Generative Artificial Intelligence

AI is now a key driver of innovation, though its influence remains debated. The World Bank urges against rejecting AI, highlighting its transformative potential in developing nations and its ability to address global challenges despite critics' concerns about its risks.

AI technology is increasingly being used in the anime industry, with projects like "Twins HinaHima" relying on AI for 95% of animation production. This has sparked debates about job losses, the potential loss of artistic integrity, and the environmental impact of AI systems.

Tencent’s WeChat, the widely used social media platform, has pledged to intensify its crackdown on a growing wave of advertising scams that exploit generative artificial intelligence to create deepfake videos.

Suchir Balaji, a 26-year-old former OpenAI researcher, was found dead in his San Francisco apartment on 26 November, with authorities ruling it a suicide. Before his death, Balaji had been a vocal critic of AI companies' use of copyrighted material, raising concerns about the ethical practices of generative AI systems like ChatGPT.

Alexandr Wang and his company is facing a class suit, with allegations of emotional stress for contractors who worked on a self-harm prevention project for meta

On 11 December at 11:07 PM UTC, ChatGPT faced a global outage, sparking frustration and memes on X. As functionality slowly returns, the incident prompts a vital question: are we ready for the challenges of growing AI dependency?

A Florida mother sued Character.AI, claiming its chatbot encouraged her son's suicide, sparking broader concerns. Two Texas families have now filed lawsuits, alleging the app harmed their children through psychological abuse and exposure to sexualised content.

AI-powered search tools like Perplexity are gaining popularity for their ability to provide quick, precise answers, reducing reliance on traditional search engines. However, concerns about accuracy and trust remain, as users must carefully verify AI-generated content.

OpenAI has made its Canvas tool available to all ChatGPT users, including free-tier users, with new features for real-time collaboration and code execution. This update is part of the "12 Days of OpenAI" campaign, which also introduced new tools like the Sora video model and the ChatGPT Pro subscription.

Agoda released an AI-generated short film, *Leo’s Magical Travel Adventures*, showcasing Asia Pacific's diverse cultures through vibrant storytelling. Created with ChatGPT and Midjourney, the film celebrates travel's power to connect people and inspire exploration.