Artificial Intelligence is everywhere, from driving to art, so why not therapy? World over, there's a shortage of professionals even as the occurrences of mental health problems rise. To fill this gap, providers of mental health services are turning to AI-powered chatbots.

<h2>But how effective are these AI therapists?&nbsp;</h2>

As per reports, while some chatbots can offer helpful advice, others can be potentially harmful.

One chatbot that seeks to help people in crisis is called Woebot. It has been developed by Alison Darcy, a research psychologist and entrepreneur with a background in coding and therapy.

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Woebot, which is ultimately an app on the phone, is a kind of "pocket therapist" that uses its text function to help people manage concerns like depression, anxiety, addiction, and loneliness, anytime and anywhere.

However, as with any technology, Woebot is not foolproof. When CBS News tested it out, the chatbot failed to recognise suicidal thoughts but picked on them when exaggerated a bit.

The app has been available for use since 2017, but its access is limited to an employer benefit plan or access from a health professional. It is also available for use free of cost at Virtua Health, a non-profit healthcare company in New Jersey.

In a conversation with CBS News, Darcy stated that with the app, she was seeking to "modernise psychotherapy".

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"I think it's so interesting that our field hasn't, you know, had a great deal of innovation since the basic architecture was sort of laid down by Freud in the 1890s, right? That— that's really that sort of idea of, like, two people in a room. But that's not how we live our lives today. We have to modernise psychotherapy," she said.

The chatbot therapist has been trained on large amounts of specialised data to help the AI recognise words, phrases, and emojis associated with dysfunctional thoughts. After recognising these "dysfunctional thoughts," the chatbot acting like a cognitive behavioural therapy – or CBT practitioner challenges them.&nbsp;

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"It's actually hard to find a CBT practitioner. And also, if you're actually not by the side of your patient when they are struggling to get out of bed in the morning or at 2:00 am when they can't sleep, and they're feeling panicked, then we're actually leaving clinical value on the table."

<h2>The bad side of AI therapy</h2>

Another AI-based therapist, Tessa, which was developed as an eating disorder hotline by the National Eating Disorder Association (NEDA) had to be shut down last year when it was found to be giving harmful advice to people seeking help.&nbsp;

The chatbot was recommending that they count calories and strive for a deficit of up to 1,000 calories per day, among other "tips",&nbsp;which critics and users alleged led to the development of eating disorders.

As per Darcy, "there are going to be missteps if we try and move too quickly," however, she said, "We have an opportunity to develop these technologies more thoughtfully," and that she hopes that "we take it".

(With inputs from agencies)

Artificial Intelligence is everywhere, from driving to art, so why not therapy? World over, there's a shortage of professionals even as the occurrences of mental health problems rise.

Artificial Intelligence is everywhere, from driving to art, so why not therapy? World over, there's a shortage of professionals even as the occurrences of mental health problems rise. To fill this gap, providers of mental health services are turning to AI-powered chatbots. But how effective are these AI therapists? As per reports, while some chatbots can offer helpful advice, others can be potentially harmful. One chatbot that seeks to help people in crisis is called Woebot. It has been developed by Alison Darcy, a research psychologist and entrepreneur with a background in coding and therapy. Also read | AI's Achilles' heel: Pentagon developing tech to avoid rogue machines, slaughterbots in battle Woebot, which is ultimately an app on the phone, is a kind of "pocket therapist" that uses its text function to help people manage concerns like depression, anxiety, addiction, and loneliness, anytime and anywhere. However, as with any technology, Woebot is not foolproof. When CBS News tested it out, the chatbot failed to recognise suicidal thoughts but picked on them when exaggerated a bit. The app has been available for use since 2017, but its access is limited to an employer benefit plan or access from a health professional. It is also available for use free of cost at Virtua Health, a non-profit healthcare company in New Jersey. In a conversation with CBS News, Darcy stated that with the app, she was seeking to "modernise psychotherapy". Also read | Elon Musk under inquiry after defying Brazil judge's 'unconstitutional' order to block certain X accounts "I think it's so interesting that our field hasn't, you know, had a great deal of innovation since the basic architecture was sort of laid down by Freud in the 1890s, right? That— that's really that sort of idea of, like, two people in a room. But that's not how we live our lives today. We have to modernise psychotherapy," she said. The chatbot therapist has been trained on large amounts of specialised data to help the AI recognise words, phrases, and emojis associated with dysfunctional thoughts. After recognising these "dysfunctional thoughts," the chatbot acting like a cognitive behavioural therapy – or CBT practitioner challenges them. Watch | AI-based robot spots sick flowers in Tulip fields × "It's actually hard to find a CBT practitioner. And also, if you're actually not by the side of your patient when they are struggling to get out of bed in the morning or at 2:00 am when they can't sleep, and they're feeling panicked, then we're actually leaving clinical value on the table." The bad side of AI therapy Another AI-based therapist, Tessa, which was developed as an eating disorder hotline by the National Eating Disorder Association (NEDA) had to be shut down last year when it was found to be giving harmful advice to people seeking help. The chatbot was recommending that they count calories and strive for a deficit of up to 1,000 calories per day, among other "tips", which critics and users alleged led to the development of eating disorders. As per Darcy, "there are going to be missteps if we try and move too quickly," however, she said, "We have an opportunity to develop these technologies more thoughtfully," and that she hopes that "we take it". (With inputs from agencies)

AI chatbot therapists can change the future of psychotherapy, but how reliable are they?

Microsoft, the US-based multinational corporation, has raised concerns over possible Chinese influence and disruptions during elections in the United States, South Korea and India using artificial intelligence-generated content. Beijing apparently made a dry run during the presidential election in Taiwan.&nbsp;

A new report released Friday (Apr 5) by Microsoft Threat Intelligence revealed that the tech company has observed notable trends from state-backed actors "that demonstrate not only doubling down on familiar targets but also attempts to use more sophisticated influence techniques to achieve their goals".&nbsp;

The report said that it expects Chinese state-backed cyber groups to target crucial and high-profile elections with a possible involvement of North Korea also.&nbsp;

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The report said, "As populations in India, South Korea and the United States head to the polls, we are likely to see Chinese cyber and influence actors, and to some extent, North Korean cyber actors, work toward targeting these elections."&nbsp;

Chinese influence actors "experimented with new media" and "continued to refine AI-generated or AI-enhanced content" the report said.&nbsp;

"The influence actors behind these campaigns have shown a willingness to both amplify AI-generated media that benefits their strategic narratives, as well as create their own video, memes, and audio content," it added.&nbsp;

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The report highlighted&nbsp;a "notable uptick in content featuring Taiwanese political figures ahead of the January 13 presidential and legislative elections".&nbsp;

Besides Taiwan, China also used AI-generated content to spread propaganda related to Japan's disposal of nuclear wastewater, Hawaii's wildfire and Kentucky's train derailment last year in the form of memes and conspiracy theories.&nbsp;

According to Microsoft, the news anchors were created by the CapCut tool, which is developed by the Chinese company ByteDance, the owner of TikTok.&nbsp;

China hasn't reacted to Microsoft's report yet.&nbsp;

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<h2>Taiwan election: When pro-China disinformation targeted voters</h2>

Taiwan had claimed that&nbsp;the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/taiwan-election-pro-china-disinformation-targets-voters-with-deepfakes-and-manipulative-videos-678779">presidential election campaign</a> was hit by a wave of disinformation and TikTok videos, which are particularly aimed at candidates China opposes.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Beijing has made it clear that it opposes the frontrunner Lai Ching-te, whose Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) rejects China's assertion that Taiwan is its own territory.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Microsoft, the US-based multinational corporation, has raised concerns over possible Chinese influence and disruptions during elections in the United States, South Korea and India using artificial intelligence-generated content.

Microsoft, the US-based multinational corporation, has raised concerns over possible Chinese influence and disruptions during elections in the United States, South Korea and India using artificial intelligence-generated content. Beijing apparently made a dry run during the presidential election in Taiwan. A new report released Friday (Apr 5) by Microsoft Threat Intelligence revealed that the tech company has observed notable trends from state-backed actors "that demonstrate not only doubling down on familiar targets but also attempts to use more sophisticated influence techniques to achieve their goals". The report said that it expects Chinese state-backed cyber groups to target crucial and high-profile elections with a possible involvement of North Korea also. Also read: China blocking Dalai Lama's Sri Lanka visit, says top Buddhist leader The report said, "As populations in India, South Korea and the United States head to the polls, we are likely to see Chinese cyber and influence actors, and to some extent, North Korean cyber actors, work toward targeting these elections." Chinese influence actors "experimented with new media" and "continued to refine AI-generated or AI-enhanced content" the report said. "The influence actors behind these campaigns have shown a willingness to both amplify AI-generated media that benefits their strategic narratives, as well as create their own video, memes, and audio content," it added. Also read: Strong winds sucked out three people from their homes in China while they slept The report highlighted a "notable uptick in content featuring Taiwanese political figures ahead of the January 13 presidential and legislative elections". Besides Taiwan, China also used AI-generated content to spread propaganda related to Japan's disposal of nuclear wastewater, Hawaii's wildfire and Kentucky's train derailment last year in the form of memes and conspiracy theories. According to Microsoft, the news anchors were created by the CapCut tool, which is developed by the Chinese company ByteDance, the owner of TikTok. China hasn't reacted to Microsoft's report yet. Watch: India elections 2024: Populist poll promises vs reality in India × Taiwan election: When pro-China disinformation targeted voters Taiwan had claimed that the presidential election campaign was hit by a wave of disinformation and TikTok videos, which are particularly aimed at candidates China opposes. Beijing has made it clear that it opposes the frontrunner Lai Ching-te, whose Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) rejects China's assertion that Taiwan is its own territory. (With inputs from agencies)

Microsoft warns against possible Chinese manipulation during elections in India and US

Amid concern that autonomous AI-driven 'slaughterbots' or 'killer robots' can go rogue on the battlefield, the US Pentagon is actively working to address vulnerabilities in its Artificial Intelligence systems.

As per the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), AI systems could be exploited by attackers using visual tricks or manipulated signals.&nbsp;

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Researchers have identified that adversarial AI can be tricked by tiny alterations to its Machine learning (ML) inputs. For example, using tricks and manipulation of data, AI, which is devoid of human discretion, can be fooled into thinking anything is a tank and launch an attack.

Such manipulation can potentially lead to disastrous results on the battlefield.

<h2>Guaranteeing AI Robustness Against Deception (GARD)</h2>

Pentagon's answer to such a scenario is its Guaranteeing AI Robustness Against Deception or GARD research programme.

"GARD seeks to establish theoretical ML system foundations to identify system vulnerabilities, characterize properties that will enhance system robustness, and encourage the creation of effective defences," states the DARPA website.

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"GARD seeks to develop defences capable of defending against broad categories of attacks," it adds.

Dr&nbsp;Hava Siegelmann, program&nbsp;manager in DARPA's Information Innovation Office (I2O) explained, "There is a critical need for ML defence as the technology is increasingly incorporated into some of our most critical infrastructure."

"The GARD programme seeks to prevent the chaos that could ensue in the near future when attack methodologies, now in their infancy, have matured to a more destructive level. We must ensure ML is safe and incapable of being deceived," he added.&nbsp;

<h2>How will GARD&nbsp;accomplish this?</h2>

As per the DARPA website, GARD's novel response to adversarial AI will focus on three main objectives:&nbsp;

1) The development of theoretical foundations for defensible ML and a lexicon of new defence mechanisms based on them.

2) The creation and testing of defensible systems in a diverse range of settings.

3) The construction of a new test bed for characterising ML defensibility relative to threat scenarios. Through these interdependent program&nbsp;elements, GARD aims to create deception-resistant ML technologies with stringent criteria for evaluating their robustness.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Amid concern that autonomous AI-driven 'slaughterbots' or 'killer robots' can go rogue on the battlefield, the US Pentagon is actively working to address vulnerabilities in its Artificial Intelligence systems.

Amid concern that autonomous AI-driven 'slaughterbots' or 'killer robots' can go rogue on the battlefield, the US Pentagon is actively working to address vulnerabilities in its Artificial Intelligence systems. As per the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), AI systems could be exploited by attackers using visual tricks or manipulated signals. Also read | Boeing faces production slowdown as quality checks, FAA audits intensify Researchers have identified that adversarial AI can be tricked by tiny alterations to its Machine learning (ML) inputs. For example, using tricks and manipulation of data, AI, which is devoid of human discretion, can be fooled into thinking anything is a tank and launch an attack. Such manipulation can potentially lead to disastrous results on the battlefield. Guaranteeing AI Robustness Against Deception (GARD) Pentagon's answer to such a scenario is its Guaranteeing AI Robustness Against Deception or GARD research programme. "GARD seeks to establish theoretical ML system foundations to identify system vulnerabilities, characterize properties that will enhance system robustness, and encourage the creation of effective defences," states the DARPA website. Also read | 'Human depravity really knows no depths': Teacher that filmed herself raping schoolgirl banned from teaching "GARD seeks to develop defences capable of defending against broad categories of attacks," it adds. Dr Hava Siegelmann, program manager in DARPA's Information Innovation Office (I2O) explained, "There is a critical need for ML defence as the technology is increasingly incorporated into some of our most critical infrastructure." "The GARD programme seeks to prevent the chaos that could ensue in the near future when attack methodologies, now in their infancy, have matured to a more destructive level. We must ensure ML is safe and incapable of being deceived," he added. How will GARD accomplish this? As per the DARPA website, GARD's novel response to adversarial AI will focus on three main objectives: 1) The development of theoretical foundations for defensible ML and a lexicon of new defence mechanisms based on them. 2) The creation and testing of defensible systems in a diverse range of settings. 3) The construction of a new test bed for characterising ML defensibility relative to threat scenarios. Through these interdependent program elements, GARD aims to create deception-resistant ML technologies with stringent criteria for evaluating their robustness. (With inputs from agencies)

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The US and the UK have signed an MOU which will see the two nations work together in testing for the most advanced AI models. Watch in for more details!

US & UK to work together to standardise 'Artificial Intelligence' testing

As Artificial Intelligence gets more real by the day, the Artists Rights Alliance issued an open letter signed by more than 200 major music industry figures who want digital music service platforms to pledge that they won’t develop or use AI tools “that undermine or replace the human artistry of songwriters and artists or deny us fair compensation for our work.”

The letter was published on the Medium platform and features signatures from celebrities like Billie Eilish, Katy Perry, Nicki Minaj, R.E.M, the estates of Frank Sinatra and Bob Marley, Chuck D, Camila Cabello, J Balvin, Chuck D, Peter Frampton, Billy Porter, Jonas Brothers, Smoky Robinson, Imagine Dragons, Kate Hudson and many more. A total of more than 200 celebrities signed the letter.&nbsp;

<h2>Letter seeks to ask for protection for its creative talent</h2>

The letter calls on “AI developers, technology companies, platforms and digital music services to cease the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to infringe upon and devalue the rights of human artists.”

It further adds, “Make no mistake: we believe that, when used responsibly, AI has enormous potential to advance human creativity and in a manner that enables the development and growth of new and exciting experiences for music fans everywhere. Unfortunately, some platforms and developers are employing AI to sabotage creativity and undermine artists, songwriters, musicians and rights holders.”

The motto of the letter is to seek to “protect against the predatory use of AI to steal professional artists’ voices and likenesses, violate creators’ rights, and destroy the music ecosystem.”

<h2>AI threatens showbiz</h2>

Earlier, the entertainment and showbiz world asked for guarantees against the use of AI as both Writers Guild of America and SAG-AFTRA employees went on months-long strikes to limit the use of Artificial Intelligence.

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As Artificial Intelligence gets more real by the day, the Artists Rights Alliance issued an open letter signed by more than 200 major music industry figures who want digital music service platforms to pledge that they won’t develop or use AI tools “that undermine or replace the human artistry of songwriters and artists or deny us fair compensation for our work.

As Artificial Intelligence gets more real by the day, the Artists Rights Alliance issued an open letter signed by more than 200 major music industry figures who want digital music service platforms to pledge that they won’t develop or use AI tools “that undermine or replace the human artistry of songwriters and artists or deny us fair compensation for our work.” The letter was published on the Medium platform and features signatures from celebrities like Billie Eilish, Katy Perry, Nicki Minaj, R.E.M, the estates of Frank Sinatra and Bob Marley, Chuck D, Camila Cabello, J Balvin, Chuck D, Peter Frampton, Billy Porter, Jonas Brothers, Smoky Robinson, Imagine Dragons, Kate Hudson and many more. A total of more than 200 celebrities signed the letter. Letter seeks to ask for protection for its creative talent The letter calls on “AI developers, technology companies, platforms and digital music services to cease the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to infringe upon and devalue the rights of human artists.” It further adds, “Make no mistake: we believe that, when used responsibly, AI has enormous potential to advance human creativity and in a manner that enables the development and growth of new and exciting experiences for music fans everywhere. Unfortunately, some platforms and developers are employing AI to sabotage creativity and undermine artists, songwriters, musicians and rights holders.” The motto of the letter is to seek to “protect against the predatory use of AI to steal professional artists’ voices and likenesses, violate creators’ rights, and destroy the music ecosystem.” AI threatens showbiz Earlier, the entertainment and showbiz world asked for guarantees against the use of AI as both Writers Guild of America and SAG-AFTRA employees went on months-long strikes to limit the use of Artificial Intelligence. Also read: Taylor Swift among 141 new billionaires who joined list of world’s richest in 2024

Billie Eilish, Nicki Minaj and 200 artists write open letter warning of AI in music industry

Here, we bring you the news that is trending across WION's social media platforms- Oxford University researchers have created an innovative artificial intelligence tool, DrugGPT, aimed at assisting doctors in prescribing medicines. The tool is also designed to improve patients' understanding of their medication regimen.

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The Biden administration on Friday revised rules&nbsp;aimed at making it harder for China to access US&nbsp;artificial intelligence (AI) chips and chipmaking tools, part of an effort to hobble Beijing's chipmaking industry over national security concerns.

The rules, released in October, seek to halt shipments to China of more advanced&nbsp;AI&nbsp;chips designed by Nvidia and others as Washington cracks down on Beijing over concerns its advancing tech sector could help boost China's military.

The new rules, which run 166 pages in length, go into effect on Thursday. They clarify, for example, that restrictions on chip shipments to China also apply to laptops containing those chips.

The Commerce Department, which oversees export controls, has said it plans to continue updating its restrictions on technology shipments to China as it seeks to bolster and fine-tune the measures. 
 
(With inputs from agencies)

The Biden administration on Friday revised rules aimed at making it harder for China to access US artificial intelligence (AI) chips and chipmaking tools, part of an effort to hobble Beijing's chipmaking industry over national security concerns.

The Biden administration on Friday revised rules aimed at making it harder for China to access US artificial intelligence (AI) chips and chipmaking tools, part of an effort to hobble Beijing's chipmaking industry over national security concerns. The rules, released in October, seek to halt shipments to China of more advanced AI chips designed by Nvidia and others as Washington cracks down on Beijing over concerns its advancing tech sector could help boost China's military. The new rules, which run 166 pages in length, go into effect on Thursday. They clarify, for example, that restrictions on chip shipments to China also apply to laptops containing those chips. The Commerce Department, which oversees export controls, has said it plans to continue updating its restrictions on technology shipments to China as it seeks to bolster and fine-tune the measures. (With inputs from agencies)

US updates export curbs on AI chips and tools to China

We already know Artificial Intelligence can be biased, a number of recent incidents have shown as much. But, exactly how biased can technology be?

As per a new study: Very. A study used AI to analyse social media to see whether the technology can pick up signs of depression from posts made online. The results speak volumes.

<h2>Biased AI</h2>

The analyses found that while artificial intelligence (AI) can detect signs of depression in white Americans through social media use, it may not be as effective for Black individuals. In fact, it was three times less predictive when applied to Facebook posts by Black people, as compared to those by White people.

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"Race seems to have been especially neglected in work on language-based assessment of mental illness," wrote the authors of the study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS).

<h2>Research methodology: 'I' talk</h2>

For their research, they used an "off the shelf" AI toll to analyse the language of 868 volunteers, including equal numbers of Black and white adults with similar demographics like age and gender.

Participants were also asked to complete a depression screening questionnaire commonly used by healthcare providers.

As per previous research on social media posts, those individuals who frequently use first-person pronouns like I, me and mine, and certain words or terms that can be considered self-deprecating are more at risk of depression.

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Interestingly, the study revealed that the use of first-person pronouns and self-deprecating language was linked to depression only in white individuals.&nbsp;

Study co-author Sharath Chandra Guntuku said that they "were surprised that these language associations found in numerous prior studies didn't apply across the board."

While he acknowledged that social media data alone cannot diagnose depression, he said it could aid in risk assessment for individuals or communities.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

We already know Artificial Intelligence can be biased, a number of recent incidents have shown as much. But, exactly how biased can technology be? As per a new study: Very.

We already know Artificial Intelligence can be biased, a number of recent incidents have shown as much. But, exactly how biased can technology be? As per a new study: Very. A study used AI to analyse social media to see whether the technology can pick up signs of depression from posts made online. The results speak volumes. Biased AI The analyses found that while artificial intelligence (AI) can detect signs of depression in white Americans through social media use, it may not be as effective for Black individuals. In fact, it was three times less predictive when applied to Facebook posts by Black people, as compared to those by White people. Also read | Delving deep: Earth's crust holds more water than its ice caps, reveals study "Race seems to have been especially neglected in work on language-based assessment of mental illness," wrote the authors of the study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS). Research methodology: 'I' talk For their research, they used an "off the shelf" AI toll to analyse the language of 868 volunteers, including equal numbers of Black and white adults with similar demographics like age and gender. Participants were also asked to complete a depression screening questionnaire commonly used by healthcare providers. As per previous research on social media posts, those individuals who frequently use first-person pronouns like I, me and mine, and certain words or terms that can be considered self-deprecating are more at risk of depression. Also read | First Neuralink patient heard about brain implant through drunken phone call from friend Interestingly, the study revealed that the use of first-person pronouns and self-deprecating language was linked to depression only in white individuals. Study co-author Sharath Chandra Guntuku said that they "were surprised that these language associations found in numerous prior studies didn't apply across the board." While he acknowledged that social media data alone cannot diagnose depression, he said it could aid in risk assessment for individuals or communities. (With inputs from agencies)

New study reveals AI's hidden bias in screening depression in Black people

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According to a recent report by the Institute for Public Policy (IPPR), there could be a "jobs apocalypse" in the United Kingdom due to artificial intelligence (AI). It warns that nearly 8 million jobs are at risk of being replaced by AI.

<h2>Who is at the most risk?</h2>

Women, younger workers, and those on lower wages face the highest risk of losing their jobs to AI. It includes entry-level, part-time, secretarial, customer service, and administrative roles.

<h2>Two waves of AI adoption</h2>

According to the report, there will be two waves of AI adoption: the first wave, already underway, and a second wave where AI tech will be deeply integrated into workplace processes.&nbsp;

The think tank analysed over 22,000 tasks done manually by workers, covering almost every type of job, and deduced that 11% of tasks such as database management, scheduling, and stocktaking could be automated. Not only that, the study predicted that during the second wave, up to 59% of tasks done by the workers manually could be replaced by AI.

<h2>What is the 'worst-case scenario'?</h2>

In the worst-case scenario, the second wave of AI adoption could cause 7.9 million job losses without any GDP gains. Carsten Jung, senior economist at IPPR told the Guardian, “Already existing generative AI could lead to big labour market disruption or it could hugely boost economic growth. Either way, it is set to be a gamechanger for millions of us.”

“But technology isn’t destiny and a jobs apocalypse is not inevitable – government, employers and unions have the opportunity to make crucial design decisions now that ensure we manage this new technology well. If they don’t act soon, it may be too late.”

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However this could be controlled by proper intervention if workers are augmented to work alongside AI, it could lead to an economic boost of up to 13% to GDP, around £306 billion a year.

The IPPR report urged&nbsp;the government to implement a job-centric industrial strategy for AI. This includes tax incentives, subsidies for AI training, and regulatory changes. The government last month announced plans to invest £90 million in AI research hubs across the UK to explore responsible AI use in various sectors. 
 
(With inputs from agencies)

According to a recent report by the Institute for Public Policy (IPPR), there could be a "jobs apocalypse" in the United Kingdom due to artificial intelligence (AI).

According to a recent report by the Institute for Public Policy (IPPR), there could be a "jobs apocalypse" in the United Kingdom due to artificial intelligence (AI). It warns that nearly 8 million jobs are at risk of being replaced by AI. Who is at the most risk? Women, younger workers, and those on lower wages face the highest risk of losing their jobs to AI. It includes entry-level, part-time, secretarial, customer service, and administrative roles. Two waves of AI adoption According to the report, there will be two waves of AI adoption: the first wave, already underway, and a second wave where AI tech will be deeply integrated into workplace processes. The think tank analysed over 22,000 tasks done manually by workers, covering almost every type of job, and deduced that 11% of tasks such as database management, scheduling, and stocktaking could be automated. Not only that, the study predicted that during the second wave, up to 59% of tasks done by the workers manually could be replaced by AI. What is the 'worst-case scenario'? In the worst-case scenario, the second wave of AI adoption could cause 7.9 million job losses without any GDP gains. Carsten Jung, senior economist at IPPR told the Guardian, “Already existing generative AI could lead to big labour market disruption or it could hugely boost economic growth. Either way, it is set to be a gamechanger for millions of us.” “But technology isn’t destiny and a jobs apocalypse is not inevitable – government, employers and unions have the opportunity to make crucial design decisions now that ensure we manage this new technology well. If they don’t act soon, it may be too late.” Also read | United Nations unanimously adopts first global resolution on artificial intelligence However this could be controlled by proper intervention if workers are augmented to work alongside AI, it could lead to an economic boost of up to 13% to GDP, around £306 billion a year. The IPPR report urged the government to implement a job-centric industrial strategy for AI. This includes tax incentives, subsidies for AI training, and regulatory changes. The government last month announced plans to invest £90 million in AI research hubs across the UK to explore responsible AI use in various sectors. (With inputs from agencies)

AI could displace nearly 8 million jobs in UK, says report: Here's what you need to know

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Researchers in Kenya are developing an artificial intelligence app which they hope will accurately diagnose tuberculosis and possibly other chest infections. They're seeing whether the software can distinguish between coughs of people with the disease, and those without.

AI app trialled to detect tuberculosis cough

The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has subsided, but its impact can still be seen as long Covid. Hence, regular monitoring of cases and symptoms, in the form of testing, is necessary.&nbsp;

As we all know samples for Covid diagnostic tests are typically collected using an anterior nares (nasal) swab sample. Some diagnostic tests involve other samples such as mid-turbinate, nasopharyngeal, oropharyngeal, or saliva.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, in the latest development, Johns Hopkins University has highlighted research that shows artificial intelligence (AI) can spot Covid in lung ultrasound images.&nbsp;

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Researchers published a study on March 11 in <a href="https://www.nature.com/articles/s43856-024-00463-5">Communications Medicine</a> that aims to explain the creation of an AI system that analyses lung ultrasound pictures.&nbsp;

The scans detect patterns known as B-lines, which show as bright, vertical anomalies and suggest inflammation in patients with pulmonary problems.&nbsp;

In a news release, the university said, "The findings culminate an effort that started early in the pandemic when clinicians needed tools to rapidly assess legions of patients in overwhelmed emergency rooms."&nbsp;

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The study further noted that the AI was trained by mixing computer-generated images with actual ultrasounds of patients, including some of those who sought care at Johns Hopkins.&nbsp;

As quoted, first author Lingyi Zhao, PhD, who developed the software during postdoctoral fellowship work, said, "Early in the pandemic, we didn't have enough ultrasound images of COVID-19 patients to develop and test our algorithms, and as a result, our deep neural networks never reached peak performance."&nbsp;

Further, the researchers taught the AI to learn from a combination of real and simulated data in order to identify abnormalities in ultrasound scans that suggest a person has COVID-19.&nbsp;

Zhao explained that the tool is a deep neural network, a sort of artificial intelligence designed to act similarly to the interconnected neurons that allow the brain to recognise patterns, process speech, and perform other complicated tasks.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has subsided, but its impact can still be seen as long Covid. Hence, regular monitoring of cases and symptoms, in the form of testing, is necessary.

The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has subsided, but its impact can still be seen as long Covid. Hence, regular monitoring of cases and symptoms, in the form of testing, is necessary. As we all know samples for Covid diagnostic tests are typically collected using an anterior nares (nasal) swab sample. Some diagnostic tests involve other samples such as mid-turbinate, nasopharyngeal, oropharyngeal, or saliva. Meanwhile, in the latest development, Johns Hopkins University has highlighted research that shows artificial intelligence (AI) can spot Covid in lung ultrasound images. Also read: Don't let menopause pause you, embrace it with confidence and dismantle stigmas Researchers published a study on March 11 in Communications Medicine that aims to explain the creation of an AI system that analyses lung ultrasound pictures. The scans detect patterns known as B-lines, which show as bright, vertical anomalies and suggest inflammation in patients with pulmonary problems. In a news release, the university said, "The findings culminate an effort that started early in the pandemic when clinicians needed tools to rapidly assess legions of patients in overwhelmed emergency rooms." Also read: Rising cases of silent heart attacks linked to long Covid? WION decodes The study further noted that the AI was trained by mixing computer-generated images with actual ultrasounds of patients, including some of those who sought care at Johns Hopkins. As quoted, first author Lingyi Zhao, PhD, who developed the software during postdoctoral fellowship work, said, "Early in the pandemic, we didn't have enough ultrasound images of COVID-19 patients to develop and test our algorithms, and as a result, our deep neural networks never reached peak performance." Further, the researchers taught the AI to learn from a combination of real and simulated data in order to identify abnormalities in ultrasound scans that suggest a person has COVID-19. Zhao explained that the tool is a deep neural network, a sort of artificial intelligence designed to act similarly to the interconnected neurons that allow the brain to recognise patterns, process speech, and perform other complicated tasks. (With inputs from agencies)

Artificial intelligence tool detects COVID-19 in lung ultrasound images: Study

The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on Thursday (Mar 21) unanimously adopted the first global resolution on artificial intelligence (AI). The resolution is aimed at encouraging personal data protection, monitoring AI for risks, and safeguarding human rights.&nbsp;

The nonbinding resolution was proposed by the United States and co-sponsored by China and 121 other nations. The officials said that it took three months to negotiate and advocate the strengthening of privacy policies.&nbsp;

While briefing the reporters, one of the senior administration officials said, "We're sailing in choppy waters with the fast-changing technology, which means that it's more important than ever to steer by the light of our values."&nbsp;

The official described the resolution as the "first-ever truly global consensus document on AI".&nbsp;

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Several analysts have raised concerns that without proper monitoring, the development of AI could be used to disrupt democratic processes, lead to job losses, and more. This resolution is expected to tackle such issues.&nbsp;

"The improper or malicious design, development, deployment and use of artificial intelligence systems ... pose risks that could ... undercut the protection, promotion and enjoyment of human rights and fundamental freedoms," the measure says.&nbsp;

On being asked about whether negotiators faced resistance from Russia or China, the officials conceded there were "lots of heated conversations. ...But we actively engaged with China, Russia, Cuba, other countries that often don’t see eye to eye with us on issues."&nbsp;

"We believe the resolution strikes the appropriate balance between furthering development while continuing to protect human rights," said one official&nbsp;on condition of anonymity to news agency Reuters.

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<h2>European Parliament passes artificial intelligence law</h2>

Earlier in March, the European Parliament approved rules to regulate AI - the world's first framework for managing AI amid concerns that the technology may endanger humans.&nbsp;

The regulation was agreed in negotiations with member states in December 2023. Now, it has been endorsed by MEPs with 523 votes in favour, 46 against and 49 abstentions.&nbsp;

The European Council is scheduled to formally approve the law in May. It will be fully operational 24 months after it goes into effect.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on Thursday (Mar 21) unanimously adopted the first global resolution on artificial intelligence (AI). The resolution is aimed at encouraging personal data protection, monitoring AI for risks, and safeguarding human rights.

The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on Thursday (Mar 21) unanimously adopted the first global resolution on artificial intelligence (AI). The resolution is aimed at encouraging personal data protection, monitoring AI for risks, and safeguarding human rights. The nonbinding resolution was proposed by the United States and co-sponsored by China and 121 other nations. The officials said that it took three months to negotiate and advocate the strengthening of privacy policies. While briefing the reporters, one of the senior administration officials said, "We're sailing in choppy waters with the fast-changing technology, which means that it's more important than ever to steer by the light of our values." The official described the resolution as the "first-ever truly global consensus document on AI". Also read: French competition authority hits Google with $272 million fine for copyright breaches Several analysts have raised concerns that without proper monitoring, the development of AI could be used to disrupt democratic processes, lead to job losses, and more. This resolution is expected to tackle such issues. "The improper or malicious design, development, deployment and use of artificial intelligence systems ... pose risks that could ... undercut the protection, promotion and enjoyment of human rights and fundamental freedoms," the measure says. On being asked about whether negotiators faced resistance from Russia or China, the officials conceded there were "lots of heated conversations. ...But we actively engaged with China, Russia, Cuba, other countries that often don’t see eye to eye with us on issues." "We believe the resolution strikes the appropriate balance between furthering development while continuing to protect human rights," said one official on condition of anonymity to news agency Reuters. Also read: Meta under probe for alleged role in illicit drug sales; adviser quits over self harm content European Parliament passes artificial intelligence law Earlier in March, the European Parliament approved rules to regulate AI - the world's first framework for managing AI amid concerns that the technology may endanger humans. The regulation was agreed in negotiations with member states in December 2023. Now, it has been endorsed by MEPs with 523 votes in favour, 46 against and 49 abstentions. The European Council is scheduled to formally approve the law in May. It will be fully operational 24 months after it goes into effect. (With inputs from agencies)

United Nations unanimously adopts first global resolution on artificial intelligence

In a world where Covid-19 still exists, AI tools play a key role in assisting and analysing lung ultrasound images. However, if not properly trained, these tools might misdiagnose Covid-19 cases.

AI-driven medical diagnostics for Covid in lungs, detects Covid-19 in ultrasound images

Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee on Thursday signed off on legislation designed to protect songwriters, performers and other music industry professionals against the potential dangers of artificial intelligence.

The move makes Tennessee, long known as the birthplace of country music and the launchpad for musical legends, the first state in the U.S. to enact such measures. Supporters say the goal is to ensure that AI tools cannot replicate an artist’s voice without their consent. The bill goes into effect July 1.

“We employ more people in Tennessee in the music industry than any other state,” Lee told reporters shortly after signing the bill into law. “Artists have intellectual property. They have gifts. They have a uniqueness that is theirs and theirs alone, certainly not artificial intelligence.”

The Volunteer State is just one of three states where name, photographs and likeness are considered a property right rather than a right of publicity. According to the newly signed statute — dubbed the Ensuring Likeness, Voice, and Image Security Act or “ELVIS Act” — vocal likeness will now be added to that list.

The law also creates a new civil action where people can be held liable if they publish or perform an individual’s voice without permission, as well as use a technology to produce an artist’s name, photographs, voice or likeness without the proper authorization.

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Yet it remains to be seen how effective the legislation will be for artists looking to shield their art from being scraped and replicated by AI without their permission. Supporters like Lee acknowledged that despite the sweeping support from those inside the music industry and unanimous approval from the Tennessee Statehouse, the legislation is untested. Amid ongoing clashes between the GOP supermajority and handful of Democrats, this level of bipartisan agreement is a shocking anomaly.

Many Tennessee musicians say they don’t have the luxury to wait for a perfect solution, pointing out that the threats of AI are already showing up on their cellphones and in their recording studios.

“Stuff comes in on my phone and I can’t tell it’s not me,” said country star Luke Bryan. “It’s a real deal now and hopefully this will curb it and slow it down.”

The Republican governor held the bill signing event at the heart of Nashville’s Lower Broadway inside a packed Robert’s Western World. The beloved honky tonk is often overflowing with tourists eager to listen to traditional country music and snag a fried bologna sandwich.

Lee joked that he and his wife, Maria, sometimes sneak into Robert’s for an incognito date while other lawmakers swapped stories about swinging by the iconic establishment on the weekends.

Naming the newly enacted statute after Elvis Presley wasn’t just a nod to one of the state’s most iconic residents.

The death of Presley in 1977 sparked a contentious and lengthy legal battle over the unauthorized use of his name and likeness, as many argued that once a celebrity died, their name and image entered into the public domain.

However, by 1984 the Tennessee Legislature passed the Personal Rights Protection Act, which ensured that personality rights do not stop at death and can be passed down to others. It states that “the individual rights … constitute property rights and are freely assignable and licensable, and do not expire upon the death of the individual so protected.”

The move was largely seen as critical to protecting Presley’s estate, but in the decades since then has also been praised as protecting the names, photographs and likenesses of all of Tennessee’s public figures.

Now Tennessee will add vocal likeness to those protections.

Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee on Thursday signed off on legislation designed to protect songwriters, performers and other music industry professionals against the potential dangers of artificial intelligence.

Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee on Thursday signed off on legislation designed to protect songwriters, performers and other music industry professionals against the potential dangers of artificial intelligence. The move makes Tennessee, long known as the birthplace of country music and the launchpad for musical legends, the first state in the U.S. to enact such measures. Supporters say the goal is to ensure that AI tools cannot replicate an artist’s voice without their consent. The bill goes into effect July 1. “We employ more people in Tennessee in the music industry than any other state,” Lee told reporters shortly after signing the bill into law. “Artists have intellectual property. They have gifts. They have a uniqueness that is theirs and theirs alone, certainly not artificial intelligence.” The Volunteer State is just one of three states where name, photographs and likeness are considered a property right rather than a right of publicity. According to the newly signed statute — dubbed the Ensuring Likeness, Voice, and Image Security Act or “ELVIS Act” — vocal likeness will now be added to that list. The law also creates a new civil action where people can be held liable if they publish or perform an individual’s voice without permission, as well as use a technology to produce an artist’s name, photographs, voice or likeness without the proper authorization. Also read: Blade Runner actor M Emmet Walsh dies at 88 Yet it remains to be seen how effective the legislation will be for artists looking to shield their art from being scraped and replicated by AI without their permission. Supporters like Lee acknowledged that despite the sweeping support from those inside the music industry and unanimous approval from the Tennessee Statehouse, the legislation is untested. Amid ongoing clashes between the GOP supermajority and handful of Democrats, this level of bipartisan agreement is a shocking anomaly. Many Tennessee musicians say they don’t have the luxury to wait for a perfect solution, pointing out that the threats of AI are already showing up on their cellphones and in their recording studios. “Stuff comes in on my phone and I can’t tell it’s not me,” said country star Luke Bryan. “It’s a real deal now and hopefully this will curb it and slow it down.” The Republican governor held the bill signing event at the heart of Nashville’s Lower Broadway inside a packed Robert’s Western World. The beloved honky tonk is often overflowing with tourists eager to listen to traditional country music and snag a fried bologna sandwich. Lee joked that he and his wife, Maria, sometimes sneak into Robert’s for an incognito date while other lawmakers swapped stories about swinging by the iconic establishment on the weekends. Naming the newly enacted statute after Elvis Presley wasn’t just a nod to one of the state’s most iconic residents. The death of Presley in 1977 sparked a contentious and lengthy legal battle over the unauthorized use of his name and likeness, as many argued that once a celebrity died, their name and image entered into the public domain. However, by 1984 the Tennessee Legislature passed the Personal Rights Protection Act, which ensured that personality rights do not stop at death and can be passed down to others. It states that “the individual rights … constitute property rights and are freely assignable and licensable, and do not expire upon the death of the individual so protected.” The move was largely seen as critical to protecting Presley’s estate, but in the decades since then has also been praised as protecting the names, photographs and likenesses of all of Tennessee’s public figures. Now Tennessee will add vocal likeness to those protections.

Tennessee just became the first state to protect musicians and other artists against AI

The service was launched in Nigeria last month by Canada-based Viamo and allows anyone, even in locations with no internet, to access ai technology. Viamo uses a traditional handset to tap into local mobile phone networks to send commands or requests for information through SMS or voice calls.

AI-backed phones offer solutions in Nigeria

UK Deputy Prime Minister Oliver Dowden has launched a global push to protect elections from Artificial Intelligence and misinformation ahead of summit for democracy.

UK Deputy PM's push to protect polls from AI | Dowden calls for global move

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's oratory has been described as one of the major causes of the Bharatiya Janata Party's meteoric rise to power in 2014. As the Indian prime minister seeks a third consecutive term in power, the BJP has deployed Artificial Intelligence to reap the electoral dividends of his oratory in the Indian languages apart from Hindi.&nbsp;

In recent weeks, the BJP has dedicated several social media handles just to disseminate PM Modi's speeches in languages such as Bangla, Odia, Telugu, and Malayalam.&nbsp;

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The BJP expanded its parliamentary landslide in 2019 by sweeping the Hindi-speaking north and west. This time around, the party's focus is to ensure maximum seats from eastern and southern states where regional parties remain PM Modi's principal challengers.

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These social media handles (@NaMoInTelugu, @NaMoInMalayalam, @NamoInBengali) put out PM Modi's speeches translated via Artificial Intelligence from Hindi into Telugu, Malayalam and Bengali.&nbsp;

<h2>What does it mean?</h2>

Earlier on Sunday (March 17),&nbsp;Prime Minister Narendra Modi reportedly expressed his desire for direct Telugu interaction with the people of Telangana. This appears to be the first time when PM Modi&nbsp;disclosed his utilisation of Artificial Intelligence to disseminate his speeches in Telugu.<img alt="Social media platform: X" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="574f2b6e-925b-4a0c-a424-a0a1a6ef2f96" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/Untitled%20design%20-%202024-03-17T133054.992.png" />

Speaking at a public meeting in Nagarkurnool, about 134 km south of state capital Hyderabad&nbsp;on Sunday (March 17), he said, "I want to associate with you people and I want to spread the message in Telugu," The Times of India reported.

"Please go to the Namo in Telugu handle; you can hear all my speeches in Telugu," PM Modi said.

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Telangana BJP chief and Secunderabad MP candidate Kishan Reddy said: "We are fortunate to have a PM who wishes to communicate in our language; all his speeches are now accessible in Telugu online."

The BJP under Modi is aiming to win 370 of 543 seats. The Opposition led by the Congress party has forged a 28-party Indian National Democratic Inclusive Alliance (I.N.D.I.A.) to de-seat Modi from power during the elections later this summer.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's oratory has been described as one of the major causes of the Bharatiya Janata Party's meteoric rise to power in 2014. As the Indian prime minister seeks a third consecutive term in power, the BJP has deployed Artificial Intelligence to reap the electoral dividends of his oratory in the Indian languages apart from Hindi.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's oratory has been described as one of the major causes of the Bharatiya Janata Party's meteoric rise to power in 2014. As the Indian prime minister seeks a third consecutive term in power, the BJP has deployed Artificial Intelligence to reap the electoral dividends of his oratory in the Indian languages apart from Hindi. In recent weeks, the BJP has dedicated several social media handles just to disseminate PM Modi's speeches in languages such as Bangla, Odia, Telugu, and Malayalam. Also read | Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Standout Entrants in BJP First List The BJP expanded its parliamentary landslide in 2019 by sweeping the Hindi-speaking north and west. This time around, the party's focus is to ensure maximum seats from eastern and southern states where regional parties remain PM Modi's principal challengers. Also read | Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Battle For Delhi's Big Seven These social media handles (@NaMoInTelugu, @NaMoInMalayalam, @NamoInBengali) put out PM Modi's speeches translated via Artificial Intelligence from Hindi into Telugu, Malayalam and Bengali. What does it mean? Earlier on Sunday (March 17), Prime Minister Narendra Modi reportedly expressed his desire for direct Telugu interaction with the people of Telangana. This appears to be the first time when PM Modi disclosed his utilisation of Artificial Intelligence to disseminate his speeches in Telugu. Speaking at a public meeting in Nagarkurnool, about 134 km south of state capital Hyderabad on Sunday (March 17), he said, "I want to associate with you people and I want to spread the message in Telugu," The Times of India reported. "Please go to the Namo in Telugu handle; you can hear all my speeches in Telugu," PM Modi said. Also watch | India Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Seven-phase polling to begin from April 19, results on June 4 × Telangana BJP chief and Secunderabad MP candidate Kishan Reddy said: "We are fortunate to have a PM who wishes to communicate in our language; all his speeches are now accessible in Telugu online." The BJP under Modi is aiming to win 370 of 543 seats. The Opposition led by the Congress party has forged a 28-party Indian National Democratic Inclusive Alliance (I.N.D.I.A.) to de-seat Modi from power during the elections later this summer. (With inputs from agencies)

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The use of artificial intelligence is expanding and, as many have predicted, AI is increasingly prominent in politics. WION tells you about the risks of artificial intelligence in a global election year.

Artificial Intelligence risks in a global election year

European Parliament on Wednesday (Mar 13) approved rules to regulate artificial intelligence (AI) - the world's first framework for managing AI amid concerns that the technology may endanger humans.&nbsp;

The regulation was agreed in negotiations with member states in December 2023. Now, it has been endorsed by MEPs with 523 votes in favour, 46 against and 49 abstentions.&nbsp;

Reports have mentioned that the European Council is scheduled to formally approve the law in May, hence it will be fully operational 24 months after it goes into effect.&nbsp;

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It aims to defend fundamental rights, democracy, the rule of law, and environmental sustainability from high-risk AI, and more.&nbsp;

An official statement mentioned that it would also be fostering innovation and promoting Europe as a leader in the field.&nbsp;

The statement mentioned, "The new rules ban certain AI applications that threaten citizens' rights, including biometric categorisation systems based on sensitive characteristics and untargeted scraping of facial images from the internet or CCTV footage to create facial recognition databases."&nbsp;

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The Internal Market Committee co-rapporteur Brando Benifei (S&amp;D, Italy) said during the plenary debate on Tuesday: "We finally have the world's first binding law on artificial intelligence, to reduce risks, create opportunities, combat discrimination, and bring transparency."&nbsp;

"[This is] the first regulation in the world that is putting a clear path towards a safe and human-centric development of AI," he said.&nbsp;

Benifei noted that the move by the Parliament will help in banning unacceptable AI practices in Europe and protect the rights of workers and citizens will be protected.&nbsp;

He added that the AI Office will now be set up to support companies to start complying with the rules before they enter into force.&nbsp;

"We ensured that human beings and European values are at the very centre of AI's development," Benifei added.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

European Parliament on Wednesday (Mar 13) approved rules to regulate artificial intelligence (AI) - the world's first framework for managing AI amid concerns that the technology may endanger humans.

European Parliament on Wednesday (Mar 13) approved rules to regulate artificial intelligence (AI) - the world's first framework for managing AI amid concerns that the technology may endanger humans. The regulation was agreed in negotiations with member states in December 2023. Now, it has been endorsed by MEPs with 523 votes in favour, 46 against and 49 abstentions. Reports have mentioned that the European Council is scheduled to formally approve the law in May, hence it will be fully operational 24 months after it goes into effect. Also read: More harm than good? AI, robots, trackers at workplace can be detrimental to quality of life, study finds It aims to defend fundamental rights, democracy, the rule of law, and environmental sustainability from high-risk AI, and more. An official statement mentioned that it would also be fostering innovation and promoting Europe as a leader in the field. The statement mentioned, "The new rules ban certain AI applications that threaten citizens' rights, including biometric categorisation systems based on sensitive characteristics and untargeted scraping of facial images from the internet or CCTV footage to create facial recognition databases." Also read: Trump's TikTok U-turn: Says some kids will 'go crazy without it', Facebook 'enemy of the people' ar The Internal Market Committee co-rapporteur Brando Benifei (S&D, Italy) said during the plenary debate on Tuesday: "We finally have the world's first binding law on artificial intelligence, to reduce risks, create opportunities, combat discrimination, and bring transparency." "[This is] the first regulation in the world that is putting a clear path towards a safe and human-centric development of AI," he said. Benifei noted that the move by the Parliament will help in banning unacceptable AI practices in Europe and protect the rights of workers and citizens will be protected. He added that the AI Office will now be set up to support companies to start complying with the rules before they enter into force. "We ensured that human beings and European values are at the very centre of AI's development," Benifei added. (With inputs from agencies)

European Parliament passes first-of-its-kind artificial intelligence law

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An experimental drug designed with the help of artificial intelligence (AI) to target an aggressive and often fatal lung disease has entered phase 2 clinical trials in China and the United States. Watch in for more details!

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World's first AI software engineer ‘Devin’ has been created by the tech company Cognition. The AI software engineer is capable of writing code, crafting websites and developing software with just a single prompt.

Devin stands as a groundbreaking tool, adept at a myriad of tasks. Unlike its counterparts, Devin isn't designed to replace human engineers but to seamlessly collaborate with them.

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Cognition proudly announced Devin's debut on Twitter, highlighting its exceptional performance on the SWE-Bench coding benchmark, success in practical engineering interviews at leading AI companies, and completion of actual tasks on Upwork.&nbsp;

Devin operates autonomously, employing its own shell, code editor, and web browser to solve engineering challenges.

What sets Devin apart is its remarkable foresight and ability to plan intricate tasks. It can make thousands of decisions, learn from errors, and continuously improve. Equipped with essential tools like a code editor and browser, Devin is considered the pinnacle of solutions for evaluating software engineering tasks based on the SWE-bench coding benchmark.

Its exceptional performance in various engineering interviews and tests solidifies its status as a cutting-edge AI assistant.

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However, Devin is not designed to work in isolation. Its purpose is to collaborate seamlessly with human engineers, offering real-time updates, accepting feedback, and participating in design decisions. Rather than replacing humans, Devin enhances their capabilities, promoting productivity and efficiency within teams.

Devin's capabilities are diverse, ranging from learning new technologies and building complete applications to addressing bugs in code and training AI models. Real-world challenges showcase its superiority over previous AI models, resolving nearly 14 per cent of issues compared to the under 2 per cent&nbsp;achieved by its predecessors – a significant breakthrough in software engineering.

Beyond theoretical prowess, Devin has demonstrated its efficacy on platforms like Upwork, tackling real-world coding tasks effortlessly, including debugging computer vision models and generating detailed reports.

Devin signifies a monumental stride in AI technology, revolutionizing software development by automating routine tasks and enabling engineers to focus on more complex problems. Whether you're a seasoned engineer or just starting out, Devin promises to make your job easier and more exhilarating than ever before.

(With inputs from agencies)

World's first AI software engineer ‘Devin’ has been created by the tech company Cognition. The AI software engineer is capable of writing code, crafting websites and developing software with just a single prompt.

World's first AI software engineer ‘Devin’ has been created by the tech company Cognition. The AI software engineer is capable of writing code, crafting websites and developing software with just a single prompt. Devin stands as a groundbreaking tool, adept at a myriad of tasks. Unlike its counterparts, Devin isn't designed to replace human engineers but to seamlessly collaborate with them. Also read: Microsoft to provide AI skills to 2 million people in India by 2025 Cognition proudly announced Devin's debut on Twitter, highlighting its exceptional performance on the SWE-Bench coding benchmark, success in practical engineering interviews at leading AI companies, and completion of actual tasks on Upwork. Devin operates autonomously, employing its own shell, code editor, and web browser to solve engineering challenges. What sets Devin apart is its remarkable foresight and ability to plan intricate tasks. It can make thousands of decisions, learn from errors, and continuously improve. Equipped with essential tools like a code editor and browser, Devin is considered the pinnacle of solutions for evaluating software engineering tasks based on the SWE-bench coding benchmark. Its exceptional performance in various engineering interviews and tests solidifies its status as a cutting-edge AI assistant. Also read: 'Too expensive,' AI not capable of replacing humans in workplaces However, Devin is not designed to work in isolation. Its purpose is to collaborate seamlessly with human engineers, offering real-time updates, accepting feedback, and participating in design decisions. Rather than replacing humans, Devin enhances their capabilities, promoting productivity and efficiency within teams. Devin's capabilities are diverse, ranging from learning new technologies and building complete applications to addressing bugs in code and training AI models. Real-world challenges showcase its superiority over previous AI models, resolving nearly 14 per cent of issues compared to the under 2 per cent achieved by its predecessors – a significant breakthrough in software engineering. Beyond theoretical prowess, Devin has demonstrated its efficacy on platforms like Upwork, tackling real-world coding tasks effortlessly, including debugging computer vision models and generating detailed reports. Devin signifies a monumental stride in AI technology, revolutionizing software development by automating routine tasks and enabling engineers to focus on more complex problems. Whether you're a seasoned engineer or just starting out, Devin promises to make your job easier and more exhilarating than ever before. (With inputs from agencies)

World’s first AI software engineer Devin can write code with a single prompt

Artificial Intelligence could lead to the extinction of humanity. Earlier, leaders from OpenAI, Google Deepmind, Anthropic and other AI labs warn that future systems could be as deadly as pandemics and nuclear weapons. Watch the story to know what US State Department commissioned report warns that ai could pose ‘extinction-level’ threat to humans.

AI poses extinction-level threat

Amidst growing concern over AI's role in the elections around the world Google has announced restrictions on the AI chatbot Gemini from answering questions about the global elections this year. Concerns are rising over misinformation and fake news among the public with the advancements in generative artificial intelligence. Watch to know more!

Google restricts Gemini AI from answering poll-related queries

Researchers have created a new adhesive patch that uses artificial intelligence to help people with voice disorders speak again. The AI will 'read' their throat muscles' movements and convert them into speech. Watch on for more details!

AI-enabled strip can help people with vocal disorders speak

In a new display of unique abilities, artificial intelligence has now been used to translate Adolf Hitler's 1939 Reichstag speech into English. These videos of AI-translated speech have now gone viral on social media network X and have been watched by tens of millions of people.&nbsp;

In the videos, the dictator is seen calling for the 'annihilation of the Jewish race' in AI-generated English. It appears that Hitler is giving the speech in English in his own voice.&nbsp;

The video has gone viral on the social media platform thanks to the free speech absolutism of Musk.&nbsp;

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Nazi Party's leader Adolf Hitler aimed at eliminating Jews and others - who were seen as Nazi Germany's enemies - across Europe.&nbsp;

Hitler's anti-semitism gave birth to Holocaust in which six million Jews were killed by the Nazi regime.

<h2>Viral video gets unexpected responses from social media user&nbsp;</h2>

Several accounts, operated by humans or bots, shared links to the 2017 neo-Nazi film Europa: The Last Battle while responding to Hitler's video.&nbsp;

The AI software, which was used for generating Hitler videos, was created by voice-cloning startup ElevenLabs, as reported by Wired.

Recently, ElevenLabs faced scrutiny when its tech was put into use for creating robocalls which impersonated United States President Joe Biden.

Watch:&nbsp;Germany likely in recession amid weak demand: Bundesbank

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The video received various comments, as some appeared to appreciate Hitler's speech.

"Did the psychopathic Globalists falsely demonise Hitler like they're trying to demonize Putin?'. It seems so," said the user.&nbsp;

"I'm beginning to think we may have lost WWII," said another user, who had a verified X account.&nbsp;

"It sounds like these people cared about their country above all else,' another comment read.&nbsp;

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In a new display of unique abilities, artificial intelligence has now been used to translate Adolf Hitler's 1939 Reichstag speech into English. These videos of AI-translated speech have now gone viral on social media network X and have been watched by tens of millions of people.

In a new display of unique abilities, artificial intelligence has now been used to translate Adolf Hitler's 1939 Reichstag speech into English. These videos of AI-translated speech have now gone viral on social media network X and have been watched by tens of millions of people. In the videos, the dictator is seen calling for the 'annihilation of the Jewish race' in AI-generated English. It appears that Hitler is giving the speech in English in his own voice. The video has gone viral on the social media platform thanks to the free speech absolutism of Musk. Also Read: Explained | How a German magazine fell for Hitler's fake diaries which are set to be made public Nazi Party's leader Adolf Hitler aimed at eliminating Jews and others - who were seen as Nazi Germany's enemies - across Europe. Hitler's anti-semitism gave birth to Holocaust in which six million Jews were killed by the Nazi regime. Viral video gets unexpected responses from social media user Several accounts, operated by humans or bots, shared links to the 2017 neo-Nazi film Europa: The Last Battle while responding to Hitler's video. The AI software, which was used for generating Hitler videos, was created by voice-cloning startup ElevenLabs, as reported by Wired. Recently, ElevenLabs faced scrutiny when its tech was put into use for creating robocalls which impersonated United States President Joe Biden. Watch: Germany likely in recession amid weak demand: Bundesbank The video received various comments, as some appeared to appreciate Hitler's speech. "Did the psychopathic Globalists falsely demonise Hitler like they're trying to demonize Putin?'. It seems so," said the user. "I'm beginning to think we may have lost WWII," said another user, who had a verified X account. "It sounds like these people cared about their country above all else,' another comment read. (With inputs from agencies)

AI makes Hitler deliver 1939 anti-semitic speech in English, video goes viral

The widespread integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies into existing tech systems is contributing to a substantial increase in energy consumption,&nbsp;resulting in severe environmental consequences.

According to a report in The New Yorker, ChatGPT, the widely-used chatbot developed by OpenAI, devours over half a million kilowatt-hours of electricity daily, as it handles nearly 200 million user requests worldwide. To put this into perspective, the average American household consumes about 29 kilowatt-hours per day. ChatGPT's energy usage, therefore, exceeds that of an average household by over 17,000 times.

<h2>What does it mean?</h2>

The projections of these energy consumptions by Artificial Intelligence companies show that if major tech corporations were to integrate generative AI technology into every search, it could result in an annual electricity consumption of around 29 billion kilowatt-hours.&nbsp;

This surpasses the annual energy consumption of entire nations such as Kenya, Guatemala, and Croatia, The New Yorker reported.

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According to a report by Business Insider, with the energy-intensive nature of AI, individual AI servers can match or surpass the power consumption of multiple households combined. By 2027, the entire AI sector could annually consume between 85 to 134 terawatt-hours, equivalent to half a per cent of global electricity consumption, the report adds.

Despite the impact on energy consumption, accurately quantifying the electricity usage of the AI industry remains a challenge due to variability in AI model operations and a lack of transparency from major tech companies.

But the estimates based on data from Nvidia, the top chipmaker in the AI market, suggest a significant surge in energy consumption within the sector in the coming years.

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However, the AI models are not alone in their high energy consumption. For example, Samsung utilises nearly 23 terawatt-hours of power annually. Tech giants such as Google and Microsoft use over 12 and 10 terawatt-hours respectively.

(With inputs from agencies)

The widespread integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies into existing tech systems is contributing to a substantial increase in energy consumption, resulting in severe environmental consequences.

The widespread integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies into existing tech systems is contributing to a substantial increase in energy consumption, resulting in severe environmental consequences. According to a report in The New Yorker, ChatGPT, the widely-used chatbot developed by OpenAI, devours over half a million kilowatt-hours of electricity daily, as it handles nearly 200 million user requests worldwide. To put this into perspective, the average American household consumes about 29 kilowatt-hours per day. ChatGPT's energy usage, therefore, exceeds that of an average household by over 17,000 times. What does it mean? The projections of these energy consumptions by Artificial Intelligence companies show that if major tech corporations were to integrate generative AI technology into every search, it could result in an annual electricity consumption of around 29 billion kilowatt-hours. This surpasses the annual energy consumption of entire nations such as Kenya, Guatemala, and Croatia, The New Yorker reported. Also watch | AI's soaring impact on wall street and energy consumption × According to a report by Business Insider, with the energy-intensive nature of AI, individual AI servers can match or surpass the power consumption of multiple households combined. By 2027, the entire AI sector could annually consume between 85 to 134 terawatt-hours, equivalent to half a per cent of global electricity consumption, the report adds. Despite the impact on energy consumption, accurately quantifying the electricity usage of the AI industry remains a challenge due to variability in AI model operations and a lack of transparency from major tech companies. But the estimates based on data from Nvidia, the top chipmaker in the AI market, suggest a significant surge in energy consumption within the sector in the coming years. Also read | The impact of AI on sustainability and ESG: Seizing opportunities and overcoming challenges However, the AI models are not alone in their high energy consumption. For example, Samsung utilises nearly 23 terawatt-hours of power annually. Tech giants such as Google and Microsoft use over 12 and 10 terawatt-hours respectively. (With inputs from agencies)

ChatGPT consumes 17,000 times more energy than an average US household: Report

Researchers have warned that scammers and propagandists around the world are deploying AI tools to build fake news sites, often leading readers and viewers to take it as an authentic source of information. The generative AI tools offer significantly cheaper and faster ways to manufacture content, a concerning trend as proxies increasingly use it to sway the masses in a year of high-stakes elections worldwide.

<h2>The fictional ‘psychiatrist’</h2>

One such fake story produced by AI and published on Global Village Space, a Pakistani digital outlet, went viral on the internet and claimed that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s psychiatrist had committed “suicide”.

The article, which emerged in November, claimed the ‘psychiatrist’ blamed Netanyahu for his death in a suicide note.

NewsGuard, a US-based research organisation that tracks misinformation, later revealed that the outlet was flooded with AI-generated content, mainly scrapped from mainstream online sources. Upon research, the organisation found significant similarities between the fake article and a fictitious 2010 article on a satirical website.

"The exponential growth in AI-generated news and information sources is alarming because these sites can be perceived by the average user as legitimate, trustworthy sources of information," NewsGuard analyst McKenzie Sadeghi was quoted as saying by AFP.

<h2>Used by propagandists</h2>

The fake article about Netanyahu’s psychiatrist went viral, in the face of the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas. An Iranian TV channel took it with both hands and&nbsp;urged the viewers to read the full article on Global Village Space.

The article was also translated into multiple languages, including Arabic, Farsi and French and then amplified by several handles across social media platforms.

A handful of sites even published obituaries of the fictional "psychiatrist".

<h2>Why is it concerning?</h2>

Experts believe scammers might use AI to disseminate misinformation in a year full of high-stakes elections, like in the US and India.

"Auto-generated misinformation is likely to be a major part of the 2024 elections," New York University professor Gary Marcus was quoted as saying by AFP. "Scammers are using (Generative) AI left, right and centre," he said.

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According to NewsGuard, there are at least 739 AI-generated "low-hanging news" sites that operate with little to no human oversight and come with generic names such as "Ireland Top News".

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Analysts believe it can also harm the interests of advertisers as they might be seen indirectly supporting content not based on facts and realities on the ground.

(With inputs from agencies)

Researchers have warned that scammers and propagandists around the world are deploying AI tools to build fake news sites, often leading readers and viewers to take it as an authentic source of information.

Researchers have warned that scammers and propagandists around the world are deploying AI tools to build fake news sites, often leading readers and viewers to take it as an authentic source of information. The generative AI tools offer significantly cheaper and faster ways to manufacture content, a concerning trend as proxies increasingly use it to sway the masses in a year of high-stakes elections worldwide. The fictional ‘psychiatrist’ One such fake story produced by AI and published on Global Village Space, a Pakistani digital outlet, went viral on the internet and claimed that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s psychiatrist had committed “suicide”. The article, which emerged in November, claimed the ‘psychiatrist’ blamed Netanyahu for his death in a suicide note. NewsGuard, a US-based research organisation that tracks misinformation, later revealed that the outlet was flooded with AI-generated content, mainly scrapped from mainstream online sources. Upon research, the organisation found significant similarities between the fake article and a fictitious 2010 article on a satirical website. "The exponential growth in AI-generated news and information sources is alarming because these sites can be perceived by the average user as legitimate, trustworthy sources of information," NewsGuard analyst McKenzie Sadeghi was quoted as saying by AFP. Used by propagandists The fake article about Netanyahu’s psychiatrist went viral, in the face of the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas. An Iranian TV channel took it with both hands and urged the viewers to read the full article on Global Village Space. The article was also translated into multiple languages, including Arabic, Farsi and French and then amplified by several handles across social media platforms. A handful of sites even published obituaries of the fictional "psychiatrist". Why is it concerning? Experts believe scammers might use AI to disseminate misinformation in a year full of high-stakes elections, like in the US and India. "Auto-generated misinformation is likely to be a major part of the 2024 elections," New York University professor Gary Marcus was quoted as saying by AFP. "Scammers are using (Generative) AI left, right and centre," he said. Watch: How AI is changing the future of work × According to NewsGuard, there are at least 739 AI-generated "low-hanging news" sites that operate with little to no human oversight and come with generic names such as "Ireland Top News". Also read: India AI Mission: Cabinet approves plan with outlay of $1.25 billion Analysts believe it can also harm the interests of advertisers as they might be seen indirectly supporting content not based on facts and realities on the ground. (With inputs from agencies)

Internet flooded with AI-powered ‘news’ sites that push propaganda, false stories: Report

Following an investigation by law firm WilmerHale into the circumstances surrounding the November dismissal of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, the world's leading artificial intelligence company announced on Friday that Altman would be returning to the board.

The probe concluded, leading to the establishment of new governance rules and an enhanced conflict of interest policy. The board unanimously expressed support for Altman's leadership.

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In addition to Altman, the new directors appointed include Sue Desmond-Hellmann, former CEO of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, Nicole Seligman, former president of Sony Entertainment, and Fidji Simo, CEO of Instacart. Altman welcomed the new board members, emphasising the significant work ahead for the company.

The investigation by WilmerHale revealed that Altman's dismissal was not linked to concerns about OpenAI's finances or product safety but rather stemmed from a breakdown in the relationship and loss of trust between the prior board and Altman.

The law firm found that the prior board believed its actions would address internal management challenges, not anticipating that they would destabilise the company.

While WilmerHale acknowledged that the prior board had the discretion to terminate Altman, it also stated that Altman's conduct did not necessitate removal.

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OpenAI announced the adoption of new corporate governance guidelines, the establishment of a whistleblower hotline, and the reinforcement of its conflict-of-interest policy. However, specific details about these improvements were not provided in the statement.

Altman's return as CEO, just days after his firing, followed strong expressions of shock from employees, investors, and Microsoft, OpenAI's major financial backer.

The subsequent reconstitution of the board, excluding Altman and led by Chairman Bret Taylor, was announced after discussions about OpenAI's governance. 
 
(With inputs from agencies)

Following an investigation by law firm WilmerHale into the circumstances surrounding the November dismissal of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, the world's leading artificial intelligence company announced on Friday that Altman would be returning to the board.

Following an investigation by law firm WilmerHale into the circumstances surrounding the November dismissal of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, the world's leading artificial intelligence company announced on Friday that Altman would be returning to the board. The probe concluded, leading to the establishment of new governance rules and an enhanced conflict of interest policy. The board unanimously expressed support for Altman's leadership. Also read: OpenAI's board which sacked Sam Altman replaced In addition to Altman, the new directors appointed include Sue Desmond-Hellmann, former CEO of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, Nicole Seligman, former president of Sony Entertainment, and Fidji Simo, CEO of Instacart. Altman welcomed the new board members, emphasising the significant work ahead for the company. The investigation by WilmerHale revealed that Altman's dismissal was not linked to concerns about OpenAI's finances or product safety but rather stemmed from a breakdown in the relationship and loss of trust between the prior board and Altman. The law firm found that the prior board believed its actions would address internal management challenges, not anticipating that they would destabilise the company. While WilmerHale acknowledged that the prior board had the discretion to terminate Altman, it also stated that Altman's conduct did not necessitate removal. Also read: An AI marketplace? OpenAI launches GPT Store OpenAI announced the adoption of new corporate governance guidelines, the establishment of a whistleblower hotline, and the reinforcement of its conflict-of-interest policy. However, specific details about these improvements were not provided in the statement. Altman's return as CEO, just days after his firing, followed strong expressions of shock from employees, investors, and Microsoft, OpenAI's major financial backer. The subsequent reconstitution of the board, excluding Altman and led by Chairman Bret Taylor, was announced after discussions about OpenAI's governance. (With inputs from agencies)

Sam Altman returns to OpenAI’s board with three new directors

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