The urgency to balance the potential of AI with its inherent risks is evident. Together with Laura Hilliger and Thomas Salmon, I was asked to provide feedback on an AI positioning paper that will be presented at the 18th annual Internet Governance Forum of the United Nations in October 2023. The position statement is titled “Higher education’s…
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Safeguarding User Data in an AI-Driven World: Ensuring Trust and Privacy Online
In today’s digital landscape, user data has become an invaluable asset for businesses, governments, and individuals alike. However, with the increasing prevalence of cyberattacks and data breaches, protecting user privacy and security has become a pressing concern. As technology continues to advance, artificial intelligence (AI) emerges as a powerful tool in identifying potential vectors of…
Finding the Perfect Match: A Guide to Testing Different AI and LLM Models for Your Dataset and Purpose
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Language Model (LLM) technologies have revolutionized numerous industries, from natural language processing to computer vision. However, with the myriad of AI and LLM models available today, choosing the best one for your specific dataset and purpose can be a daunting task. As detailed earlier, we’re using AI generative technologies to identify…
Building an AI Tool to Safeguard Against Cyberattacks: The Quest for Trustworthy Data
As cyberattacks increase, the need for reliable AI tools to detect them is greater than ever. However, creating these tools is complex, as it requires a labeled dataset to effectively train the AI model. As I detailed earlier, I’m working with a great team on the use of AI generative technologies to determine whether you…
Building an AI Tool to Identify Trustworthiness Online: Steps and Considerations
Today, digital content can be hard to evaluate for accuracy. To help, developers are creating AI tools using Language Models (LMs) and Large Language Models (LLMs) to identify trustworthy information. These tools can help protect users from false information. In an earlier post, I indicated that I’m working with a team that is building an…
Introducing TrustSense: Your Safeguard in the Digital World
We are thrilled to unveil TrustSense, a revolutionary AI-powered company dedicated to securing your online journey with trust, sincerity, and authenticity. In a rapidly evolving digital landscape, where phishing schemes, fraud cyberattacks, deepfakes, and hacking incidents pose significant threats, TrustSense steps forward as your ultimate shield against deception and manipulation. With a mission to empower…
CollaboraThink: Using AI to help people brainstorm and make decisions
This summer, I’ve been involved in a hackathon organized by Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) and the University of Tartu with three areas of focus (Medicine and Health, Education and the Future of Work, Finance and Economics). For those that do not frequent a hackathon, it is often a realm where developers (and sometimes educators) connect…
The Future of Education in the Age of AI
As part of the AI in the Classroom webinar series, from the Media Education Lab, I presented a session on the Future of Education in the Age of AI: Trends, Issues, and Solutions. In this workshop, we will discuss how AI is changing education. It helps teachers personalize learning, automate assessments, and improve collaboration. However,…
The Power and Perils of Generative AI in Education: What You Need to Know
I’m honored to sit on a panel of experts as they discuss artificial intelligence and how it can impact our future. This event is facilitated by the College of Education and Human Ecology at The Ohio State University. This is facilitated by Detra Price-Dennis and I’m joined by Ana-Paula Correia, Karen French, and Sean Hickey.…
How Will AI Impact the Job of Educators?
With the advancement of technology, AI has become an integral part of our daily lives. From Siri and Alexa to chatbots and AI-driven machines, we are surrounded by intelligent machines. While AI has brought about significant changes in various fields, it is also expected to impact the job of teachers. I wrote a bit about…