Coinbase revealed the world's first crypto transaction entirely managed by AI agents. In this instance, one AI used crypto tokens to purchase AI tokens from another, signaling a leap forward in AI autonomy.
Read MoreThis week’s Synthetic Minds covers a report on the impact of AI on journalism - will it survive the digital revolution? In addition, this newsletter covers fraudulent scientific research, a space surveillance internet, California's $250M gamble and mindless scrolling.
Read MoreAI's influence in journalism will extend far beyond efficiency, potentially altering the very fabric of how we understand and engage with the world. As AI becomes more entrenched, will we lose control of the narratives that shape our society?
Read MoreThis week’s Synthetic Minds covers the return of the metaverse thanks to generative AI and the spatial internet, as well as AI in education, confusion by Eric Schmidt, 777 AI risks and a digital bakery. Enjoy!
Read MoreMetaverse 2.0 is characterised by a significant leap in technological capabilities, where photorealistic avatars, advanced AI, and real-time data processing converge to create digital environments that are nearly indistinguishable from reality.
Read MoreThe rise of AI in academia is forcing universities to confront an unsettling reality: the integrity of education is under siege. Tools like ChatGPT enable students to generate essays and complete assignments with unprecedented ease.
Read MoreIs our reliance on AI driving us towards an innovation explosion—or unmanageable chaos? Eric Schmidt, the former CEO of Google, recently shared his evolving and increasingly uncertain views on the future of AI during a discussion at Stanford
Read MoreMIT researchers have developed an AI Risk Repository to address the fragmented landscape of AI risk assessment. This comprehensive database, encompassing over 700 identified risks, categorizes them into domains such as discrimination, misinformation, and AI system failures.
Read MoreThis week’s Synthetic Minds covers an insightful interview with Cory Doctorow about Big Tech's attack on privacy and how organisations can prepare for the future. I will also cover the rise of AI scientists, the quantum brain, quantum encryption, and the loneliness epidemic caused by AI friends.
Read MoreDive into a compelling discussion on digital rights and privacy with a leading thinker. Unpack how technology impacts society and our future, challenging current norms and proposing transformative ideas for tomorrow’s digital landscape.
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