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Billionaires Are Funding 'Anti AI' Content
Have you noticed your social media feeds suddenly flooding with terrifying content about AI existential risk? From TikTok clips warning about "AI psychosis" to viral YouTube shorts claiming chatbots are pushing people to the brink, the anti-AI movement has taken over the internet... But what if these "anti-AI" influencers aren't actually what they seem?
I avoid AI tools because thinking is supposed to be hard. It’s what makes us human | Wendy Liu
The article describes the author's reluctance to use AI tools, despite the convenience and efficiency they offer. The author believes that thinking is a fundamental aspect of being human, and that relying too heavily on AI could lead to a loss of cognitive sovereignty. The author also expresses concern about the potential negative impact of AI on society, including the displacement of human workers and the erosion of human connection.
Third of university students in Great Britain think AI job losses will cause social unrest, poll finds
A King’s College London survey found that one-third of university students believe AI will cause job losses leading to civil unrest. Despite concerns about AI’s impact on jobs, students, particularly males, are more optimistic about its potential benefits for humanity. The survey also highlighted challenges students face with AI, including factual errors and a perceived lack of preparation for an AI-driven job market.
What is 'pink-slime' journalism and has it infiltrated Australian media?
AI-generated news sites, dubbed “pink-slime” journalism, appeared in regional Western Australia, raising concerns about misinformation and undermining trust in local media. These sites, including The Bunbury Guardian, used AI to produce content, often plagiarising existing stories and raising questions about accountability and potential political influence. The sites were taken offline after ABC investigations, revealing the involvement of Anton Lucanus, who claimed the project was an experiment gone awry.
Woman covertly filmed for 'humiliating' social media content - then told to pay
Alice was covertly filmed by a man wearing smart glasses and the video was posted online without her consent. When she contacted him to remove it, he offered to do so for a fee, which she refused. The man’s actions raise concerns about privacy, consent, and the potential for exploitation in the age of social media.
‘There are no rules’: spotlight on Gossip Goblin as AI film-making enters new era
AI film-making, particularly the work of Zack London and his company, Gossip Goblin. London believes that AI film-making is a new era where there are no rules and that the key to success is to create content that resonates with audiences.
TikTok executives know about app’s effect on teens, lawsuit documents allege
Unredacted documents from a lawsuit against TikTok reveal the company’s awareness of the app’s harmful effects on teenagers, including addiction and negative mental health impacts. Despite internal research validating these concerns, TikTok prioritised user engagement and profit over implementing effective safety measures. The company’s algorithm, designed to maximise user time on the app, has been linked to compulsive usage and a range of negative consequences for young users.
TikTok addiction: It takes all of 35 minutes
Fourteen US states are suing TikTok and ByteDance, claiming the platform negatively impacts children’s mental health and is intentionally addictive. Leaked documents revealed it takes an average of 260 videos, or about 35 minutes, for users to exhibit addictive behaviour. The Australian government’s efforts to address social media addiction, including the eSafety Commissioner’s actions, have been criticised as ineffective.
Forget the AI job apocalypse. AI’s real threat is worker control and surveillance
The Guardian describes the real danger of AI in the workplace, which is not job loss but the growing divide between people who use AI to extend their skills and those whose working lives are increasingly shaped by opaque, AI-powered systems of surveillance and control. The article emphasizes the need for meaningful training in AI skills and democratic principles in the workplace to address the challenges posed by AI.
AI will make language barriers disappear – and diminish our understanding of other cultures
While AI translation will make communication easier, it will also diminish our understanding of other cultures and ways of thinking. While AI translation may be a useful tool, it should not replace the human element in communication.
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