A new dataset of Arctic images will spur artificial intelligence research
Kylie Foy – MIT Lincoln Laboratory
The US Coast Guard’s icebreaker Healy is capturing images of the Arctic to develop a dataset for AI analysis. The dataset aims to help advance naval mission planning, improve maritime domain awareness, and study climate change in the rapidly changing region. It will be used to train AI computer-vision tools to assist in USCG missions and automate analysis. The dataset, expected to be about 4 terabytes, will be released to the wider research community once the mission concludes in the fall, allowing for faster progress in AI applications for the Arctic.
How judges, not politicians, could dictate America’s AI rules
Melissa Heikkiläarchive – MIT Technology Review
Lawsuits are emerging as a potential route to regulate and shape the use of AI in the US. Federal agencies and individuals are suing AI companies, such as OpenAI and Meta, over concerns related to consumer protection, privacy, copyright infringement, and fairness. The outcomes of these cases could lead to new AI regulations and ways for artists and authors to be compensated for their work used in AI training data. Experts believe that lawsuits may precede comprehensive AI-specific legislation due to the split Congress and tech companies’ lobbying efforts.
Panic about overhyped AI risk could lead to the wrong kind of regulation
Divyansh Kaushik and Matt Korda – Vox
This article discusses the proliferation of sensationalist narratives and misinformation surrounding artificial intelligence (AI) and its potential impact on responsible AI governance. It addresses the exaggeration of risks and threats, such as comparing AI to nuclear weapons, and argues for nuanced regulations, transparent operations, and accountability in AI applications. The article emphasizes the need to address genuine catastrophic risks, promote responsible AI research, implement data privacy reforms, and foster collaborations between academia and industry to develop effective AI policies that benefit humanity and minimize risks.
Japan Leaning Toward Softer AI Rules Than EU, Official Close to Deliberations Says
Sam Nussey and Tim Kelly – Reuters
Japan is considering a more lenient approach to regulating artificial intelligence than the strict rules proposed by the European Union. The Japanese government aims to boost economic growth and become a leader in advanced chips with AI technology. The EU’s rules, such as disclosing copyrighted material used to train AI systems, are seen as too stringent by some Japanese officials. Japan’s approach could impact the establishment of the EU’s rules as a global benchmark. Both Japan and the EU are promoting their respective AI rule-making strategies to advance in the field of technology.
The Future of Higher Education – The Rise of AI and ChatGPT on Your Campus
Vaughn A. Calhoun –
National Association of Student Personnel Administrators
The article discusses the impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in higher education, with a focus on ChatGPT, a conversational bot developed by OpenAI. While some fear it may disrupt traditional education, others see potential for improving learning outcomes. The author encourages a balanced perspective, promoting the responsible integration of AI on campuses. Various universities are exploring how to incorporate ChatGPT into their teaching methods. The article concludes by offering ten practical steps for administrators to responsibly and effectively integrate AI technology in their institutions.
Artificial Intelligence | An Introduction
Ramswarup Kulhary – GeeksforGeeks
The article provides an overview of artificial intelligence and its applications. It discusses the meaning of intelligence and how AI aims to mimic human intelligence. Key ideas include the uses of AI in various industries, different approaches to AI, forms of AI (weak, strong, and superintelligence), and technologies based on AI (machine learning, natural language processing, etc.). The article also mentions the drawbacks and issues related to AI and explores the future of AI technologies.
Development Strategic Plan (2023 Update)
The White House – Select Committee on Artificial Intelligence
The article discusses the National AI R&D Strategic Plan, which focuses on responsible innovation and addressing the risks associated with AI. The plan emphasizes long-term investments in fundamental AI research, effective methods for human-AI collaboration, ethical and societal implications of AI, safety and security of AI systems, and the development of shared public datasets for AI training and testing. Other strategies include measuring and evaluating AI systems, understanding the AI R&D workforce needs, expanding public-private partnerships, and establishing a principled approach to international collaboration in AI research. The federal government’s role in promoting responsible AI development and serving the public good is emphasized throughout the plan.
How AI Is Shaping the Future of Higher Ed
M’hammed Abdous – Inside Higher Ed
Artificial intelligence is transforming higher education with its potential to solve complex problems and enhance human capabilities. AI is reshaping administrative, teaching, learning, and research activities, but it also presents ethical challenges and bias concerns. The future of AI in academia requires transparent discussions on its impact, ethical governance frameworks, assessing its impact on the labor market, integrating AI across the curriculum, and interdisciplinary research to understand AI’s complexities and ensure an equitable AI-driven society.
The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Leadership: How To Leverage AI To Improve Decision-Making
The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Leadership: How To Leverage AI To Improve Decision-Making March 14, 2023 Authored: Kara Dennison Published: Forbes Magazine Summary: In 2023, AI plays a crucial role in leadership decision-making, offering benefits like predictive analytics, natural language processing, and fraud detection. Implementing AI helps businesses streamline operations, reduce costs, and free […]
A college student created an app that can tell whether AI wrote an essay
Emma Bowman – National Public Radio
Princeton University senior Edward Tian has developed GPTZero, an app to detect whether text is written by the AI chatbot ChatGPT, addressing concerns about AI plagiarism in academia. The app uses “perplexity” and “burstiness” indicators to distinguish human-written text from AI-generated content. While not foolproof, the app aims to bring transparency to AI and promote responsible adoption of AI technologies. Other efforts to curb AI plagiarism include OpenAI’s plan to watermark GPT-generated text, and Hugging Face’s tool to detect AI-written content. The New York City education department has blocked access to ChatGPT in schools due to concerns about its impact on learning.