Ciencia y Tecnología

Trump unveils AI plan that aims to clamp down on regulations and 'bias'

20 Jul

Trump announces AI roadmap to slash regulations and correct ‘bias’

Former President Donald Trump has introduced a new artificial intelligence initiative that places a strong emphasis on limiting federal regulations and addressing what he describes as political bias within AI systems. As the use of artificial intelligence rapidly expands across various sectors—including healthcare, national security, and consumer technology—Trump’s approach signals a departure from broader bipartisan and international efforts to apply tighter oversight over the evolving technology.Trump’s latest proposal, part of his broader 2025 campaign strategy, presents AI as both an opportunity for American innovation and a potential threat to free speech. Central to his plan is the idea that government…

20 Jul

Exploring the uneasy relationship between trucking and new tech

Renato ÁlvarezCiencia y Tecnología

The trucking industry, a cornerstone of global logistics and supply chains, is undergoing a transformation. From automation and artificial intelligence to clean energy initiatives and advanced telematics, new technologies are reshaping how freight moves across highways and through cities. However, this evolution is not without its challenges. While innovation promises increased efficiency and cost savings, it also sparks concerns around job security, regulatory adaptation, and the practicalities of implementation.Many professionals in the field feel torn between the appeal of modern operations and the challenges of implementing them practically. As businesses, drivers, and regulators strive to find their way through this…

Deepfakes to become criminal offence in NI 'sooner rather than later'

19 Jul

NI moving to make deepfakes a criminal offence ‘sooner rather than later’

Renato ÁlvarezCiencia y Tecnología

The swift advancement of digital technologies has led to significant breakthroughs; however, it has also resulted in new dangers, such as the emergence of deepfakes. These extremely realistic altered videos and audio recordings, developed using artificial intelligence, are being utilized more frequently to deceive, defame, or take advantage of others. To counteract this escalating threat, Northern Ireland seems ready to propose laws that would make the harmful creation and sharing of deepfakes a criminal act.Although deepfakes initially appeared in the fields of entertainment and creativity, their potential for misuse has become increasingly clear. From fabricated videos mimicking politicians to misleading…

App to help farmers with £3.5bn potato problem

19 Jul

Technology app addresses £3.5bn potato problem for farmers

Renato ÁlvarezCiencia y Tecnología

In an era where agriculture is increasingly reliant on smart technologies, a new app is stepping in to address a persistent and costly problem for potato farmers: waste. Across the UK, the potato industry faces annual losses amounting to billions due to inefficiencies, poor forecasting, and market imbalances. But with the advent of a digital platform specifically designed for growers, there’s hope on the horizon.The core issue stems from a familiar agricultural dilemma—mismatch between supply and demand. Growers often plant crops without knowing exactly what the market will need months later. By the time harvest comes around, prices may have…

OpenAI and UK sign deal to use AI in public services

19 Jul

OpenAI and UK announce partnership for AI in public services

Renato ÁlvarezCiencia y Tecnología

El Reino Unido está avanzando considerablemente en la modernización de su sector público mediante la incorporación de tecnologías de inteligencia artificial. A través de una asociación recién formada, el gobierno del Reino Unido ha firmado un acuerdo formal con OpenAI, una compañía destacada en el desarrollo de sistemas de IA avanzados. El objetivo de esta colaboración es investigar e implementar herramientas de inteligencia artificial que puedan mejorar la eficiencia, accesibilidad y capacidad de respuesta de varios servicios públicos en todo el país.As digital transformation becomes a central priority for governments around the world, the UK is positioning itself at the…