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AI-driven misinformation ‘biggest short-term threat to global economy’

World Economic Forum highlights risk of election interference in year UK and US go to polls

The Guardian - UK · Jan 10, 2024

Newsmax host goes on bizarre rant about ‘lizard people’ and digital money

Carl Higbie calls Covid and lockdowns a ‘trial run’ for people to become financially reliant on US government

The Independent UK · Sep 29, 2023

NASA's Mars rovers could inspire a more ethical future for AI

Since ChatGPT’s release in late 2022, many news outlets have reported on the ethical threats posed by artificial intelligence. Tech pundits have issued warnings of killer robots bent on human extinction, while the World Economic Forum predicted that machines will take away jobs.

The Conversation · Sep 21, 2023

India ranked 67th on Energy Transition Index, Sweden on top: WEF

The World Economic Forum ranked India at the 67th place globally on its Energy Transition Index saying it is the only major economy with energy transition momentum accelerating across the Energy Transition Index’s equitable, secure and sustainable dimensions

The Hindu · Jun 28, 2023

Six good news stories about AI

The rapid spread of Artificial Intelligence (AI) programmes is sparking doomsday predictions ranging from mass lay-offs to the end of humankind.

The Week · Jun 21, 2023

The resurgence of ‘ticking timebomb’ tuberculosis

Tuberculosis is set to overtake Covid-19 as the world’s most deadly infectious disease, with medical experts warning its resurgence represents a “ticking timebomb” healthcare emergency.

The Week · Jun 6, 2023

Young job seekers need to prepare for future jobs

A recently released World Economic Forum (WEF) report, in collaboration with Chulalongkorn Business School, highlighting the impending disappearance of traditional clerical positions due to technological disruptions highlights the need to train specialised individuals to drive future business growth.

Bangkok Post · May 30, 2023

Is AI out for your job?

Science fiction is an ideal genre for people who wonder about, hope or fear for what can become real one day. One of the most famous themes in this genre is a dystopian future where technology develops malicious intent, and decides to take over the world with catastrophic consequences for…

Bangkok Post · May 28, 2023

Get-rich-quick schemes, pyramids and ponzis: five signs you're being scammed

Consumers are under a lot of financial strain. The World Economic Forum reports that the cost-of-living crisis is affecting people across the globe. With food and fuel prices rising, it’s becoming increasingly difficult to keep financially afloat. On top of that, salaries aren’t keeping up with inflation, making it more…

The Conversation · May 21, 2023

The 'No' campaign claimed to have the backing of Vincent Lingiari's grandson. But the man in question says he's not related

'No' campaign leaders Warren Mundine and Jacinta Nampijinpa Price have both claimed Indigenous land rights activist Vincent Lingiari's grandson opposed the Voice. Was that actually correct?

ABC News · May 18, 2023