What Can Higher Education Gain from Artificial Intelligence?

What Can Higher Education Gain from Artificial Intelligence? My journey with AI began at age 10 in Berkeley, where afternoons at the Lawrence Hall of Science introduced me to ELIZA—a primitive NLP program that planted the seed of curiosity about machines mimicking human thought. Decades later, co-founding AI companies like CrowdSmart and Common Good AI has shown me that intelligent automation isn’t just about replacing tasks; it’s about augmenting human potential. This perspective shapes my view on higher education’s role in integrating AI—not as a substitute for learning, but as a catalyst for skills that industrial automation and traditional curricula can’t teach. The Promise and Peril of AI in Learning AI’s greatest gift to […]

Protests Unveiled at Annecy: Animators Rally Against Industrial Automation’s AI Invasion

Protests Unveiled at Annecy: Animators Rally Against Industrial Automation’s AI Invasion The Annecy Animation Festival is set to become a battleground as global unions decry the encroachment of intelligent automation into creative industries. For animators, the threat isn’t just technological—it’s an existential clash between human artistry and the mechanical replication of creativity. “This isn’t about tools; it’s about automation equipment being weaponized against artists,” says a union spokesperson. The streaming industry’s collapse has already fueled layoffs and outsourcing, but generative AI now poses a new danger: a corporate vision of animation as a product of industrial automation, where algorithms replace storytellers. AI: Not a Tool, but a Creative Wrecker Generative AI is being sold to […]

AI and National Security: The New Frontier of Intelligent Automation

AI and National Security: The New Frontier of Intelligent Automation National security is undergoing a radical transformation, driven by intelligent automation that blurs the lines between cyberspace and physical battlefields. Today’s threats no longer rely on manual labor—criminals use language models to craft phishing emails, while militaries deploy AI-driven drones as precision strike tools. This isn’t just a technological upgrade; it’s a paradigm shift where automation equipment once confined to industrial settings now dictates the rules of modern warfare. As Dario Amodei warned, the same AI disrupting white-collar jobs is now reshaping global security landscapes faster than industrial automation ever did. Cybersecurity: A Battle of AI vs. AI Modern cyberattacks have evolved from manual operations to […]

AI: Will Intelligent Automation Replace Your Job?

AI: Will Intelligent Automation Replace Your Job? A “white-collar bloodbath” may be on the horizon, warns Dario Amodei of Anthropic. The AI pioneer suggests intelligent automation could eliminate half of entry-level jobs within five years, echoing fears that technologies once confined to industrial automation are now penetrating white-collar sectors. “This isn’t just factory robots anymore,” says Amodei. “AI is evolving from automation equipment to decision-makers, and white-collar workers are next in line.” As AI coding tools replace six-figure engineers and firms like Meta adopt “AI-first” hiring policies, the question isn’t if disruption will happen—but how quickly. The Great Automation Divide Critics argue the “AI jobs-pocalypse” is overhyped. Some firms have reversed AI outsourcing plans, finding the […]

Meet the Newest Member of Private Equity’s Investment Committee: Intelligent Automation

Meet the Newest Member of Private Equity’s Investment Committee: Intelligent Automation In the boardrooms of private equity, a non-human member is claiming a seat at the investment committee table—one that leverages intelligent automation to reshape decision-making. Industry leaders predict AI bots are on the cusp of joining these elite groups, not as tools but as voting members. “This isn’t just future talk,” says Alexander Schmitz of Bain & Company. “We’re already building AI agents that act as peers to human investors, blending automation equipment-grade data processing with strategic insight.” The implication? A paradigm shift where industrial automation’s efficiency meets Wall Street’s high-stakes dealmaking. AI as a Strategic Partner in Deal Flow Traditional investment committees […]

Avian Intelligence: AI-Driven Bird Monitoring Shapes Sustainable Industrial Automation

Avian Intelligence: AI-Driven Bird Monitoring Shapes Sustainable Industrial Automation “Is it a bird? Or a bat?” This age-old question now lies at the intersection of industrial automation and ecological stewardship. Offshore wind farms, powered by massive turbines, rely on automation equipment to generate clean energy—but the presence of avian wildlife demands a delicate balance. Traditional vessel surveys can’t match the precision of a new solution: buoys outfitted with cameras and intelligent automation that merges AI with real-time data, pioneered by Equinor in the Norwegian North Sea and advanced by Fugro and Spoor. This isn’t just technology; it’s a blueprint for harmonizing renewable energy with wildlife conservation. A New Era of Automated Avian Surveillance Gone are the […]

The Evolving Role of the Translator in the Age of Intelligent Automation: A Journey of Elevation, Not Replacement

The Evolving Role of the Translator in the Age of Intelligent Automation: A Journey of Elevation, Not Replacement Just weeks ago, I joined the virtual International Conference on Language and Translation Technologies from Canada—an experience enabled by the very intelligent automation now reshaping our profession. As scholars and translators debated AI’s impact, a truth emerged: translators are not vanishing. Their role is evolving, ascending to creative heights where industrial automation and automation equipment can’t compete. This isn’t replacement; it’s a paradigm shift toward strategic, human-led language mastery. AI as a Catalyst, Not a Substitute For decades, translation thrived as a deeply human craft—navigating cultural nuances in legal contracts or literary works. Today, AI tools like Neural […]

Artificial Intelligence: Between Technical Efficiency and Human Spirit

Artificial Intelligence: Between Technical Efficiency and Human Spirit Artificial Intelligence (AI) has evolved from a mere technical aid in industrial automation to a purported “emotional companion”—a shift that raises profound ethical and spiritual questions. In an era where automation equipment and intelligent automation are revolutionizing our factories and workplaces, we must not forget: human experience, rooted in physical presence, emotional closeness, and transcendent connection, remains irreplaceable. These reflections emerged from my work as a school chaplain, when I recently encountered a student who lamented copying her work using AI—a moment that prompted me to deeply ponder the intersection of technology and human values. When AI Infiltrates Intimacy Historically, we have associated AI primarily with efficiency in industrial […]

Center for AI Standards and Innovation: Paving the Way for Secure Intelligent Automation

Center for AI Standards and Innovation: Paving the Way for Secure Intelligent Automation The original institute has embraced a transformative shift to address the evolving challenges of artificial intelligence, recognizing that safeguarding AI systems now requires a dual focus on intelligent automation standards and technological innovation. Rebranded as the Center for AI Standards and Innovation, the entity transcends its previous safety-centric mandate to foster a framework where AI can drive industrial progress while upholding security. This pivot reflects a critical realization: in an era where industrial automation and automation equipment increasingly rely on AI, shared standards are essential to unlock innovation without compromising reliability. Key Objectives of the Center for AI Standards and Innovation The institute’s […]

Artificial intelligence and intelligent automation power cancer treatment innovation

Artificial intelligence and intelligent automation power cancer treatment innovation For people with a cancer diagnosis, understandable and reliable information is crucial – but often elusive. The wording of medical guidelines and advice is frequently too complex, while online misinformation runs rampant. Now, researchers at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) and TUM University Hospital have received funding to leverage intelligent automation through the AIdvice project. The initiative aims to translate evidence-based medical knowledge into personalized, accessible answers, merging cutting-edge AI with structured data systems to bridge the information gap in oncology care. Around two thirds of all cancer patients seek online information about their illness, navigating chatbots, forums, and portals where content […]