Welcome to the Age of Artificial Intelligence

In the mid-15th century, German inventor Johannes Gutenberg invented the printing press. Over the next two centuries, his invention replaced the church’s near-monopoly on the written word. It led to an ever-increasing spread of knowledge, information, and understanding of history.

Similarly, the development of the steam engine kick-started the Industrial Revolution, changing how people lived forever. Economic growth accelerated, people migrated to cities, and goods became less expensive and standardized.

These breakthroughs were followed by the invention of the telephone in the late 19th century and air travel in the early 20th century. More recently, the development of the micro-computer, the Internet, and modern mobile phones have impacted every aspect of human life.

Each of these breakthroughs profoundly impacted the world and led to a democratization of sorts. The printing press allowed for the spread of information to the masses; The Industrial Revolution allowed people to choose vocations rather than inheriting them; And the telephone and air travel enabled people to communicate and meet with people anywhere in the world.

Artificial Intelligence is a similar watershed technology development that will reshape the world. Large language models like ChatGPT and Google’s Bard will soon be omnipresent. How they impact our world is exciting and daunting.

AI is already everywhere in our society. Students use it to “help” write term papers; forecasters use AI to predict hurricane tracks; software engineers use it to create websites; AI is used in healthcare to diagnose illnesses; and finance is used to detect fraud. Soon, any ask that utilizes a computer will likely be completed, at least in part, by communicating with an AI.

Each of the advancements in technology came with accompanying challenges. For example, there were sweatshops across London during the Industrial Revolution, airplanes were quickly turned into weapons of war, and the Internet was used to target people for nefarious purposes. However, each of these innovations has led to incredible growth in human prosperity, creativity, living conditions, and knowledge. We are confident that AI will do the same.

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Christy & Terry Jaillet

OUR CITY MEDIA PUBLISHERS

May 2

NAEMI's Mental Health Awareness Month Art Exhibition

Join us for the opening of a unique art exhibition that explores the positive impact that persons recovering from mental illnesses experience through art.

6:00 pm to 7:30 PM at the Southwest Regional Library in 16835 Sheridan St., Pembroke Pines. For more info, scan the QR Code.

May 6

Asian American & Pacific Islander Evening

Celebrate Asian American & Pacific Islander Month. The multicultural show will feature delicious & authentic Asian food, dance, and music. Hosted by Vice Mayor Yvette Colbourne, in association with Jinlu Arts, at the Shirley Branca Park, 6900 Miramar Parkway from 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm. For more info call 954-602-5151.

May 11

In-Person Job Fair

Looking for work opportunities or looking to switch careers/ positions? Sign up for this years FREE Job Fair! Vendors such as WSVN, Broward Sheriff's Office, Hardrock, Amazon, and more will be in attendance! Interviews on site! Hiring on the spot! Drawings on the hour for free iPads! Must be present to win. 10:00 am - 2:00 pm at the Miramar Cultural Center, 2400 Civic Center Place. www.miramarfl.gov/1885/Job-Fair

May 12

MAY 5-7

Vietnam Wall Memorial

Visitors are invited to view the “The Moving Wall,” a Vietnam Veterans Memorial Traveling Half-Size Replica, while it makes a stop in Coral Springs. The wall, which is a replica of the permanent memorial in Washington D.C. is being sponsored by the Veterans Coalition of Coral Springs. This marks the second time the Moving Wall will make its way to Coral Springs, as it was also here in 2015. The Moving Wall has been touring the country for more than 30 years.

It will be open for public viewing at the Tom Messenheimer Field in the Coral Springs Sportsplex, 2575 Sportsplex Dr. For info visit www.themovingwall.org

May 11

Spring Into Art & Music Event

Enjoy children’s artworks & music performances, puppies from Petland and join the Fantasy Theatre Factory in an interactive & fun dance factory show. The FREE event will take place at the Charles F. Dodge City Center at 7:00 pm. For more info call 954392-2122.

Shabba Ranks Live

Legendary Jamaican dancehall DJ Shabba Ranks has been instrumental in gaining prominence for reggae and reggae-influenced music. He was the first reggae artist to win back-to-back Grammy Awards. His string of hits throughout the 80’s and 90’s include: “Mr Loverman” “Housecall” (with Maxi Priest) “Slow And Sexy” (with Johnny Gill) “Trailer Load A Girls”, “The Jam” (with KRS One). Show starts at 8:00 pm at Miramar Cultural Center Theatre. Scan the QR Code for tickets and info.