Japan’s population register indicates an alarming decline in birth rates with just 727,277 newborns recorded in 2023 amidst a population of 123.9 million. This sharp fall has resulted in a dip in the country’s fertility rate from 1.26 to 1.20. Fertility rate, as aired by CNN, is the average number of births a woman has throughout her life.… Read the rest
The Evolution of Art in the Age of AI
A new era of artistic expression has dawned with the advent of artificial intelligence (AI), stirring a mix of awe and apprehension within the art community. The recent victory of an AI-created poster at Roland Garros, acclaimed by the masses yet visually disturbing to some, signals a shifting aesthetic taste.… Read the rest
The Pioneers of AI-Art: Students Showcase Their Skills in National Contest
Empowering Young Minds with Artificial Intelligence in Art
In an unprecedented event organized by SIU, the “Painting with AI 2024” has emerged as a revolutionary platform, encouraging high school and secondary school students nationwide to explore their artistic prowess using AI tools.… Read the rest
Hitachi to Spearhead Innovation by Training 50,000 Employees in Generative AI by 2027
Hitachi, a Japanese conglomerate, has mapped out an ambitious plan to transform a substantial part of its workforce into experts in generative artificial intelligence (AI). By 2027, the company intends to have 50,000 of its employees, which is nearly one-fifth of its total staff, skilled in the latest AI technologies.… Read the rest
SoftBank Secures Exclusive Rights to Repurpose Sharp’s LCD Factory Site for AI Business Expansion
SoftBank Gains Upper Hand in Sharp’s LCD Plant Transformation Deal
In a strategic move to bolster its AI infrastructure, SoftBank has obtained exclusive negotiation rights to purchase a substantial portion of Sharp’s LCD factory site in Sakai City, Osaka. The aim is to refashion the idle manufacturing location into a thriving AI data center.… Read the rest
California Confronts AI Risks with New Regulatory Proposal
The rapid ascent of artificial intelligence (AI) technology has brought potential hazards to the forefront, prompting action on the legal front. In particular, Tesla CEO and OpenAI early investor, Elon Musk, has highlighted AI as a considerable existential threat to humanity confirming these concerns.… Read the rest
China’s Gaokao Exam Embraces Advanced AI Surveillance to Prevent Cheating
Integrating AI for Fairness in China’s Most Critical Examination
The Gaokao, seen as the most pivotal academic challenge for students in China, has entered a new era of technological enforcement. Guangdong province has pioneered the employment of an AI system in real-time at 386 examination sites.… Read the rest
Breakthrough Mobile App for Depressive Disorder Diagnosis Developed by CU Medicine
Cutting-edge technology meets mental health with The Chinese University of Hong Kong’s Faculty of Medicine’s development of a mobile application capable of evaluating depression with an impressive 81% accuracy. This pioneering app utilizes artificial intelligence to analyze users’ facial expressions, voice patterns, text input, and behavioral data collected by smartwatches to diagnose depressive symptoms.… Read the rest
Embracing AI: Incheon Advances Education Through Innovative Training
Incheon Education Office Catalyzes Innovative Teaching in the AI Era
The Incheon Metropolitan City Office of Education is propelling educational innovation by offering training on the direction of education in the age of artificial intelligence. Over 200 educators, including leaders in elementary education, have participated in a recent development session dedicated to instructional and evaluative enhancements.… Read the rest
Enhancing Sales with AI: The Synergy of Charisma and Empathy
Integrating Artificial Intelligence into Charismatic Selling
The dynamic world of sales is witnessing a transformative blend of human and artificial intelligence. Leveraging AI has proven to be a breakthrough in bolstering the innate qualities of charisma and empathy among salespeople. Contrary to skepticism, AI doesn’t replace these human attributes but rather, serves as a powerful ally in magnifying their effectiveness.… Read the rest