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Generative AI integrated into learning. At least five universities provide free access to tools like ChatGPT for University of Hong Kong students with a monthly limit of 20 instructions.

According to a report by Sky Post, artificial intelligence is seen as a major trend in future development, and at least five universities in Hong Kong have integrated artificial intelligence into their courses. Among them, the University of Hong Kong has provided the latest version of ChatGPT and related tools since September. Each student can use 20 commands (prompt) for free every month to help complete homework. The school stated that other assessment methods will be introduced in future exercises and examinations to ensure that students master the necessary subject knowledge, and hopes that teachers and students can become pioneers of GenAI. In addition, the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, Lingnan University of Hong Kong, City University of Hong Kong and the Hong Kong Polytechnic University also allow students to use artificial intelligence tools for free. Qin Sizhao, the president-elect of Lingnan University, even said: "You cannot completely avoid ChatGPT."

Bill Gates: AI poses risks but is controllable, and is a "revolutionary innovation" comparable to the advent of PCs

Bill Gates published an article titled "AI does have risks, but they are controllable" on his personal blog, discussing the risks that exist in the current development of artificial intelligence. He mentioned five major risks: (1) erroneous information generated by AI may be abused to deceive the public; (2) AI can automatically search for system vulnerabilities, increasing the risk of cyber attacks; (3) AI may cause unemployment; (4) AI systems Bias may exist; (5) Use of AI tools may prevent students from learning basic skills while widening educational achievement gaps. These risks require attention, but Gates also emphasized that these risks can be resolved through control.

Meeting of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee: Promoting the innovative development of the new generation of artificial intelligence

The Political Bureau meeting of the CPC Central Committee recently emphasized the importance of the development of general artificial intelligence and proposed the importance of creating an innovation ecosystem and preventing risks. Many cities, including Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Chengdu, etc., have actively introduced policies to promote the development of the artificial intelligence industry and strive to gain a leading position in the innovative development of the new generation of artificial intelligence. Predictions show that by 2030, the scale of China's core artificial intelligence industry is expected to exceed 1 trillion yuan, driving the scale of related industries to exceed 10 trillion yuan, and promoting an increase in labor productivity by more than 20%. However, China's artificial intelligence industry still has shortcomings in original algorithms, open source systems, high-end chips, key components, and high-precision sensors, and there is an insufficient supply of high-level talents. Therefore, it is necessary to improve the overall technological innovation capabilities of artificial intelligence, continue to promote the cultivation of industrial ecology, and accelerate the construction of talent teams to promote the rapid upgrading and development of artificial intelligence.

The Education Bureau has launched professional training for primary and secondary school teachers in programming and artificial intelligence (AI)

In line with the Chief Executive's 2022 Policy Address, the Education Bureau is actively promoting STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) education and popularizing innovative technology education in primary and secondary schools. The aim is to enhance students' interest and abilities in learning Information Technology and innovative technology. The Education Bureau continues to incorporate elements of STEM education into the curriculum of primary and secondary schools. They are also developing "Primary Coding Education Units" and "Secondary Artificial Intelligence Education Units." These curriculum units are based on the achievements of the "Jockey Club Computational Thinking Education" program and the "CUHK Jockey Club 'Smart' for the Future Program," which are initiated and supported by The Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust, and adapted from the materials used in these programs.

Google is developing an AI-powered tool called AIGC (AI Generated Content) identification tool

On May 19th, Google announced that it would introduce two new features to its image search service to combat the spread of false information, particularly in light of the ease with which AI tools can generate fake images. Google will now label every AI-generated image created by AI tools and is collaborating with other platforms and services to ensure that they add the same labeling to the files they publish. Google has reached out to partners such as the AIGC drawing platform Midjourney and vector image library Shutterstock to ensure that all AI content appearing in search results is appropriately labeled.

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