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Episode Synopsis
In this episode of Common Ground, hosts Roger and David delve into the hot topic of artificial intelligence (AI), its history, and its transformative impact on various sectors. They explore the roots of AI, dating back to the 1950s with Alan Turing's pioneering work, and discuss how advancements in data availability and computing power have accelerated AI development. The hosts highlight contemporary use cases including Siri, Alexa, Netflix recommendations, email spam filters, and healthcare diagnostics. They also address the ethical concerns surrounding AI, such as bias, deep fakes, hallucinations, copyright issues, and the potential for job displacement. To wrap up, they pose a thought-provoking question on open versus closed AI development models, inviting listeners to engage in the ongoing debate. Stay tuned for more episodes in this informative AI series.00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:28 Overview of AI01:00 History and Evolution of AI02:40 Current Applications of AI04:20 Controversies and Ethical Concerns06:39 Impact on Jobs and Future Outlook08:57 Open vs Closed AI Development10:00 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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