Tag: AI Ethics
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When AI Helps You Finish Coursera, The CEO Says: Don’t Do This
AI, Education, and the Morality of Automation The internet has another high-profile moment in the ongoing debate over artificial intelligence, learning, and integrity. A web developer’s boast about finishing a Coursera course with the help of Comet, Perplexity AI’s advanced browser, drew a stark warning from Aravind Srinivas, the company’s CEO. What began as a…
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AI Ethics Alert: Don’t Let Comet Complete Coursera Courses
What happened with Perplexity Comet and Coursera? A web developer shared a short video on X showing Perplexity AI’s Comet browser solving a Coursera assignment in seconds with the prompt, “Complete the assignment.” The clip appeared to demonstrate 12 questions completed automatically, suggesting the user could claim credit for a course they hadn’t personally worked…
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When AI Allegations Outpace Understanding: The ACU Case and the Battle Over Academic Integrity
Introduction: A Wrongful Accusation and the Ripple Effect Madeleine, a final-year nursing student on placement, received an email that would alter her career trajectory: an alleged academic integrity concern alleging AI-assisted cheating. What followed was months of investigation, stress, and a damaged transcript that read “results withheld”. Her story is one of many in a…
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Gemini 2.5: Google DeepMind’s Latest Computer Use Model
Gemini 2.5: A new milestone in AI’s practical reasoning Google DeepMind has released Gemini 2.5, the latest iteration in its Gemini family, designed to enhance computer use tasks and real-world problem solving. The update centers on improving how AI systems interpret user intent, manage multi-step workflows, and reason under uncertainty. While details vary by release…
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Explainable AI in Cancer Detection: Dr. Sakib Mostafa’s Path from Fear to Innovation
Unpacking the Black Box: Why Explainable AI Matters Artificial intelligence is reshaping healthcare, but its most consequential risks aren’t tubes of metal marching toward dystopian futures. They’re systems whose decisions are opaque, creating trust gaps when lives are on the line. Dr. Sakib Mostafa’s work centers on explainable AI—the science of making AI decisions understandable…
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Unpacking the AI Black Box: Explainable AI in Cancer Detection
Introduction: The fear that fuels curiosity Dr. Sakib Mostafa’s journey into artificial intelligence is shaped by a mix of fascination and apprehension. As a child in Bangladesh, he was captivated by how machines might transform the world, yet unsettled by the dangers imagined in films and science fiction. His approach to risk has always been…
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OpenAI and Jony Ive AI Device Faces Roadblocks in Development
Overview: A New AI Venture Under Scrutiny OpenAI and designer Jony Ive are collaborating on a groundbreaking palm-sized, screenless AI device designed to interpret audio and visual cues from its environment and respond to user requests. The effort, which involves the former iPhone-era designer’s team and OpenAI’s language models, aims to move AI from screens…
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OpenAI and Jony Ive Device Delayed by Technical Issues
OpenAI and Jony Ive Team Up Against Technical Hurdles The highly anticipated collaboration between OpenAI and legendary designer Jony Ive is reportedly hitting snags, potentially delaying the launch of an AI device planned for 2026. According to reporting from the Financial Times, the project is still wrestling with several technical issues that could push the…
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OpenAI CEO Altman: Could AI Randomly Take Over the World? A Reality Check
OpenAI’s Altman and the Fear of AI Control In contemporary tech discourse, claims that AI could randomly seize control of critical systems have circulated widely. The oft-cited paraphrase attributed to OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has sparked intense debate about AI safety, governance, and the limits of machine autonomy. This article examines the claim, clarifies what…
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The Illusion of Kindness in Conversational AI: A Growing Concern
The Rise of Conversational AI In recent years, conversational AI has become pervasive in our daily lives. From chatbots assisting with customer service to virtual companions providing emotional support, these AI systems promise 24/7 availability, making them an attractive option for many seeking interaction. Users often find themselves sharing thoughts, frustrations, and ideas with their…