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Transgender, nonbinary and disabled people more likely to view AI negatively, study shows
Transgender, nonbinary and disabled people more likely to view AI negatively, study shows A new study found that transgender, nonbinary, and disabled people are more likely to view AI negatively than their cisgender and nondisabled counterparts. The study surveyed over 700 people in the US, including a nationally representative sample and an intentional oversample of […]
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‘AI veganism’: Some people’s issues with AI parallel vegans’ concerns about diet
‘AI veganism’: Some people’s issues with AI parallel vegans’ concerns about diet A new phenomenon called “AI hesitancy” or “AI reluctance” suggests that AI adoption may not follow the traditional technology adoption life cycle, where early adopters and innovators lead the way. The concept of “AI veganism” parallels veganism, where individuals abstain from using AI […]
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Inequality has risen from 1970 to Trump − that has 3 hidden costs that undermine democracy
Inequality has risen from 1970 to Trump − that has 3 hidden costs that undermine democracy The US has never been richer, but the gains are so lopsided that the top 10% controls 69% of all wealth, while the bottom half controls just 3%, leading to widening income inequality. The Trump administration’s spending bill cuts […]
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From glass and steel to rare earth metals, new materials have changed society throughout history
From glass and steel to rare earth metals, new materials have changed society throughout history Materials have played a significant role in shaping society throughout history, from glass and steel to rare earth metals. The rapid growth of the rare earth metal trade has become critical due to its use in modern devices such as […]
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Guns in America: A liberal gun-owning sociologist offers 5 observations to understand America’s culture of firearms
Guns in America: A liberal gun-owning sociologist offers 5 observations to understand America’s culture of firearms Guns are normal: Approximately 86 million American adults own at least one firearm, making up 1 in 3 gun owners. Gun culture has evolved over time: From practical uses like hunting and defense to recreational activities like target shooting […]
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AI isn’t what we should be worried about – it’s the humans controlling it
AI isn’t what we should be worried about – it’s the humans controlling it The author argues that AI itself is not the primary concern, but rather the humans controlling it who pose a threat to humanity. The author suggests that critics’ fears about AI are often influenced by popular culture and may be misplaced, […]
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