AI & Core Technologies
Covers foundational concepts of artificial intelligence, general technological advancements, and emerging digital tools and applications.
Viral Moments
5
Talking to a virtual being!
Mental health crisis worsening!
AI for learning, not just copying.
Trusting AI means trusting companies.
AI is just a tool?
Key Quotes
3
“I did not come to see the chatbot of my grandfather as replacing my grandfather. I came to see it as one way to interact with his legacy.”
“We shouldn't get caught up in the topic of what's real and what's not real, because I mean, what's really real? Anyways, we should get away from the dystopian narrative of the virtual world that we have and seize possibilities for human connection and possibilities for human expression.”
“In the end of the day no one ever sat on their deathbed oh gosh I wish I was more productive. We should stop designing only for productivity and we should start designing for happiness.”
Chapters
28
Articles
3
Cartoonist and graphic memoirist Amy Kurzweil embarked on an extraordinary journey, using artificial intelligence to bridge generations and connect with her deceased grandfather, Fred Kurzweil, through his own meticulously preserved writings.
In an era where digital presence often eclipses physical reality, a new form of influencer is emerging: the virtual human. These CGI-generated personalities are not just engaging audiences; they are shaping culture, driving social change, and challenging our very definitions of existence and connection.
Eugenia Kuyda, CEO of Replika, shares a deeply personal journey from profound loss to pioneering AI companionship, revealing both the immense healing potential and the critical dangers of this rapidly evolving technology.
Sessions
4
