Is AI really taking our jobs? The future of work explained
Will artificial intelligence and automation cause huge unemployment? Is the tech revolution going to deliver on its promises of transformational change to workplaces, the economy and beyond? We speak to Professor Judy Wajcman to uncover the truth behind the hype, and separate AI myths from reality.
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AI's hidden supply chain explained: why it's more fragile than you think
What powers artificial intelligence? And how stable is the infrastructure it's built on? Dr Nils Peters explains why even a small disruption to this global network could have huge consequences.
How crowd crush prevention technology could keep us safe at events
In this film, we explore how cutting-edge artificial intelligence is being developed to assist event security and police forces in managing public safety at large-scale gatherings.
Can AI understand distress? The hidden signals in emergency calls
What can’t AI be used for? We speak to Professor Elizabeth Stokoe to understand the limitations of AI in critical, high-stakes situations. Through conversation analysis we see the science behind the viral 911 pizza delivery call, and the hidden signals that AI voice assistant tools might miss.
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