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Aug 21
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Microsoft’s AI chief raises alarm over ‘...

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Microsoft’s head of artificial intelligence said he’s being “kept awake at night” as more people report suffering from “AI psychosis”.


David Shrier, Professor of Practice, AI & Innovation at Imperial College London, told us "if someone is experiencing a psychotic episode, the AI might inadvertently reinforce the psychosis."


And, scientists have found our internal compass.


Russell Epstein, Professor of Psychology at the University of Pennsylvania, told us how they used neuroimaging and virtual reality to identify two brain regions that help humans maintain their sense of direction while moving around.


Also in this episode:


-We speak to Lynda Scammell, head of borderline at the MHRA, about the product warning relating to Nutrition Ignition Magnesium Glycinate Gummies


-US gamers will see a price hike for Sony’s PlayStation 5 console


-Google have unveiled their 10th generation of phone.


-A seabird that only poops while flying


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