Artificial Intelligence is reshaping the world at an unprecedented pace, and Generation Z is at the forefront of this transformation. Recently, the European Union took a significant step by giving final approval to its 27-nation AI law, aiming to regulate the rapidly evolving technology to ensure it’s used responsibly and ethically.
One of the standout innovations capturing the attention of young global citizens is OpenAI's Sora, a text-to-video AI model that’s making waves across various industries, particularly in filmmaking. Sora can transform written instructions into high-definition, minute-long videos, complete with complex scenes, multiple characters, and detailed backgrounds. This capability not only enhances creative processes but also allows for the extension and stylistic consistency of existing videos through animation generation.
However, with great power comes great responsibility. The rise of AI has also led to concerns about misinformation and digital forgeries. Instances like fake Taylor Swift shopping ads on social media and deepfakes of Indian cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar highlight the darker side of AI advancements. Siwei Lyu, a computer science professor at the University of Buffalo’s Media Forensics Lab, warns that such forgeries are likely produced using text-to-speech services and lip-syncing programs, making them increasingly difficult to detect.
To understand how these developments resonate with the younger generation, CGTN interviewed students around the world. While many agree that AI will continue to play a significant role in the coming years, there’s a prevailing sentiment that its impact may not be as monumental as popularly anticipated. This balanced perspective underscores a cautious optimism among Gen Z, who recognize both the potential and the pitfalls of AI technology.
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