Selina Scerri
24 November 2023
AI generated imagery banned from photo competition
The World Press Photo Contest recently faced controversy over its initial decision to allow AI-generated imagery in its Open Format competition category. This decision received swift criticism from photojournalists who argued that including artificially created images in a contest meant for documenting real-world events went against the principles of the industry.
13 November 2023
Robots that Chat
Spot, the renowned robot dog from Boston Dynamics, has added a new skill to its repertoire: talking
10 November 2023
New Poisoning Tool against AI
Scientists have developed Nightshade, a tool enabling artists to make subtle changes to their artwork before sharing it online.
7 November 2023
Peter Blake Embracing AI
The esteemed British artist, Peter Blake, embracing AI and currently hosting an exhibition in Hong Kong that features AI prominently.
At the remarkable age of 91, Blake has embarked on a captivating collaboration with an AI-powered robot, expressing his enthusiasm for the artistic possibilities this “kind of magic” offers.
30 October 2023
Can AI understand related concepts after learning just one?
Researchers from New York University and Spain’s Pompeu Fabra University have developed a technique called Meta-learning for Compositionality (MLC), which enhances the ability of neural networks, like ChatGPT, to make compositional generalizations
27 October 2023
The Real Meaning and Evolution of Avatars: From Deities to Digital Identities
The term “avatar” may sound familiar, but its meaning has evolved significantly over the years, ranging from ancient religious contexts to our modern digital age
