Tag: artificial intelligence

OpenAI Sora Hollywood

OpenAI has initiated a strategic engagement with Hollywood's elite studios, such as Paramount, Universal, and Warner Bros Discovery, to introduce its groundbreaking video generation technology, Sora. The move aims to mitigate concerns within the film industry about the potential adverse effects of artificial intelligence on the sector. Sam Altman, OpenAI's CEO, and Brad Lightcap, the…

March 29, 20240Comments

February 27, 20240Comments

AI-Generated Misinformation

Meta, the conglomerate behind Facebook and Instagram, has formed a specialised team to combat deceptive artificial intelligence (AI) content during the upcoming EU elections in June. This move reflects growing concerns about the potential misuse of generative AI technologies, which can create convincing fake videos, images, and audio to mislead voters. The announcement coincides with…

February 26, 20240Comments

The Deepfake Dilemma: Navigating the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

Deepfake technology emerges as a double-edged sword in today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, offering groundbreaking possibilities and daunting challenges. Artificial intelligence drives this technology, creating hyper-realistic videos of people saying or doing things they never did, central to a complex debate. Let's explore the multifaceted world of deepfakes to understand their potential, perils, and the…

February 25, 20240Comments

Nvidia AI Chips Boom

The renowned chipmaker Nvidia has recently achieved a historic milestone by reaching a market valuation of $2 trillion (£ 1.58 trillion), marking its rapid rise among the world's top-valued corporations. The Silicon Valley-based company witnessed a more than 4% increase in its shares during Friday morning trading. However, the numbers slightly dipped later on. This…

February 24, 20240Comments

AI-Powered Bionic Arms

Introduction In medical technology, few advancements stir as much excitement and hope as the development of prosthetic limbs. These devices, which restore a degree of normalcy to the lives of amputees, have come a long way from the rudimentary wooden appendages of yesteryears. Today, we stand on the brink of a revolutionary leap forward with…

January 31, 20240Comments

AI in Cancer Diagnosis

Histofy, a spin-out company from The University of Warwick, has developed an innovative artificial intelligence (AI) tool to enhance cancer diagnosis and treatment. This device, designed by scientists, assists medical professionals in grading cancer by analyzing cell division within tumors. Counting dividing cells is crucial in determining the aggressiveness or grade of the cancer, which…

December 6, 20230Comments

Google Unveils Gemini: A New Era of Advanced AI Reasoning

Google recently unveiled an advanced artificial intelligence (AI) model touted for its enhanced "reasoning capabilities." This model is designed to provide more thoughtful responses to complex questions, addressing a common issue in AI content generators known as 'hallucinations,' where the AI might generate incorrect or misleading information. Named Gemini, this AI model has been rigorously…

October 25, 20230Comments

AI-generated Images Child Exploitation

Predators Exploit AI to Create Disturbing Images of Celebrities as Children A troubling trend is emerging as paedophiles use artificial intelligence (AI) to generate images of well-known singers and actors as children, according to the Internet Watch Foundation (IWF). These disturbing images are being shared on the dark web, raising serious concerns. The IWF's latest…

October 22, 20230Comments

AI in Africa

Introduction Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping the world in unprecedented ways. From revolutionising industries to simplifying everyday tasks, AI has become integral to our lives. However, amidst the global AI surge, one question remains: where does Africa stand in this AI revolution? In this article, we explore the current state of AI in Africa, its…