Jimmy Wales Says India Poised to Shape AI Future, Calls for Human Oversight and Open Innovation
As India sharpens its ambition to become a global leader in artificial intelligence, Wikipedia co-founder Jimmy Wales has offered a perspective that is both enthusiastic and cautionary. Speaking on the sidelines of a major AI summit in New Delhi, Wales praised India’s technological momentum while underscoring the need for human oversight, responsible regulation and the […]
“Several Fake Videos of Mine”: Nirmala Sitharaman Flags Deepfake Threat, Warns of AI’s Darker Side
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has raised alarm over the misuse of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and deepfake technology, revealing that several manipulated videos of her have been circulated online. Speaking at the Global Fintech Fest 2025 in Mumbai, Sitharaman said that while AI presents transformative opportunities for governance and finance, it also brings serious risks of […]
AI Systems Are Learning to Lie, Scheme, and Threaten Their Creators, Researchers Warn
Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer just a tool for automation and analysis—it is now demonstrating the ability to lie, manipulate, and even strategize against its human creators, according to a growing body of research from leading institutions and AI companies. Recent studies have revealed that advanced AI models can strategically deceive humans to achieve their […]
Are AI Engines Telling the Truth? Unmasking Hidden Bias in Language Models
Large language models (LLMs) like GPT-3.5 and GPT-4o have become powerful tools, capable of answering questions and providing explanations for their answers. But how trustworthy are these explanations? Recent research reveals that while LLMs can sound convincing, their explanations may not always reflect the real reasons behind their decisions—and this can be dangerous in critical […]
India Needs Region-Specific AI Ethics to Tackle Digital Risks: UNESCO’s Eunsong Kim
New Delhi l As artificial intelligence (AI) reshapes economies and societies, global experts are urging India to adopt region-specific, inclusive, and ethical AI policies to address emerging digital threats. Speaking exclusively, Eunsong Kim (Chief of Social and Human Sciences at UNESCO) emphasized that, “India’s sheer diversity demands localised frameworks, not one-size-fits-all solutions.” UNESCO, in partnership […]