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Is AI dominance inevitable? A technology ethicist says no, actually
The argument has been put forth that with the widespread adoption of AI, the technology is destined to dominate humanity. Here’s why I think that won’t necessarily be the case…
Griffin on Tech: What Trump 2.0 means for the world of tech
A lot has been written about this in the last 24 hours, so I want to devote this week’s column to some of the best commentary I could find coming out of the US analysing areas of tech where Trump’s authority will likely be felt…
What is AI superintelligence? Could it destroy humanity? And is it really almost here?
Like many in the AI research community, I believe safe superintelligence is feasible. However, building it will be a complex and multidisciplinary task, and researchers will have to tread unbeaten paths to get there.
AI, cryptocurrencies and data privacy: Comparing the Trump and Harris records on technology regulation
As a researcher of information systems and AI, I examined both candidates’ records on technology regulation. Here are the important differences.
Where would we be without the UFB? A lot less productive
Access to ultrafast broadband could add $163 billion to GDP over the next decade as the high-speed network enables new digital services and uptake increases.
NZ is encouraging the use of AI – but it’s largely outsourcing the risks and societal costs
As investment in generative AI continues to grow globally, New Zealand’s government has been implementing its use across the public sector and businesses to embrace the technology’s potential. But the environmental, social and governance risks and costs of AI remain under-investigated.