AI as fact-checkers
More and more people are using AI chatbots to fact check breaking news. But while information may be instant, does that make it true?
Video Duration 05 minutes 09 seconds 05:09
Video Duration 04 minutes 58 seconds 04:58
Video Duration 05 minutes 56 seconds 05:56
Video Duration 04 minutes 08 seconds 04:08
Video Duration 04 minutes 34 seconds 04:34
Video Duration 03 minutes 34 seconds 03:34
Video Duration 04 minutes 23 seconds 04:23
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Al Jazeera
9 hours ago
- Al Jazeera
AI as fact-checkers
AI as fact-checkers Digital Dilemma More and more people are using AI chatbots to fact check breaking news. But while information may be instant, does that make it true? Video Duration 05 minutes 09 seconds 05:09 Video Duration 04 minutes 58 seconds 04:58 Video Duration 05 minutes 56 seconds 05:56 Video Duration 04 minutes 08 seconds 04:08 Video Duration 04 minutes 34 seconds 04:34 Video Duration 03 minutes 34 seconds 03:34 Video Duration 04 minutes 23 seconds 04:23
Al Jazeera
12 hours ago
- Al Jazeera
Ooredoo Maldives earns Guinness Record for underwater panel discussion
In a bold and unprecedented celebration of its 20th anniversary, Ooredoo Maldives officially secured a Guinness World Record on May 3, 2025, for hosting the Largest Underwater Panel Discussion, an awe-inspiring feat held beneath the turquoise waters of Baa Fulhadhoo, Maldives. In a first-of-its-kind global attempt, a total of 20 participants took the plunge to host and attend a full-scale panel discussion completely underwater. The groundbreaking event brought together leaders from the government, Maldives National Defence Force, and Ooredoo Maldives, who engaged in a powerful conversation on the intersection of technology, sustainability, and national resilience - all while submerged beneath the sea. The panel featured five speakers, each of whom spoke for two minutes underwater using specially engineered full-face diving masks equipped with built-in microphones. These were paired with underwater speakers and external audio systems, allowing both the submerged audience and onshore viewers to clearly hear the discussion. The panel featured: Ahmed Shiyam, Minister of Fisheries and Ocean Resources Khalid Al-Hamadi, CEO, Ooredoo Maldives Brigadier General Mohamed Saleem, Maldives National Defence Force Shabeen Ali, Director of Operations, Ooredoo Maldives Afsheen Mohamed, Senior Manager of Transmission, Ooredoo Maldives In addition to the panelists, the underwater audience included MMPRC MD Shiuree Ibrahim, senior officials of Ooredoo Maldives and foreigners as well. In a powerful demonstration of Ooredoo's global network strength, live video calls were made during the session to Ooredoo Group CEO Aziz Aluthman Fakhroo and Ooredoo Maldives Chairperson Fatima Sultan Al-Kuwari, showcasing real-time connectivity - beyond borders and beneath the sea. 'This wasn't just a record-setting event,' said Khalid Al-Hamadi, CEO of Ooredoo Maldives. 'It was a living example of what we stand for - limitless innovation, powerful connectivity, and the courage to take bold ideas to new depths.' The dive site in Baa Fulhadhoo was carefully selected for its pristine underwater environment, boasting 95 percent unbleached coral coverage. The highlight of the reef is a majestic 800-year-old lettuce coral (Turbinaria mesenterina) - a globally recognised natural wonder and a symbol of environmental resilience. This historic achievement marks a milestone not only for Ooredoo Maldives but for the nation, bringing global attention to the Maldives' marine beauty and the role of technology in driving positive change. Achieving this Guinness World Record was the result of meticulous planning, months of coordination, and multiple rounds of rigorous testing. From perfecting underwater communication systems to ensuring diver safety and environmental protection, every detail was carefully engineered to support a flawless execution. Specialised equipment was tested in various underwater conditions to ensure seamless audio transmission, while dive rehearsals were conducted repeatedly to train the participants and synchronise every aspect of the experience. The success of the record on the very first official attempt is a testament to the dedication, technical expertise, and collaborative spirit of the entire Ooredoo Maldives team and its partners - proving that with the right vision and preparation, even the boldest ideas can come to life The record-breaking event is a tribute to the company's dedicated team, visionary leadership, and valued partners who continue to push boundaries and create real-world impact. As Ooredoo Maldives continues its 20th-year celebrations, the company promises more bold, future-focused initiatives to come.
Al Jazeera
12 hours ago
- Al Jazeera
Nvidia's CEO says it gained US approval to sell H20 AI chips to China
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang says the technology giant has won approval from United States President Donald Trump's administration to sell its advanced H20 computer chips, used to develop artificial intelligence, to China. The news came in a company blog post late on Monday, and Huang also spoke about the coup on China's state-run CGTN television network in remarks shown on X. 'The US government has assured Nvidia that licences will be granted, and Nvidia hopes to start deliveries soon,' the post said. 'Today, I'm announcing that the US government has approved for us filing licences to start shipping H20s,' Huang told reporters in Beijing. He noted that half of the world's AI researchers are in China. 'It's so innovative and dynamic here in China that it's really important that American companies are able to compete and serve the market here in China,' he said. Huang recently met with Trump and other US policymakers, and this week, he is in Beijing to attend a supply chain conference and speak with Chinese officials. The broadcast showed Huang meeting with Ren Hongbin, the head of the China Council for Promotion of International Trade, which is hosting the China International Supply Chain Expo, which Huang was attending. Nvidia is an exhibitor. Nvidia has profited enormously from rapid adoption of AI and last week became the first company to have its market value surpass $4 trillion. However, the trade rivalry between the US and China has been weighing heavily on the industry. Washington has been tightening controls on exports of advanced technology to China for years, citing concerns that know-how meant for civilian use could be deployed for military purposes. The emergence of China's DeepSeek AI chatbot in January renewed concerns over how China might use the advanced chips to help develop its own AI capabilities. In January before Trump began his second term in office, the administration of US President Joe Biden launched a new framework for exporting advanced computer chips used to develop artificial intelligence, an attempt to balance national security concerns about the technology with the economic interests of producers and other countries. The White House announced in April that it would restrict sales of Nvidia's H20 chips and AMD's MI308 chips to China. Nvidia had said the tighter export controls would cost the company an extra $5.5bn, and Huang and other technology leaders have been lobbying Trump to reverse the restrictions. They have argued that such limits hinder US competition in a leading edge sector in one of the world's largest markets for technology. They have also warned that US export controls could end up pushing other countries towards China's AI technology. Nvidia's US-traded shares slipped 0.5 percent in after-hours trading on Monday, but its shares traded in Frankfurt, Germany, jumped 3.2 percent early on Tuesday.
