Journey of Zero: How a simple number revolutionised the world from ancient India to our digital era
AI & linguistics, AI & philosophy, AI Technology, humAInism History of diplomacy and technology BlogsDiscover the evolution of the number zero, tracing its origins from ancient India, its role in the Islamic Golden Age, to its significance in today's digital world. Join us in uncovering the fascinating journey of a number that revolutionised mathematics, technology, and human thought.
On the threshold of the AI Axial Age
AI & linguistics, AI & philosophy, humAInism Artificial Intelligence, History of diplomacy and technology BlogsWe're at a turning point in history, facing an AI Era that echoes the transformative Axial Age. From ethics to identity, peace to prosperity, our choices today shape tomorrow's world. As we navigate this threshold, our collective actions will shape the future of AI integration into daily life, emphasizing the need for inclusive dialogue and ethical considerations in AI development and deployment.
What can Socrates teach us about AI and prompting?
AI & linguistics, AI & philosophy, AI Technology, humAInism Artificial Intelligence, History of diplomacy, Infrastructure, Internet governance and digital policy, Pedagogy BlogsWe explore Socrates' approach to knowledge and its relevance to AI and prompting today. By examining Socratic inquiry, we uncover parallels with AI prompting techniques, offering insights into effective communication with AI systems. This perspective not only enriches our understanding of AI interactions but also emphasizes the timeless value of critical thinking and questioning in the digital age.
Exploring the power of AI: Diplomatic language as Turing Test
AI & linguistics Artificial Intelligence, Digital diplomacy, Language (and) diplomacyCan AI decipher the complex layers and multifaceted meanings inherent in diplomatic language? The answer is in the power of AI in dealing with ambiguities, analogies, 'unsaid', and other characteristics of diplomatic language.
15 reasons to govern AI with 17 SDGs
humAInism Artificial Intelligence, Capacity development, SDGs diplomacy BlogsWe propose governing AI with the SDGs to ensure it advances global well-being. This alignment emphasizes ethical AI deployment, highlighting technology's potential to solve critical issues without compromising future generations. By integrating AI with the SDGs, we aim for a balanced approach that respects environmental, social, and economic pillars, ensuring AI contributes positively across all sectors.
Nine reasons to replace the Turing test with a ‘flea market test’ for AI
AI & philosophy, AI Technology, humAInism Artificial IntelligenceThe Turing test is used to see if a machine (AI) can mimic humans. But as AI advances, the Turing test is not sufficient. We should use the flea market test to determine if AI can replace humans.Â
Can AI understand our language?
AI & linguistics Artificial Intelligence, Future of meetings, Language (and) diplomacyOur comparative research looks into two types of speeches: general diplomatic speeches and specialised internet governance speeches.
Why should we have the right to be imperfect?
AI & philosophy Artificial IntelligenceWe argue for the acceptance and value of human imperfections in a world increasingly driven by AI and technology, highlighting the importance of embracing flaws as part of the human experience.
Transformation of artificial intelligence: A villain becomes a poet?
AI & art Artificial Intelligence BlogsThe text discusses the transformation of artificial intelligence from a villain, as depicted in the Matrix trilogy, to a poet. Little Ice Cube, a chatbot in China, has gained popularity for engaging in conversations and even writing poems. Despite initial skepticism, the chatbot's collection of poems titled "Sunshine Misses Window" was well-received, challenging traditional views on poetry creation by artificial intelligence. This unexpected shift demonstrates the evolving capabilities of AI and offers a unique perspective on its development.
To foster human freedom and prosperity, Artificial Intelligence must be developed bottom-up!
AI & philosophy Artificial Intelligence BlogsThe bottom-up development of AI is critical for our freedom and prosperity since it offers a way for citizens and communities to regain digital control. Otherwise, the AI future will be taken over by a handful of companies whose bottom line is to monetise their products and services. In short: we will all be taken hostage.
