Is AI really conscious—or are we bringing it to life?
January 20, 2026 4 min read Add Us On GoogleAdd SciAm Is AI really conscious—or are we bringing it to life? In rethinking whether AI is sentient, we are asking…
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Retail is entering a new phase of digital maturity, one where artificial intelligence isn’t just a tool to optimize processes, but the engine behind new business models. From retail media…
Read More »Harnessing AI to expand scientific discovery
When it comes to generative artificial intelligence, or GenAI for short, I am an optimist. Sure, universities need to be cautious. The technology is powerful, fast-moving and, in the wrong…
Read More »Do you want to be a Chief AI Ethics Officer when you grow up? Here’s some tips for employers and candidates alike
There are a number of pros and cons to hiring a Chief AI Ethics Officer, as suggested in an earlier article. On the upside, such an appointment makes it clear…
Read More »Artificial intelligence and journalism ethics
Jan. 13—You’ve surely noticed it by now. As you scroll through social media, you come across a photo or a video that stands out and claims to have more insight…
Read More »AI development in South Africa needs to be guided by ethics
Businesses that develop AI and ignore their biases are doomed to make life harder for themselves. Bias and discrimination will not only foment anger among customers but may also lead…
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