numerous other countries moved forward in signing an important agreement advocating for an “open”, “inclusive”, and “ethical” approach to AI, the UK and the US opted out, prioritizing their own […]
In an innovative yet controversial outreach, French President Emmanuel Macron recently utilized AI-generated deepfake videos to herald the commencement of the AI Action Summit in Paris. This creative approach, accessible through his various social media platforms, showcases the president’s recognition of his status as a meme within internet culture. The montage, which has garnered millions […]
As we stand at the forefront of innovation, the United Kingdom’s ambition to advance its artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities unveils a pressing concern: the sustainability of our water resources. Data centers, essential for powering AI technologies, demand significant amounts of water for cooling, which raises the question of how we will meet this need in […]
In a striking move, the UK government has issued a demand for access to encrypted data stored by Apple users worldwide, leveraging the Investigatory Powers Act (IPA). This controversial demand poses a significant threat to individual privacy, challenging fundamental rights in an era when data protection has never been more critical. Currently, Apple’s Advanced Data […]