Pope Francis has called for an international treaty to ensure the ethical development and use of Artificial Intelligence (AI). This follows an incident earlier this year when an AI-generated image of Pope Francis went viral, highlighting the potential for deepfake imagery to spread quickly online. Many voices from the tech industry, government, and civil society have joined the chorus, arguing that the potential benefits of AI must be balanced with the need to protect people from potential harms. The Pope believes that an international treaty is needed to ensure that AI is developed and used ethically, for the benefit of humanity.
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Microsoft has hired Sam Altman, the former CEO of OpenAI, to lead a new artificial intelligence project. This comes after OpenAI's board of directors expressed a lack of confidence in Altman, a prominent figure in the tech industry's efforts to grapple with the promise and potential dangers of AI. Microsoft's decision to bring Altman on board is seen as a sign of the company's commitment to developing AI responsibly, and they have said they look forward to providing him and his team with the resources needed for their work.
Open AI, the company behind ChatGPT, has announced the sudden departure of CEO Sam Altman due to a lack of "consistently candid" communication with the board. COO Jack Lightcap has commented that the board's decision was a surprise and that Microsoft remains a committed partner of Open AI. Altman has been removed from the board and his role as CEO, and the board has yet to announce a replacement.
Tom Hanks has warned his fans about a video circulating online that uses artificial intelligence to falsely give the impression he is involved with a dental plan. AI and deepfake technology have the potential to revolutionize the creative industries, but Hanks is reminding his fans to be aware of the potential for misuse. He is set to be "de-aged" by an AI-fueled tool in the upcoming film "Here," which is becoming increasingly popular in the entertainment industry.
The Writers Guild of America, East and West, have reached a tentative agreement with the film and television industry, ending a five-month strike. The agreement includes pay increases, strict regulations for the use of artificial intelligence, and increases in employer contributions to health plans, pension plans, and other benefits. The agreement must still be ratified by the 11,500 film and TV members of the union before it can go into effect.
Tech billionaires Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg, alongside other tech executives, advocates, civil rights groups, and labor leaders, gathered on Capitol Hill for a closed-door summit on Artificial Intelligence (AI). Elon Musk warned senators of the potential "civilizational risk" of AI, and endorsed the idea of a new federal agency to oversee it. All 100 senators were invited to the summit, which was the first step towards addressing the risks associated with AI and the need for legislation to regulate its development.
NY1, a New York City-based television station, has announced the death of Ruschell Boone, an award-winning reporter and anchor who had been battling pancreatic cancer for the past year. Boone joined the station in 2002 and was known for her coverage of the city’s diverse immigrant communities, and her passion for telling stories and connecting with people. Her death has been met with an outpouring of grief and support from her colleagues and viewers, and NY1 said they will “continue to honor her memory and her commitment to journalism.”
Three people were tragically killed and six others were wounded in a shooting in south Seattle early Sunday morning. The victims were taken to local hospitals, with one in critical condition, and police have not released any information about a possible suspect or suspects. Technology such as AI can help identify potential threats and analyze data to better understand and prevent gun violence.