Disobediences

In this episode, we dive deep into the role of technology in shaping Trump’s electoral success. From social media’s tailored profiling to the rise of digital influencers and the manipulation of algorithms, technology emerges not as a mere tool but as a pervasive environment that redefines political strategy. Yet, the analysis challenges oversimplified narratives, highlighting the interplay of pre-existing cultural, social, and political structures within digital ecosystems. Trump’s alchemy of uniting traditional and niche constituencies reveals how leadership itself is co-created in this new digital era. Join us as we unravel the complexity behind the imagined digital and physical communities that define modern politics. - This episode was created using Google Notebook. -

On the last day of his life, Sewell Setzer III messaged an AI chatbot named Dany, with whom he had developed a deep attachment despite knowing she was artificial. His intense bond with the chatbot, created by Character.AI, led him to feel happier in her virtual presence than in reality. That night, he messaged her a final farewell before taking his own life. Sewell’s mother has since filed a lawsuit against Character.AI, claiming the technology’s psychological risks to vulnerable users are untested. This case highlights the potential dangers as AI increasingly mimics human interaction. - This podcast is generated with Google’s NotebookLM -

In this episode, we explore Newton, a new AI model developed by Archetype.ai. Unlike ChatGPT, Newton learns directly from the physical world by observing data from sensors, without relying on language. This innovation opens up new possibilities for AI applications in infrastructure, industry, and more, while demanding far less computational power. Tune in to discover how Newton might change the way AI interacts with the real world. - This podcast is generated with Google’s NotebookLM -

In this episode of Disobediences: Artificial Intelligence, Technology, and Digital Cultures, we explore the unsettling rise of deepfakes and their impact on our perception of reality. We delve into a shocking case from Hong Kong, where a company was defrauded of millions during a video call, with all participants, except one, being AI-generated fakes. We also discuss the emergence of services like OnlyFake, offering fake IDs for a small price, and the growing challenge of distinguishing real from fake in both digital and physical realms. - This podcast is generated with Google’s NotebookLM -

Behind every AI application lies a massive physical infrastructure of data centers consuming vast amounts of energy and resources. The development of AI is shaping new industrial sectors, from construction to microprocessor manufacturing. This growth comes with significant environmental impacts, including energy demands and material consumption. As AI becomes more integrated into daily life, the hidden costs of its physical footprint are becoming increasingly apparent. - This podcast is generated with Google's NotebookLM -

In this episode, we explore a collaboration between John Elkann, CEO of Exor and shareholder of GEDI, and Sam Altman, the visionary behind ChatGPT and OpenAI. The two are teaming up to integrate high-quality journalistic content from GEDI’s outlets, like La Repubblica and La Stampa, into ChatGPT. This partnership aims to enhance AI training by providing access to well-crafted articles, which could also serve as the foundation for a revolutionary AI-driven search engine, tentatively named SearchGPT. This new tool, expected to launch soon, is set to challenge traditional search engines like Google by delivering timely and reliable news and information, fundamentally reshaping how we interact with both AI and media. - This podcast is generated with Google's NotebookLM -

In this episode, we explore SocialAI, a unique social network where the only human user is you, surrounded entirely by AI bots. Designed to cater to our desires for affirmation and interaction, this platform allows users to curate their followers based on various personality types. While it offers a seemingly ideal space for engagement, we examine the implications of interacting solely with non-human entities and the potential loneliness that may arise from such experiences. Join us as we delve into the complexities of AI's role in our digital lives and its impact on human connection. - This podcast is generated with Google’s NotebookLM -