NVIDIA GTC is the premier AI conference and exhibition. Learn about the latest advancements in AI, deep learning, and accelerated computing. Includes keynote speakers, sessions, workshops, and an exhibit hall.
For some, artificial intelligence tools answer questions and make life more efficient. But for others, AI has become a form of companionship – a virtual friend, a therapist, even a romantic partner. Is AI a cure for loneliness? Or is this a symptom of something gone very wrong? Horizons moderator William Brangham explores AI relationships with Sherry Turkle, Justin Gregg and Nick Thompson.
A look at Roger Zelazny's 'Lord of Light,' a science fiction novel blending Hindu mythology with futuristic technology, and its intriguing history, including alleged CIA interest and attempts to suppress its distribution. The article details the book's unique premise, its influence on other works, and the reasons behind the CIA's reported concerns.
Italo Calvino's 'literature machine' is a prescient vision of the perils and promise of artificial intelligence. This article explores Calvino's thoughts on the future of literature in the age of computers, his embrace of fantasy as a way to represent the modern world, and why his work remains relevant today.
A pilot program allows teachers to use AI to tackle their classroom problems. Researchers found that teachers learned to build and customize tools quickly, but successful integration depended on solving specific problems rather than just seeking efficiency.
The article discusses how AI is forcing institutions like schools, governments, and corporations to re-evaluate their purpose and adapt to a world where machines can increasingly perform cognitive tasks. It argues that institutions must become more adaptive, transparent, and focused on uniquely human values to remain relevant.
The article discusses the implications of Sam Altman's proposal to modify the social contract in light of advancements in AI, emphasizing the potential risks to marginalized communities and democratic values. It critiques the exclusionary nature of traditional social contract theories and questions the role of tech leaders in shaping societal norms.
News articles, videos, and podcasts related to artificial intelligence research, applications, and developments at MIT.
