With new developments in artificial intelligence happening at lightning speed, it can be hard to keep up. That’s where we come in. We know you’re busy, so we’ll get right to the main points on how breakthroughs in machine learning, neural networks, and other AI systems could impact your life. No AI degree required!
Brought to you by The Alan Turing Institute, the national institute for data science and AI, Jonah and Smera delve into the big AI stories each month so you don’t have to. We’re not here for hype or fear mongering. Just balanced coverage to keep you up-to-date. Think of us as your shortcut to AI literacy!
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With new developments in artificial intelligence happening at lightning speed, it can be hard to keep up. That’s where we come in. We know you’re busy, so we’ll get right to the main points on how breakthroughs in machine learning, neural networks, and other AI systems could impact your life. No AI degree required!
Brought to you by The Alan Turing Institute, the national institute for data science and AI, Jonah and Smera delve into the big AI stories each month so you don’t have to. We’re not here for hype or fear mongering. Just balanced coverage to keep you up-to-date. Think of us as your shortcut to AI literacy!
Join us as we read between the lines on artificial intelligence.
Dead internet theory, AI Bubble and Fake Obituaries
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Dead internet theory, AI Bubble and Fake Obituaries
This month, Smera and Jessie dive deep into the intriguing world of conspiracy theories, welcoming Chris Thomas from the Turing to discuss the controversial "dead internet theory." They explore the notion that much of the internet is now a fabricated landscape, questioning the authenticity of online interactions and content.
In addition, the episode sheds light on the alarming trend of fake online obituaries and Smera asks whether we are currently experiencing an AI bubble as she explains the details of the financial dip in August 2024.
Sources
AI landlords update
Dead Internet Theory
The Dead Internet Theory, Explained (forbes.com)
Dead Internet Theory: Most of the Internet is Fake | Agora Road's Macintosh Cafe
https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2024/apr/30/techscape-artificial-intelligence-bots-dead-internet-theory
The ‘dead internet theory’ makes eerie claims about an AI-run web. The truth is more sinister (theconversation.com)
AI Bubble
https://buttondown.email/maiht3k/archive/the-grimy-residue-of-the-ai-bubble/
https://qz.com/ai-stocks-dot-com-bubble-nvidia-google-microsoft-amazon-1851407019
https://www.reuters.com/markets/echoes-dotcom-bubble-haunt-ai-driven-us-stock-market-2024-07-02/
https://www.businessinsider.com/ai-internet-dotcom-bubble-tech-stocks-nvidia-market-crash-gordon-2024-5
Adtech and fake obituaries
https://checkmyads.org/fake-obituary-advertising-spam/
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With new developments in artificial intelligence happening at lightning speed, it can be hard to keep up. That’s where we come in. We know you’re busy, so we’ll get right to the main points on how breakthroughs in machine learning, neural networks, and other AI systems could impact your life. No AI degree required!
Brought to you by The Alan Turing Institute, the national institute for data science and AI, Jonah and Smera delve into the big AI stories each month so you don’t have to. We’re not here for hype or fear mongering. Just balanced coverage to keep you up-to-date. Think of us as your shortcut to AI literacy!
Join us as we read between the lines on artificial intelligence.
