Artificial Intelligence

World leaders seek elusive AI common ground at Paris summit

Attempts to reach global agreement may also frustrate major powers

AI regulation around the world

Some key points about regulation in major jurisdictions

OpenAI announces new 'deep research' tool for ChatGPT

Artificial intelligence newcomer DeepSeek has sent Silicon Valley into a frenzy

Will DeepSeek become a major competitor to OpenAI?

The competition in the world of artificial intelligence, or AI, is getting more intense day by day. Along with powerful models like OpenAI's ChatGPT, China's DeepSeeK AI is also gaining popularity. How is this new AI startup surprising the whole world? Let's find out in today's Star Explains.

International Day of Education / Understanding educational psychology: Harnessing AI for holistic learning

The use of AI-driven education can play a pivotal role in bridging the gap where quality education is still inaccessible to people.

Navigating the AI revolution: Opportunities and challenges in Bangladesh

What remains to be seen is whether or not we can make full use of its potential.

UK study warns of perils in AI-driven 'intention economy'

The research argues the potentially "lucrative yet troubling" marketplace emerging for "digital signals of intent" could, in the near future, influence everything from buying movie tickets to voting for political candidates.

Can Bangladesh leverage AI for inclusive growth?

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative force in the global economy, positioning itself as a cornerstone of the fourth industrial revolution.

White House launches task force to address AI infrastructure and power needs

The White House has announced the formation of a new task force to tackle the growing infrastructure demands of artificial intelligence (AI) following a high-level meeting between U.S. officials and top executives from technology and power companies.

December 1, 2023
December 1, 2023

Is human civilisation at an inflection point?

Our brains are being reprogrammed to look for the easiest solutions to our most vexing social and political questions.

October 5, 2023
October 5, 2023

Exploring avenues of AI in education

Multidimensional integration of AI in education would mean modifying its entire structure, but if done right, it could improve efficiency and provide additional support for students and teachers alike.

October 4, 2023
October 4, 2023

Why AI tech needs to be democratised

To ensure that people profit from AI and other digital technologies and are protected from their misuse, we must discover responsible methods to use them.

September 2, 2023
September 2, 2023

AI-rendered images of deceased artistes: How ethical are these practices?

The rise of Artificial Intelligence-rendered artworks has been embroiled in controversies since its inception. From striking artistes to picketing actors, the utilisation of AI has stirred unease within the creative community. Recently, amidst Bangladeshi social media, the reimagining of actors in various styles, eras and contexts has captured headlines, sparking mixed reactions from a diverse audience. What particularly caught my attention was the rendering of images of late artistes, most notably Salman Shah.

June 13, 2023
June 13, 2023

Artificial intelligence is still far from being ‘intelligent’

Why does Big Tech want an immediate 6-month pause on any further development?

June 4, 2023
June 4, 2023

Ushering AI in Bangladesh

Bangladesh stands at the threshold of a paradigm shift in technological development as it is poised to change gear into a faster mode of economic development, and realising its vision of becoming a developed nation by 2041.

May 29, 2023
May 29, 2023

AI, democracy, and the global order

Future historians may well mark the second half of March 2023 as the moment when the era of artificial intelligence truly began.

May 29, 2023
May 29, 2023

The murky waters of using AI for writing

As AI evolves, it is crucial to establish ethical standards and regulations to address potential challenges.

May 20, 2023
May 20, 2023

Forget jobs. Will AI come for our joy?

At the risk of sounding another alarm bell, what are we to make of technology that arrives not only to optimise and improve human life but also to rob humans from our sources of joy and expression? 

May 6, 2023
May 6, 2023

So, ChatGPT can write? Ahem!

The correlation between writing and technology is as old as writing, for writing IS technology.  Technological advances such as papyrus, the printing press, the mechanical pencil, the fountain pen, and  the typewriter have complemented writing.