Ciencia y Tecnología

20 Jul

Trucking’s uneasy relationship with emerging technologies

Camila RojasCiencia 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 within the industry find themselves caught between the allure of future-ready operations and the complexities of real-world deployment. As companies, drivers, and regulators attempt to navigate this uncertain terrain, the relationship…

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

20 Jul

Trump launches AI agenda to limit regulations and curb ‘bias’

Camila RojasCiencia y Tecnología

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…

App to help farmers with £3.5bn potato problem

19 Jul

App to help farmers tackle £3.5bn potato issue

Camila RojasCiencia 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

How OpenAI and UK are transforming public services with AI

Camila RojasCiencia y Tecnología

The United Kingdom is taking a significant step toward modernizing its public sector with the integration of artificial intelligence technologies. In a newly established partnership, the UK government has entered into a formal agreement with OpenAI, a leading company in the development of advanced AI systems. The aim of this collaboration is to explore and implement AI tools that can improve the efficiency, accessibility, and responsiveness of various public services across the country.As digital change takes center stage for governments globally, the UK is advancing its innovation leadership by adopting new technologies. The pact with OpenAI signifies increased trust in…

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

19 Jul

Criminal offence status for deepfakes in NI expected ‘sooner rather than later’

Camila RojasCiencia 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…