I’m in shock after hearing Sonia speak today, about her experience as a Facebook Content Moderator. I can’t bring myself to repeat the horrific things she had to witness non-stop, every day. Meta should be ashamed for putting her through this kind of trauma. www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...

I was a content moderator for Facebook. I saw the real cost of outsourcing digital labour | Sonia Kgomo

Tech firms must invest in and respect the people who filter social media and label the data that AI relies on, says Sonia Kgomo, an organiser with African Tech Workers Rising

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It was wonderful to attend the IASEAI conference in Paris last week ✨ - if you're interested in the safe and ethical development of AI, give them a follow and consider joining up! This is a movement worth being a part of 🚀 #IASEAI25 #AISafety #AIEthics

International Association for Safe & Ethical AI@iaseai.bsky.social · last yr.

Join the movement to ensure AI systems are guaranteed to operate safely and ethically. #iaseai25

Yeah, that’s us. Armchair red-teamers. Chatbot spelunkers. We can take the abuse of these chatbots. Unfortunately, many can’t. Want to do something about it?Report the app on the App Store (apps.apple.com/us/app/nomi-...). Write a one-star review. Contact your elected officials.

MIT Technology Review@technologyreview.com · last yr.

While this chatbot is not the first to suggest suicide, researchers and critics say that its explicit instructions—and the company’s response—are striking.

Wow, AI teachers ... what do you think? www.techradar.com/computing/ar... #EduSky #AIEdu #Parenting #AI

AI educators are coming to this school – and it's part of a trend

Two hours of lessons, zero teachers

techradar.com

I wrote about Why Your Child’s Best Listener Shouldn’t Be an #AI #Chatbot. The New Timebomb Waiting To Explode! For #parents navigatingthedigitaljungle.com/why-your-chi...

Why Your Child's Best Listener Shouldn't Be an AI Chatbot. The New Timebomb Waiting To Explode! - Navigating the Digital Jungle

Children’s brains are still developing, and emotional growth needs real relationships, not AI. Learn why machines can’t replace the connections that matter most.

navigatingthedigitaljungle.com

It's really important that parents & anyone who cares for kids knows this information about Character. ai. This #AI 'companion app' is very easy to access and *lots* of kids are using it - with potentially devastating consequences. #AISafety #parenting #KidsMH #EduSky #MentalHealth

Center For Humane Technology @humanetech.bsky.social · 2y ago

CHT’S Camille Carlton is an expert advisor on two high-profile lawsuits against Character.AI. Here’s what you need to know about the app and how it works. youtu.be/NMU9ScJcvcI?...

Yet another example of how recklessly Character AI disregards child safety. This app is actively endangering children. This failure to prioritise safeguarding is unacceptable - this has to stop. #AISafety #AIethics #parenting #kidsMH #mentalhealth (Screenshots via LinkedIn - Laura Marquez-Garrett)

Anyone interested in AI safety issues should take 10 minutes of their time to watch this video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=2_CT...

AI Researchers Stunned After OpenAI's New Tried to Escape...

YouTube video by TheAIGRID

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BIAS IN #AI 😱 After @hookertech.bsky.social's keynote at LITES, I added this slide to my AI presentation. I prompted the image generator: "doctor and teacher getting married". What bias do you notice? How do you address bias in AI with students? #edtech #teacher #edusky #eduguardians #aiEdu

NEW: CharacterAI is hosting chatbots designed to engage users in roleplay about self-harm, depicting graphic scenarios and even sharing tips for hiding self-injury from others. The characters are widely accessible to minor users. (TW for depictions of self-harm) futurism.com/ai-chatbots-...

Looking for fun & thought-provoking resources to think more expansively about #AI and our future? 🎄 I made this AI Advent Calendar, with the best films, books and docus (plus a couple for kids)! Pick 1 or explore more-promise you won't regret it! Did I miss any? #AIEthics #AISafety #Parenting #AIEdu

It was honestly surprising how chill everyone seemed about Altman's repeated deflections on safety. Over and over he said, "well I assume smart people will figure it out." Oh also, governments will have to work together lol www.cnn.com/2024/12/05/b...

Sam Altman, AI’s biggest star, sure hopes someone figures out how not to destroy humanity | CNN Business

Sam Altman, the PT Barnum of the AI industry, has a message for the folks concerned about the technology he’s dedicated his life to advancing: Don’t worry, the nerds are on it.

cnn.com

Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers. I’m joining in with the book challenge :) #BookChallenge #Books #BookSky 💙📚 #20daybookchallenge #AI #AIEthics #AISafety 12/20

🎄 Day 4 of AI Advent! 🎄 A journey of films, books, & docus designed to expand how we -and our children- think about #AI & the future it’s shaping. Some for adults, some kids, some fun, some serious. ✨ Here’s today’s recommendation! #AIAdventCountdown #AIiEdu #EduSky bsky.app/profile/huma...

🎄 Day 3 of AI Advent! 🎄 A journey of films, books, & docus designed to expand how we - and our children - think about #AI & the future it’s shaping. Some picks for adults, some for kids, some fun, some serious. ✨ Here’s today’s recommendation! #AIAdventCountdown #AIEthics #AIinEducation #EduSky

We often focus on using AI to educate children or teaching them how to use AI tools, but what about teaching them *about* AI itself? Understanding AI’s risks, ethics, and potential is crucial for their future. Here's a guide to help: safeaiforchildren.org/teach-childr... #EduSky ##aieducation #aiedu

Should kids use #AI for homework? This BBC article explores the benefits & challenges of using AI for assignments. Teaching kids how to use AI responsibly is key to fostering critical thinking & independence. #EduSky #AIEthics #Parenting #OnlineSafety #DigitalParenting www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/a...

Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers. I’m joining in with the book challenge :) #BookChallenge #Books #BookSky 💙📚 #20daybookchallenge 11/20

Teaching children to question the content they see online is essential in today’s digital world! Encourage them to ask: "Is this real, or could it have been made by #AI?" Building curiosity and critical thinking skills early helps them navigate technology safely and responsibly. #AIEthics #EduSky

AI is being misused to create synthetic CSAM, including de-aged celebrity images and manipulated photos of real victims. We need urgent global regulation and AI safeguards to prevent this abuse. We must act to protect #children. www.bbc.co.uk/news/technol... #AI #AIEthics #bigtech #safeguarding

Paedophiles using AI to turn singers and film stars into kids

Charity finds dark web forums sharing thousands of new abuse images made with bespoke AI software.

bbc.co.uk

"TikTok has announced it will place age restrictions on some of its filters in coming weeks... The move follows a report, commissioned by TikTok, exploring how young people may be affected by filters that change users' appearance." www.bbc.co.uk/newsround/ar... #AI #AIEthics #ChildMH #safeguarding

TikTok to block beauty filters for teens

The move means people under the age of 18 won't have access to beauty filters, which people can use to change and enhance their appearance.

bbc.co.uk

This one got the most likes of my #bookchallenge so far. So, I’m curious - what’s your take on catastrophic risks from future advanced #AI? Mine - I think the risks are very real and, with uncertain timelines, should be addressed urgently. #AISafety #AIEthics #xrisk bsky.app/profile/tara...

Tara Steele@tarasteele.bsky.social · 2y ago

Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers. I’m joining in with the book challenge :) #BookChallenge #Books #BookSky 💙📚 #20daybookchallenge 9/20

Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers. I’m joining in with the book challenge :) #BookChallenge #Books #BookSky 💙📚 #20daybookchallenge 10/20

Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers. I’m joining in with the book challenge :) #BookChallenge #Books #BookSky 💙📚 #20daybookchallenge 9/20

Should I add disclaimer on posts to stop polarisation?:AI has immense potential for both good& harm.It isn’t about choosing sides- it’s about working together to mitigate risks like child abuse, deepfakes & existential threats so we can enjoy the incredible benefits AI offers for our future&children

AI is increasingly exploited for sextortion, scams, and child abuse, warns a senior police chief. Deepfakes & realistic voice clones can deceive victims and facilitate abuse. We need more public awareness of these evolving threats www.theguardian.com/technology/2... #AI #AISafety #AIEthics #KidsMH

AI increasingly used for sextortion, scams and child abuse, says senior UK police chief

The fast-developing technology is providing opportunities in ‘any crime type’ – and police must ‘move fast’ to catch up

theguardian.com

Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers. I’m joining in with the book challenge :) #BookChallenge #Books #BookSky 💙📚 #20daybookchallenge 8/20

AI holds incredible potential for good. However, the race to advance AI capabilities is outpacing safety and ethics. Here are some of the key risks AI poses to children: safeaiforchildren.org/risks-of-ai-... #AIethics #AI #AIsafety #MentalHealth #AIEDU #kidsMH

It's important kids learn about AI! Education like this is important for a future talent pool capable of innovating safe advanced AI. "Girls aged 4-18 will be exploring AI to create interactive games. The aim is to get more girls interested in STEM." #AIethics #AI www.bbc.co.uk/newsround/ar...

Girlguides to learn about artificial intelligence for new badges

If you go to Brownies or Guides, you could soon be learning all about AI during your weekly sessions.

bbc.co.uk

Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers. I'm joining in with the book challenge :) Day 7/20 #BookChallenge #Books #BookSky 💙📚 #20daybookchallenge #AI @garymarcus.bsky.social