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Saturday, February 28, 2026

‘Unbelievably dangerous’: experts sound alarm after ChatGPT Health fails to recognise medical emergencies...



A study found that ChatGPT Health often misses serious medical emergencies and fails to recommend urgent care. Experts warn this could cause harm or even death by giving false reassurance. They call for stronger safety rules and better oversight of AI health tools.

ORIGINAL LINK: https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2026/feb/26/chatgpt-health-fails-recognise-medical-emergencies

I built an AI assistant with its own phone number in 10 minutes — here’s how...



ElevenLabs launched a new AI voice assistant that sounds very human and can be set up with a real phone number in about 10 minutes. This tool helps small businesses by answering calls and handling tasks without needing a team of developers. While impressive, it raises concerns about trust since the AI voice can be hard to tell apart from a real person.

ORIGINAL LINK: https://www.tomsguide.com/ai/i-built-an-ai-assistant-with-its-own-phone-number-in-10-minutes-heres-how

Why AI Is A Game-Changer For Creatives, And Why The Creative Industries Must Fight For Their Rights...



AI is changing how artists create by acting as a helpful collaborator, not a replacement. Talented creators who learn to use AI will work faster and more imaginatively. The creative industry must ensure fair rights and recognition for artists in this new AI-driven world.

ORIGINAL LINK: https://www.forbes.com/sites/bernardmarr/2026/02/27/why-ai-is-a-game-changer-for-creatives-and-why-the-creative-industries-must-fight-for-their-rights/

Thursday, February 26, 2026

We Don't Need Another Neologism. We Need Interventions....



A new study calls people’s trust in AI “cognitive surrender,” but this has been known for decades as automation bias and advice-taking. The real need is not new terms but research on how to teach people to critically use AI tools. Practical solutions and teaching methods are more important than naming the problem again.

ORIGINAL LINK: https://nickpotkalitsky.substack.com/p/we-dont-need-another-neologism-we?triedRedirect=true

Saturday, February 21, 2026

Urgent research needed to tackle AI threats, says Google AI boss...



The boss of Google DeepMind says urgent research and smart rules are needed to keep AI safe. Leaders at a big summit want countries to work together on AI, but the US disagrees. They worry about bad uses of AI and losing control as it gets more powerful.

ORIGINAL LINK: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c0q3g0ln274o

Thursday, February 19, 2026

SeeDance and the new media landscape...



SeeDance 2.0 is a powerful new AI tool that creates high-quality videos using popular characters, stirring excitement and legal concerns. Creative industries like Disney and major music labels are embracing AI by licensing their content to control and profit from this technology. The future will mix user-generated AI content with official licensed experiences, offering fans new ways to enjoy media while protecting creators’ rights.

ORIGINAL LINK: https://www.technollama.co.uk/seedance-and-the-new-media-landscape

Friday, February 13, 2026

What's the Most Valuable Skill for the AI Era?...



AI tools make tasks faster but can't replace human judgment. The most valuable skill today is clear thinking and good decision-making. Leaders must understand problems deeply to use AI well and avoid mistakes.

ORIGINAL LINK: https://decision.substack.com/p/whats-the-most-valuable-skill-for?triedRedirect=true