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Universities are making different choices about AI. How will they fit with their public missions?

Universities are making different choices about AI. How will they fit with their public missions?

Artificial intelligence has moved quickly from being an emerging technology to one that is rapidly forcing universities to make consequential choices. The federal government is investing heavily in university-based research in artificial intelligence, and has introduced an AI literacy strategy that includes a commitment to reaching one million entry-level post-secondary students. Research on technological change […] … learn more→

The United Nations has a plan to govern AI – but has it bought the industry’s hype?

The United Nations has a plan to govern AI – but has it bought the industry’s hype?

The United Nations Secretary-General’s Advisory Board on Artificial Intelligence (AI) has released its final report on governing AI for humanity. The report presents a blueprint for addressing AI-related risks while still enabling the potential of this technology. It also includes a call to action for all governments and stakeholders to work together in governing AI to foster […] … learn more→