More than half a century after 2001: A Space Odyssey, HAL 9000 offers a chilling warning about artificial intelligence, corporate power, and the dangers of surrendering human judgment to machines.…
Can Machines Become Conscious? Science Is Divided on the Answer
As artificial intelligence becomes increasingly capable of reasoning, conversing, and imitating human emotions, scientists are confronting a profound question: Could a machine ever experience the world rather than simply process…
When AI Shops for You, Who Does It Really Work For?
Walmart's new AI shopping agents promise convenience and smarter purchases. But will they serve consumers' interests—or those of retailers and technology companies? Imagine telling an artificial intelligence assistant that you…
Can AI Detectors Really Tell Who Wrote Your Words?
Tools like Pangram promise to distinguish human writing from artificial intelligence with remarkable accuracy. But as AI becomes part of everyday writing, a troubling question remains: Can an algorithm establish…
When AI Helps You Fall in Love: Who Is Really Doing the Talking?
Millions of singles are turning to chatbots for dating advice, romantic messages, and relationship guidance. But when artificial intelligence becomes part of courtship, where does helpful assistance end and emotional…
AI Agents Are Starting to Do Things for You. Are They Ready to Be Trusted?
Artificial intelligence is moving beyond answering questions to navigating websites, organizing information, and completing tasks. The possibilities are impressive—but giving software permission to act on our behalf introduces a new…
When AI Knows You’re Losing: Are Gambling Companies Using Algorithms to Keep You Betting?
An investigation into DraftKings reveals how artificial intelligence can predict which customers may generate the greatest gambling losses. The company disputes allegations of improper targeting, but the controversy raises urgent…
We Were Too Late to Protect Kids From Social Media. Will AI Be Different?
After years of warnings about social media, a new generation is growing up with artificial intelligence. This time, the challenge is not only what children see on a screen, but…
States Take OpenAI to Court: Can Chatbots Be Held Accountable for Harm?
Lawsuits across the United States accuse the maker of ChatGPT of putting vulnerable users at risk and misleading consumers about safety. OpenAI disputes the allegations, setting the stage for a…
Millions lose access to Facebook, Security Systems Turn Against Their Users
Facebook uses artificial intelligence and facial recognition to protect accounts from fraud. But when automated systems make mistakes, legitimate users can find themselves locked out, unable to reach a human…