State Assemblyman Alex Bores, a candidate for New York's 12th Congressional District, spoke with NBC News’ Gadi Schwartz about the evolving role of artificial intelligence (AI) in politics and society. The discussion highlighted several recent AI developments across various fields.
AI has taken center stage in health discussions at the Aspen Ideas festival, showcasing its growing influence in medical diagnostics. Notably, AI helped diagnose 18 children with rare diseases that had previously stumped doctors. In cultural advancements, AI-generated the voice of Michael Caine to narrate a new edition of the "Odyssey," and the Tribeca Film Festival is set to premiere "Dreams of Violets," the first full-length AI-generated film.
In historical research, AI unlocked ancient scrolls sealed by Mount Vesuvius for nearly 2,000 years, demonstrating its potential in archaeology. Meanwhile, the AI investment race intensifies as OpenAI files for an IPO, signaling increased commercial interest.
The interview also touched on controversies surrounding AI, such as backlash against Flock's AI-enabled street cameras leading to contract cancellations in multiple communities, and the announcement of a feature film starring the controversial AI actor Tilly Norwood.
Bores addressed why some leading AI companies oppose his candidacy and debated whether AI should play a role in politics, reflecting the complex intersection of technology and governance.
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