A recent study indicates that generative AI models, particularly large language models (LLMs), can be used to create a framework that accurately simulates human behavior across various scenarios. This finding provides a powerful new tool for social science research. The researchers initially recruited over 1,000 participants from diverse backgrounds in the United States and conducted in-depth interviews lasting up to two hours, collecting information about their life experiences, opinions, and values. Subsequently, they utilized these interview records along with a large language model to construct.

Former Pebble CEO and co-founder Gabor Cselle recently announced his joining of OpenAI to participate in a yet-to-be-revealed mysterious project. This news was confirmed through his official post on the X platform (formerly Twitter). According to LinkedIn, Cselle officially started at OpenAI in October this year. He mentioned on social media: "I am currently learning a lot of new things and will share more details about my work projects later." As a serial entrepreneur, Cs

During the recent earnings report, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg stated that the company's investment in artificial intelligence (AI) is showing 'strong momentum.' Despite Meta's quarterly revenue and profit exceeding Wall Street's expectations, Zuckerberg anticipates that the company's AI spending will increase further next year. Although Meta's stock has risen over 70% in 2024, reaching a new high, the stock price fell about 3% in after-hours trading following the earnings report.

Recently, several users on social media platform X have claimed to earn 'thousands of dollars' by posting fake information related to the US elections, AI-generated images, and various unfounded conspiracy theories. These users often share each other's content online, retweeting multiple times a day to increase their exposure and revenue. A BBC investigation found that these users have formed networks consisting of dozens of accounts that interact with each other, sharing a mix of true and false information with the aim of boosting their presence on the platform.

Polish radio station OFF Radio Krakow has recently announced a bold decision: to fully adopt artificial intelligence (AI) hosts to explore the impact of AI on society. This decision has been described by the station's editor-in-chief Marcin Pulit as a social experiment, but the general consensus is that it is primarily to save costs. OFF Radio Krakow is an online and DAB+ subsidiary of Radio Krakow, which announced this week that it will fully adopt AI, featuring three hosts named 'Emi', 'Ku

The social networking platform X (formerly Twitter) updated its privacy policy on Wednesday, sparking widespread attention and discussion. The new policy indicates that X will, by default, allow third-party "partners" to use platform data to train AI models unless users actively choose to opt out. This move not only highlights X's efforts to seek new revenue sources but also raises concerns regarding user data privacy protection. Key changes in the new policy include: Third-party data usage: New terms allow third-party partners to use X user data, including for AI model training. Users have the option to choose.

Social network X (formerly Twitter) updated its privacy policy on Wednesday, indicating that it will allow third-party 'partners' to use X data to train their AI models unless users opt out. This change may position X similarly to other social media platforms and media organizations that consider licensing data to AI companies as a potential new revenue source. In the updated privacy policy, X added a paragraph detailing how X user data will be used and how users can opt out.

At a social media summit in Adelaide, Mike Burgess, the Director-General of the Australian Security Intelligence Organisation (ASIO), issued a warning that social media is accelerating the radicalization process, especially regarding events like the Christchurch terror attack. Burgess described social media as both a 'treasure trove' and a 'cesspool', highlighting that it can help people connect but also lead to community division. He emphasized that the internet is the 'world's most powerful incubator of extremism'.

Recently, hundreds of social workers in England have started using an artificial intelligence system called 'Magic Notes'. This tool can record face-to-face conversations, analyze the content, and draft letters and suggest follow-up actions for social workers, helping them complete their work more effectively. The councils using this AI tool include Swinton, Barnet, and Kingston, with a total of seven councils currently using it. The 'Magic Notes' tool can quickly write meeting summaries and propose ideas that social workers may not have considered.

Recently, a wave of 'Goodbye, Meta AI' has swept across social media platforms. Many users, including high-profile figures such as Tom Brady and musician Cat Power, have taken to Instagram to publish statements aimed at preventing Meta from using their data to train AI models. This phenomenon reflects users' deep concerns about data privacy and the application of AI technology, posing new challenges for tech giants in balancing technological innovation with user rights. Although these statements have no legal binding force, they highlight the growing sentiment among users.

In the lead-up to the upcoming Meta Connect 2024 conference, a 90-minute podcast interview with company founder Mark Zuckerberg reveals Meta's future direction and vision. This interview serves not only as a warm-up for the forthcoming conference but also as a deep interpretation of Meta's outlook on future technological development. In the interview, Zuckerberg focuses on Meta's upcoming AR glasses, Orion, which he describes as a 'flawless' product expected to debut at the conference. This is not just a pair of

Recently, a new study revealed alarming trends regarding American teenagers' use of generative artificial intelligence (AI). With the rapid advancement of technology, many parents are increasingly anxious about how their children use smartphones, social media, and various screen devices. However, despite these concerns, teenagers' enthusiasm for generative AI continues to rise. Image source note: The image is generated by AI and authorized by service provider Midjourney. The survey shows that many high school students have already begun to frequently use various AI tools, which not only...

Soul App has made significant breakthroughs in the AI+Social field by upgrading its self-developed end-to-end full-duplex voice call model, achieving a natural and smooth voice communication experience with virtual characters that nearly matches the realism of talking to a real person. This model features ultra-low interaction latency, rapid automatic interruption, hyper-realistic voice expression, and emotional perception understanding capabilities, making it nearly impossible for users to distinguish whether their conversation partner is a real person or AI. This innovation not only significantly enhances the social experience for users on Soul but also showcases Soul's advancements in AI technology.

AI infrastructure startup 'Wu Wen Xin Qiong' announced the completion of nearly 500 million Yuan in Series A financing, setting the record for the largest single financing amount for domestic AI Infra startups. This round was co-led by the Social Security Fund Zhongguancun Independent Innovation Fund, Qiming Venture Partners, and Hongtai Fund, with participation from strategic investors including Lenovo Capital, Xiaomi, and Softcom. The funds will primarily be used to enhance talent acquisition, deepen technology research and development, drive product commercialization, and strengthen ecosystem collaboration. 'Wu Wen Xin Qiong' was established just 16 months ago.

The issue of South Korean teenagers using deepfake technology to create pornographic content has garnered widespread attention, with a surge in online sexual crimes. Police are urging for enhanced education and guidance for youth to improve online safety and moral awareness. Instances of pornographic content targeting schools and teachers have emerged on Telegram, with multiple cases reported. In the first seven months of this year, the number of....

The issue of deepfake crimes in South Korea has drawn widespread attention from society, particularly concerning the increasing number of cases involving minors, with an estimated 220,000 individuals affected. The victim demographics are broad, including students, teachers, military personnel, and a significant proportion of minors. These crimes are rapidly disseminated through social media, with some victims' information being used for validation in illicit groups. Cases of deepfake targeting women have garnered particular attention, with known affected schools exceeding 100, including both domestic and overseas Korean international schools. In response, the South Korean president has called for strengthened investigations and the eradication of crimes utilizing digital technology.

Former President Trump shared an AI-generated image of Taylor Swift supporting him on the social media platform Truth Social, claiming he was not involved in its creation. One image depicted Taylor Swift as 'Uncle Sam,' accompanied by a slogan supporting Trump. Trump stated he was unaware of these images and that they were generated by others. He further indicated that AI technology could pose dangers and seemed confused about the origins and content of these images. This action came after he previously accused Vice President Kamala Harris of using AI to create fake images.

A man in Florida, USA, was arrested for allegedly using artificial intelligence to generate child pornography, facing up to 20 obscenity charges. This cinema worker distributed AI-generated child pornography images on the social app Kik, raising widespread concern. The case involves the abuse of generative artificial intelligence, prompting lawmakers at various levels to push for legislation to ban the distribution of inappropriate content. Last year, the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children received 4,700 related reports, including extortion cases involving deepfake images of real children created using generative AI.