News - Dr Mark van Rijmenam, CSP | Strategic Futurist Speaker (Page 5)

Google's Privacy Blunders: The Hidden Database Exposed

If you think your data is safe with Google, think again—thousands of privacy mishaps suggest otherwise. Where is the "Don't be evil" mantra they used to champion?

The Rise of Bioprocessors: How Human Brain Cells Could Revolutionize AI

FinalSpark, a pioneering Swiss startup, has launched Neuroplatform, the world’s first bioprocessor using human brain organoids. This groundbreaking innovation promises to transform computing by drastically reducing energy consumption.

CEO or Chatbot? The AI Takeover at the Top

As AI reshapes the office, even CEOs aren't safe. With their high salaries and decision-making roles, CEOs seem ripe for AI replacement. Already, companies like NetDragon and Dictador have AI-driven CEOs handling strategic decisions without human biases.

AI or Just Hype? The Public Isn't Sure Yet

Generative AI has dominated headlines and tech discussions, but is it as revolutionary as its proponents claim? According to a recent study surveying six countries—Argentina, Denmark, France, Japan, the UK, and the USA—the public's engagement with AI tools like ChatGPT paints a mixed picture.

Brain Hacking: Precision Neuroscience Sets New Record with 4,096 Electrodes

Precision Neuroscience has made a groundbreaking leap in brain-computer interface (BCI) technology by setting a new record with 4,096 electrodes placed on a human brain, surpassing the previous record of 2,048.

Training the Future of AI: Balancing Innovation with Responsibility

OpenAI has announced the training of its next flagship AI model, a successor to the renowned GPT-4. In response to growing concerns about AI's risks, OpenAI has established a new Safety and Security Committee.

The Illusion of Self-Governance in AI and the Need for Regulation

Helen Toner and Tasha McCauley, former OpenAI board members, have raised a significant red flag: self-regulation in AI development is a flawed concept. Their experiences at OpenAI reveal the deep challenges and conflicts that arise when private companies are left to their own devices.

Google AI’s Pizza Glue Debacle: A Sign of Deeper Issues?

Google’s recent AI mishaps, after licensing Reddit's data that could be the cause for these widely inaccurate AI statements, have not only embarrassed the company but also highlighted the risks of integrating AI into everyday tools without robust safeguards.

AI Kill Switch: Too Little, Too Late?

The recent AI Seoul Summit saw major tech players like Google, OpenAI, and Microsoft agree to implement a "kill switch" for their most advanced AI models. This measure is intended to halt AI development if it crosses certain risk thresholds.

AI's Dark Side: How Criminals Use AI

Who knew AI could be the best friend of a cybercriminals? Generative AI has revolutionized productivity—not just for businesses, but for criminals too. From phishing to deepfake scams, AI tools are making malicious activities easier and more effective.