Technology

July 21, 2023

‘Terminator’ Director James Cameron Playfully Reminds Us That He Warned Us About AI in 1984

In 1984, director James Cameron brought The Terminator to our screens. Iconically played by Arnold Schwarzenegger, The Terminator was an unstoppable cyborg programmed to kill. So when Cameron, who is always up on cutting-edge technology, was asked his thoughts on problems with AI, his response wasn't surprising. “I warned you guys in 1984, but you didn't listen.

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July 7, 2023

AI Visualizes Barbie Dolls Based on Each of the 50 U.S. States

Thanks to the upcoming movie, Barbie has been on everyone's mind lately. So much so that Taylor Owens from BuzzFeed was inspired by the Mattel doll when creating a new AI image series. After taking a look at how AI imagines an average person from every U.S. state, BuzzFeed is now exploring what a Barbie representing every state looks like. A lot of the choices seemed to be based on climate, which determines Barbie's clothing.

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June 29, 2023

This Is What AI Thinks People From Each of the 50 U.S. States Look Like

People have been having a lot of fun with AI, particularly with image generators like Midjourney. Using the technology, we've seen everything from Renaissance-inspired streetwear to fantasy campers. For many, it's fascinating to see what AI considers “beautiful” or “perfect.” Recently, a writer at BuzzFeed, Sara Thompson, decided to see what would happen when she asked Midjourney what a typical person from each American state looked like.

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June 14, 2023

Smart Chess Board With Self-Moving Pieces Lets You Play Against Anyone in the World in Real-Time

Online gaming has made it possible to play with someone halfway across the world, but it's limited to video games and phone apps. Wouldn't it be amazing if the same principle could be applied to board games with physical pieces? A new smart board called GoChess could be the answer. This interactive, AI-powered chess board could revolutionize one of the greatest games out there.

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