Archive for July 2023

Real-time cameras using artificial intelligence (AI) will be deployed on the streets of Paris during the upcoming Olympics to detect suspicious activity. The technology will rely on CCTV algorithms to identify anomalies like crowd rushes, fights, or unattended bags. Notably, the law prohibits the use of facial recognition technology, aiming to avoid tracing individuals under…

Over 1,300 experts have signed an open letter organized by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT, stating that AI is a “force for good” and not a threat to humanity. The letter aims to counter the “AI doom” narrative raised by some tech leaders who expressed concerns about super-intelligent AI posing existential risks. The signatories…

The UK games industry has unveiled plans to restrict children’s access to loot boxes amid concerns about their connection to problem gambling. Ukie, the body representing games companies, has introduced 11 new guidelines to enhance protections for players and emphasize the industry’s commitment to responsible play. Loot boxes allow players to purchase in-game extras randomly,…

The new head of the UK government’s AI taskforce, Ian Hogarth, has emphasized that protecting British jobs in the face of advancing artificial intelligence systems will be a significant challenge. As AI continues to progress, more jobs are expected to be automated, leading to a global shift in the job market. While some new human…

Amidst pounding music and flashing lights in a club, the worry looms over the dance music industry that AI-generated mixes might replace human DJs. However, many in the industry, including Nooriyah, a successful London-based DJ, believe that the unique connection between a DJ and the crowd cannot be replicated by a computer program. The intimate…