Algorithmic bias has long been recognized as a key problem affecting decision-making processes that integrate artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. The increased use of AI in making military decisions relevant to the use of force has sustained such questions about biases in these technologies and in how human users programme with and rely on data based ... Show More
Aug 7
An evitable catastrophe: reclaiming humanity from the nuclear brink
On August 6th and 9th 1945, Hiroshima and Nagasaki became the first – and so far only – targets of nuclear weapons in warfare, killing over 100,000 people instantly and devastating countless lives for decades to come. The humanitarian consequences of such weapons are unmatched in ... Show More
14m 58s
Mar 2025
The Future of AI: Predictions and Realities
In this episode, Jaeden Schafer discusses the current challenges and developments in the AI industry, particularly focusing on the limitations faced by major players like OpenAI and Anthropic. The conversation explores the anticipated improvements in AI models, the predictions fo ... Show More
18m 14s
Feb 2025
Mirca Madianou, "Technocolonialism: When Technology for Good is Harmful" (Polity, 2024)
With over 300 million people in need of humanitarian assistance, and with emergencies and climate disasters becoming more common, AI and big data are being championed as forces for good and as solutions to the complex challenges of the aid sector.Technocolonialism: When Technolog ... Show More
1h 5m
Jan 2025
#543: What Lawyers Need to Know About the Ethics of Using AI, with Hilary Gerzhoy
In this conversation, Hillary Gerzhoy discusses the intersection of legal ethics and artificial intelligence (AI) in the legal profession. She highlights the risks associated with incorporating AI into legal practices, emphasizing the importance of confidentiality and the distinc ... Show More
40m 54s
Mar 2025
Insights from OpenAI's AMA: The Next Breakthrough in AI
In a recent AMA, OpenAI executives discussed the future of AI, focusing on advancements in models, the introduction of AI agents, and the importance of cost reduction for accessibility. They highlighted the ongoing development of various AI tools, including Sora and image models, ... Show More
17m 4s
Jul 19
Exploring the Dark Side of AI: Risks, Consciousness, and Responsibility
The Cybersecurity Today episode revisits a discussion on the risks and implications of AI hosted by Jim Love, with guests Marcel Gagné and John Pinard. They discuss the 'dark side of AI,' covering topics like AI misbehavior, the misuse of AI as a tool, and the importance of data ... Show More
1h 5m