
Navigating the AI Terrain
Lately, the terrain of artificial intelligence has been marked by profound uncertainty and rapid evolution. As AI technology advances at an unprecedented pace, its implications span a wide spectrum of possibilities and challenges. From groundbreaking innovations that inspire hope to revolutionise healthcare, education, and industry to pressing ethical dilemmas and concerns about job displacement and privacy, the landscape is both promising and unpredictable.
This edition of THINK explores the multifaceted nature of AI and its profound impact on various dimensions of our lives. Navigating this perplexing terrain requires a careful balance of optimism and caution as we strive to harness the potential of AI while addressing its societal impacts. Each piece offers in-depth insights from industry experts to spark much-needed discussions on how we, as a human race, approach the advent of AI.
In this issue:
- Interview with Professor Sanjay Sarma — AI and the Affordable New Educational Institution
THINK visited Prof Sanjay Sarma in his office at the Asia School of Business (ASB) to discuss his white paper, “An Affordable New Educational Institution”, as well as the impact of AI on higher education.
- Truth Decay
Prof Simon Chesterman underscores the intersection of fake news and generative AI, highlighting its implications on political discourse and how we should consider regulating them. He also warns us to be critical of our information diet to safeguard against synthetic media.
- Genesis Kai
THINK was invited to interview Genesis Kai, a virtual artist born from the fusion of natural language processing AI and tactile senses acquired through her human creator, Ming Shiu. Genesis Kai provides intriguing answers to questions many wonder about, telling her “phygital” stories from a unique non-human perspective.
… and many more.
Truth Decay
This article draws on material first published in the Straits Times on 15 January 2024. “Fake news” is an old problem. But generative AI and…
Business Ethics in AI: A Wake-Up Call for the Industry
Artificial Intelligence has been evolving for decades, mainly behind the scenes. However, the breakthrough and widespread availability of generative AI technologies like ChatGPT and Dall-E…
Unleashing the Potential of AI for Indonesia’s Digital Government Transformation
The rapid advancement of digital technologies is reshaping the landscape of governance worldwide. As Indonesia embarks on an ambitious journey to transform its public services…
Chatbots are More – And Less – Dangerous Than You Think
When ChatGPT launched in November of 2022, it took everyone by surprise, including its creators. For OpenAI, ChatGPT was just a wrapper for their real…
Yin, Yang, and Machine Learning: The Convergence of TCM and AI
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is a form of complementary medicine that was first developed over two thousand years ago. The TCM concepts, such as ‘Yin’(阴)…
AI in Healthcare: The Future of Patient Care and Health Management
Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research (MFMER). All rights reserved. 1998–2024. Article text and photo for first illustration used with permission of MFMER; all…
AI and the Affordable New Educational Institution — An Interview with Prof Sanjay Sarma
PROF SANJAY SARMA Prof Sanjay Sarma is the CEO, President, and Dean of the Asia School of Business (ASB). He is also a professor of…
Future of AI: Six Possibilities for Educators (That Were Once Impossible)
Alice laughed. “There’s no use trying,” she said. “One can’t believe impossible things.” “I daresay you haven’t had much practice,” said the Queen. “When I…
Harnessing the Power of AI to Combat Climate Change
In today’s rapidly changing world, not only are our cultural society and technology evolving, but our environment is undergoing significant transformations. You may have noticed…