The shortcomings of Universal Basic Income for humanity.

The idea of UBI (Universal Basic Income) presents a huge pitfall: creating hedonistic hamster wheels for humanity. Where all basic needs and wants are met, but humanity's continual search for meaning is obliterated through idleness. As we rocket towards the Singularity and a point from no return

ORIGINAL LINK: https://youtu.be/-RBd-0bTpBY?si=KfDVRXiIRiGznsq4

This Week in AI - May 17, 2024

In the latest episode of "This Week in AI," hosts Steve Hargadon and Reed Hepler discuss the advancements and potential implications of AI models, particularly those from OpenAI, in the library and education sectors.

ORIGINAL LINK: https://futureofai.org/blog/this-week-in-ai-may-17-2024

How does ChatGPT ‘think’? Psychology and neuroscience crack open AI large language models

David Bau is very familiar with the idea that computer systems are becoming so complicated it’s hard to keep track of how they operate. “I spent 20 years as a software engineer, working on really complex systems.

ORIGINAL LINK: https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-024-01314-y

AI Survey Results | "ChatGPT + AI Bootcamp for Libraries and Librarians"

Last month (April 2024) I sent out a survey to my library and education audiences on AI for personal and professional growth. If you want to see the survey itself (you can still take it if you'd like), you can go to https://futureofai.org/survey.

ORIGINAL LINK: https://www.stevehargadon.com/2024/05/ai-survey-results-chatgpt-ai-bootcamp.html

AI Uncovers Hidden Differences in Male and Female Brain Structures

Summary: Researchers use AI to reveal distinct cellular-level differences in the brains of men and women, focusing on white matter. These findings show AI can accurately identify sex-based brain patterns invisible to human eyes.

ORIGINAL LINK: https://neurosciencenews.com/ai-brain-sex-differences-26101/

How does ChatGPT ‘think’? Psychology and neuroscience crack open AI large language models

David Bau is very familiar with the idea that computer systems are becoming so complicated it’s hard to keep track of how they operate. “I spent 20 years as a software engineer, working on really complex systems.

ORIGINAL LINK: https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-024-01314-y

Guiding Students to Develop AI Literacy

Teachers can use these resources to model responsible AI use and show students how to experiment responsibly with the technology. Educators must stay informed, current, and ahead of the game (if possible) when it comes to emerging technologies.

ORIGINAL LINK: https://www.edutopia.org/article/ai-literacy-students/

I Am Once Again Asking Our Tech Overlords to Watch the Whole Movie

Today OpenAI announced GPT-4o, a new AI model that will be available to free and paid users alike. Among its many upgrades—faster response times, enhanced memory capabilities, better parsing of images—is a conversational voice that tries its level best to sound like a real live human.

ORIGINAL LINK: https://www.wired.com/story/openai-gpt-4o-chatgpt-artificial-intelligence-her-movie/