Artificial Intelligence
Technology that simulates human intelligence
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David Gardner: The AI danger no one is talking about
The greatest danger may not be what artificial general intelligence will do to us, but what we will do to ourselves because AI simply works too well.
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FBI now publicly identifies, tracks AI used in crimes. North Carolinians have lost millions
The addition of whether crimes are "AI related" signals a notable addition in the agency's internet crime methodology, which agency leaders say speaks to the rising threat of artificial intelligence against consumers.
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Is secrecy fueling the backlash against data centers?
As data center opposition grows across North Carolina, secret negotiations and non-disclosure agreements are raising questions about how much residents know before projects and public hearings reach critical stages.
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EPA flagged potentially deadly effects from new chipmaking chemicals, then approved them
EPA approved two new chipmaking chemicals despite potentially deadly health effects and gaps in what it knows about the risks. Now, environmental groups are suing.
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The University of Florida built an AI curriculum before ChatGPT
The University of Florida has been incorporating AI into its curriculum since 2022, before ChatGPT’s arrival, thanks in part to investments from chipmaking giant Nvidia.
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Pediatricians caution against using AI for your child's health
The proliferation of AI technology has made it accessible for parents seeking medical advice for their children. While AI can efficiently gather and present information, its reliability can be questionable.
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Zuckerberg, Musk among tech leaders discussing AI’s future at G20 forum in Chapel Hill
Global leaders and some of the biggest names in technology are gathering in Chapel Hill to discuss artificial intelligence, its economic impact and how the rapidly developing technology should be regulated.
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With limited AI policies, teachers take different approaches in the classroom
North Carolina teachers are taking varying approaches to artificial intelligence in classrooms, as school boards adopt limited policies for addressing the tool.
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As AI data centers expand, new cooling chemicals raise PFAS concerns
As companies search for ways to cool powerful AI servers, WRAL found key gaps in what we know about the chemicals they could use.
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Who owns AI-assisted work? Watermarks offer a clue, but complicate the answer
The important question is not whether Anthropic, Google, OpenAI, Microsoft, or anyone else intends to claim ownership of AI-assisted work. The question is what becomes possible once society has created a persistent technical record of machine participation in human creativity.
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Raleigh is the largest city in the state without a data center moratorium. Why?
The question is coming up after a developer pulled plans for a data center in Southeast Raleigh over the weekend
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Tom Snyder: The next tech monopoly may already be taking shape
Are we spending so much time litigating the monopolistic practices of the Information Age that we are overlooking how market power may emerge in the Data Economy?
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Developer withdraws plans for data center in southeast Raleigh, mayor says
According to Mayor Janet Cowell, Beacon Partners has withdrawn its proposal to build a data center on Jones Sausage Road. The 100,000-square-foot building was proposed to go on a more than 13-acre parcel of land that was already zoned for industrial mixed use.
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Proposed Raleigh data center prompts dozens to sign up to comment
The proposal is in the very early stages of the process, at this point developers are requesting the annexation of the land and getting approval for what it’ll be used for.
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North Carolina Central University opens NC's first artificial intelligence building
There are currently 208 programs offering a bachelor's degree in Artificial Intelligence, and North Carolina Central University is the first North Carolina college to offer a dedicated AI building.
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AI cyberattack raises security concerns
An OpenAI test that escaped and went rogue last month is raising concerns about cyber security.
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Donald Thompson: AI adoption increased job pressure. Company culture is your safety valve
Organizations with strong cultures adopt AI faster because employees are engaged in the process, not resistant to it. They're willing to learn, willing to experiment, and willing to speak up when something isn't working.
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Consumer Reports: Should you trust AI chatbots with your health questions?
More people are turning to ChatGPT and other AI tools for health questions. The answers are fast, and they often sound reassuring and trustworthy, but Consumer Reports warns they aren’t always accurate.
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Guest column: Closing the last mile gap in AI transformation
The last mile shows up when AI is technically deployed but not yet embedded into the way work actually gets done. Closing the gap is a leadership challenge that requires building confidence, setting expectations and reshaping habits.
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SAS at 50: Founder and CEO Dr. Jim Goodnight on innovation, AI and what's next
WRAL sits down for an extended conversation with SAS founder and CEO Dr. Jim Goodnight to discuss the company's 50-year history, the future of artificial intelligence, innovation, and what's next for SAS.
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WRAL Presents: SAS at 50
WRAL presents a special look at SAS's impact on the Triangle and beyond through an exclusive conversation with founder and CEO Dr. Jim Goodnight. Watch the SAS documentary Models of Progress here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xPFjWaNWuC4
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SAS at 50: Founder and CEO Dr. Jim Goodnight on innovation, AI and what's next
WRAL sits down for an extended conversation with SAS founder and CEO Dr. Jim Goodnight to discuss the company's 50-year history, the future of artificial intelligence, innovation, and what's next for SAS. Watch the SAS documentary Models of Progress here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xPFjWaNWuC4
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WRAL presents: SAS at 50, exclusive with CEO Jim Goodnight
WRAL presents a special look at SAS's impact on the Triangle and beyond through an exclusive conversation with founder and CEO Dr. Jim Goodnight. Watch the SAS documentary Models of Progress here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xPFjWaNWuC4
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Apple launches tool that uses AI to record tech support and repair calls
Apple is piloting an innovative system called Live Notes that utilizes artificial intelligence to enhance customer service interactions at its Genius Bar.
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Wake County teen faces 10th felony charge in alleged AI-generated explicit images case
A boy, whose name is not public because of his age, faces another felony charge and is accused of using AI to create sexually explicit photos of teen girls.
