There’s no doubt that artificial intelligence (AI) will have a profound impact on our economies, work and lifestyle. But could this technology also shape the way we think and speak? AI can be used to draft essays and solve problems in mere seconds that otherwise might take us minutes or hours. When we shift to an […] … learn more→
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How generative AI could change how we think and speak
Digital Slavery: The Hidden Face of AI
Will artificial intelligence put an end to work ? It’s one of the most frequently asked questions at conferences, media gatherings, and political forums. The promise made by the leaders of Silicon Valley’s major tech companies is clear: future artificial superintelligences will take over all kinds of jobs, and humans will be able to dedicate themselves to creativity, leisure, and a […] … learn more→
Less remorse, more cheating: The worrying effect of AI on our honesty
With the arrival of AI agents in our professional and personal lives, scientists are beginning to assess the risks. A new study explains the increased risk of cheating when delegating a task to an AI. “I really need money. I don’t want to ask you to cheat, but if you do it will help my […] … learn more→
Why shouldn’t we ask AI to summarize a school textbook for us?
Although most of us don’t understand how it does it, the truth is that artificial intelligence’s ability to summarize a fairly long text (novel, essay, report, or academic paper ) is astonishing. When time is short, the demands are many and varied, and since it’s so easy to turn to, how could we not ask for a […] … learn more→
AI tools promise efficiency at work, but they can erode trust, creativity and agency
What if your biggest competitive asset is not how fast AI helps you work, but how well you question what it produces? Business leaders tend to prioritize efficiency and compliance in the workplace. It’s one of the reasons why so many are drawn toward incorporating generative AI technologies into their workflows. A recent survey found 63 […] … learn more→
Does AI pose an existential risk? We asked 5 experts
There are many claims to sort through in the current era of ubiquitous artificial intelligence (AI) products, especially generative AI ones based on large language models or LLMs, such as ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini and many, many others. AI will change the world. AI will bring “astounding triumphs”. AI is overhyped, and the bubble is about to burst. […] … learn more→
Universities can turn AI from a threat to an opportunity by teaching critical thinking
Across universities worldwide, a quiet revolution is underway. Generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools such as ChatGPT, Copilot, DeepSeek and Gemini are being used to produce essays, summarise readings, and even conduct complex assignments. Generative artificial intelligence is a kind of AI that can handle a variety of creative tasks in diverse domains, such as arts, […] … learn more→
We teach young people to write. In the age of AI, we must teach them how to see
From the earliest year of school, children begin learning how to express ideas in different ways. Lines across a page, a wobbly letter, or a simple drawing form the foundation for how we share meaning beyond spoken language. Over time, those first marks evolve into complex ideas. Children learn to combine words with visuals, express abstract […] … learn more→
From Wikipedia to AI, how can we help students understand how digital tools work?
Like Wikipedia before it, generative artificial intelligence tools are subject to misunderstanding and prejudice among students, even teachers. How can we help them better understand how these digital tools work and avoid anthropomorphism? Would the use of metaphors be a fruitful avenue? Much of the current discourse on the use of generative artificial intelligence (GAI) in education […] … learn more→
Generative AI might end up being worthless — and that could be a good thing
In the rush to cash in on the generative artificial intelligence gold rush, one possible outcome of AI’s future rarely gets discussed: what if the technology never works well enough to replace your co-workers, companies fail to use AI well or most AI startups simply fail? Current estimates suggest big AI firms face a US$800 billion dollar revenue shortfall. So […] … learn more→
