Google unveils raft of new tech schemes for sustainability. Google just launched new artificial intelligence solutions to decarbonise the transport and energy sectors. It has also built an AI-powered forecasting system for floods, wildfires and heatwaves. (Link)

Brussels warns against ‘paranoia’ when regulating generative AI. EU official Věra Jourová warns against overly restrictive AI regulations, urging a balanced approach to avoid stifling innovation. She emphasizes the importance of a dynamic risk assessment process and avoiding premature labeling of low-risk technologies as high risk. (Link)

Consulting industry's race to become AI rainmakers. Consulting giants like Accenture, McKinsey, and PwC are aggressively expanding their generative AI capabilities to assist clients and enhance their own productivity. They are acquiring AI-focused companies, hiring AI experts, and training their workforce to harness the potential of AI. (Link)

This AI robot is telling real estate companies what properties to buy. A former real estate analyst helped build Ethan, an AI tool to replace himself. This AI real estate analyst streamlines property data analysis and recommendations for real estate companies. Now clients are using it to find properties to buy. (Link)

Southeast Asia eyes hands-off AI rules, defying EU ambitions. SE Asian countries are taking a business-friendly approach to AI regulation, deviating from the EU's strict framework. The ASEAN "AI guide" focuses on cultural considerations, offers flexibility, and aligns with other AI frameworks, benefiting innovation in a complex regulatory landscape. (Link)

UNESCO, Dutch join forces on ethical AI supervision project. UNESCO and the Dutch Authority for Digital Infrastructure (NCCA) have partnered on an AI supervision project, supported by the European Commission, to assist EU national agencies in ensuring AI system compliance with upcoming regulations and UNESCO's AI ethics guidelines. (Link)

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Kate Kallot - CEO and Founder, Amini

Kate Kallot's startup, Amini, utilizes satellite imaging and AI to gather precise environmental data for sub-Saharan Africa, addressing the lack of critical information in the region.

By providing detailed insights, Amini aids small-scale farmers and larger corporations seeking to invest in Africa by offering accurate tracking of conditions. This data could also enable agricultural development, support climate-resilient practices, and even help with climate risk disclosure.

Additionally, Amini aims to protect African forests and natural areas while securing funding from the Global North. Kallot believes that access to data can trigger significant positive changes in Africa.

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Black Box AI
AI systems that operate without revealing their internal processes. They make decisions without providing explanations and are often complex, like the human brain. After you provide a black box AI input, it will produce an output. However, you cannot view its code and analyze its logic for producing such results. In contrast, explainable AI is designed to be transparent and understandable, with clearly defined logic and decision-making processes.

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