Week 36

View this email in your browser Hi Humans, Could it be possible that AI will not leave us all unemployed? And how do you feel about an app that tracks your every move and can't be uninstalled? Curious? Then all you have to do is continue reading. But first, a short overview of what have happened in the AI-world since last: Weekly AI Wrap-Up : The future of game development has no game engine. Kids who use ChatGPT as a study assistant do worse on tests. Bill Gates has a good feeling about AI. Surprise 🤯 Hume has launched the demo of an empathic AI called Envi. Why AI Will not lead to a World without work   AI has stirred fears of a future where machines will take all our jobs, leaving humans without work. However, historical and economic evidence suggests otherwise.  Technology, including AI, tends to reduce costs and prices, thereby increasing real incomes and creating new job opportunities that offset those lost to automation. Despite numerous predictions of technological unemployment, the U.S. economy has for more than 100 years consistently added new jobs, even amid rapid technological advancements, such as the steam engine. Yes, they said the same thing when that happened… Source: BCG Why It Matters AI will change the nature of work but not eliminate it. It will create new opportunities and enhance productivity. Policymakers, businesses, and workers should focus on managing these changes and developing skills that complement AI. The future holds new and different workstreams, accompanied by novel opportunities and greater prosperity. But, the rapid pace of AI innovation could outstrip the economy's ability to create new job sectors quickly and securely enough. Vigilant oversight and proactive policies will be crucial to ensure a smooth and inclusive transition. A super tracker that can’t be uninstalled Have you heard about Microsoft’s 'Recall' — an AI-driven feature for Windows 11? What It Does: Takes constant screenshots of your activities. Creates a searchable library of your past work. Helps you quickly recall your digital life. The idea is to provide quick and easy access to your entire digital life. While the app promises boosted productivity, it has drawn sharp criticism due to privacy concerns—critics fear it could expose sensitive data like passwords. Although initial reports suggested users could uninstall it, Microsoft clarified that's not currently possible, attributing the oversight to a bug. Source: Microsoft Why It Matters This controversy underscores the tension between technological innovation and privacy. As AI features become more integrated into our lives, the debate over data security and user control grows ever more critical. Microsoft's handling of this situation may set important precedents for future AI developments and privacy standards. Join our community here: Thank you for reading! If you have inputs, or improvements - please reach out to me on LinkedIn:) This mail is made in collaboration with Martin Rosengaard and Silje Buch Larsen. Until next time // Annemette Møhl Copyright (C) 2024 AI.Hub CPH. All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in via our website. Our mailing address is: AI.Hub CPH Hojbro Plads 10 Kobenhavn K 1200 Denmark Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe