5 things about AI you may have missed today: Pope Francis warns of AI risks, Putin meets his AI double, more
Today, December 14, there were some interesting reports coming from the artificial intelligence (AI) space. Ahead of the 57th anniversary of World Day of Peace, Pope Francis urged world leaders to ensure that progress made in developing AI tools “will ultimately serve the cause of human fraternity and peace”. In other news, Russian President Vladimir Putin appeared briefly lost for words when he met with an AI-generated version of himself. This and more in today's AI roundup. Let us take a closer look.
Pope Francis, in his annual message for the World Day of Peace, calls on world leaders to ensure that advancements in AI contribute to human fraternity and peace, reports Vatican News. The message, centered on the theme 'Artificial Intelligence and Peace,' emphasizes the ethical dimension of these technologies, acknowledging their transformative impact on various aspects of human life. The Pope underscores the dual nature of progress in science and technology, highlighting both its potential benefits and ethical challenges.
“We have a duty to broaden our gaze and to direct techno-scientific research towards the pursuit of peace and the common good, in the service of the integral development of individuals and communities,” he said.
During an annual news conference, Russian President Vladimir Putin was briefly at a loss for words when confronted with an AI-generated version of himself, reported Reuters. The AI "double" posed a question about Putin's perspective on the dangers posed by AI and neural networks. This unexpected query led to a rare moment of hesitation from Putin, who was already in his fourth hour of addressing questions during the marathon event.
"I see you may resemble me and speak with my voice. But I have
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