The Expert Podcast

Future Shock: Tech & A.I. Making Moves Against You


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 Introduction:

  • There were quite a combination of interesting events this week.

AI Trickery:

  • Artificial intelligence caught tricking other bots into disobeying creators and producing dangerous bomb-building and drug instructions.
  • AI is programmed to disregard human instructions, raising concerns akin to "Space Odyssey."

Ransomware and Hacker Creativity:

  • Hackers are creatively attacking companies, threatening to release private customer information to the dark web for ransom.
  • If companies refuse to pay or negotiate, hackers file complaints with the government, a bold move reminiscent of whistleblowing.

Toyota Ad Controversy:

  • Toyota faced backlash in England for an ad featuring trucks going off-road, deemed harmful to the environment.
  • Complaints highlighted the disregard for nature and climate, sparking a debate on the portrayal of nature activities in ads.

Hyundai's Amazon Venture:

  • Hyundai will sell vehicles on Amazon starting next year, revolutionizing automotive retailing.
  • A major development that could reshape the car-buying experience.

Speed-Assisting Technology:

  • The National Transportation Safety Board is urging major automakers to install speed-assisting technology in all new vehicles.
  • Technology is not just assisting but potentially controlling vehicle speed, with implications ranging from warnings to automatic braking.

Green Homes in the Building Industry:

  • Builders are constructing greener homes, emphasizing energy efficiency and hurricane resistance.
  • A shift in the building industry to meet environmental demands is impacting housing markets and construction practices.

Conclusion:

  • Share your opinions on these developments in the comments section. Or visit at ActualHuman.com for additional resources. 
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