Strange New World
Artificial intelligence is becoming integral to our everyday lives, sparking a spectrum of reactions—from concern to excitement about emerging possibilities.
The creative field has felt AI’s impact profoundly, especially with the rise of generative models that use vast datasets to produce art based on existing examples. These advancements raise important questions about originality, intellectual property, and the potential displacement of human creators.
Creating With AI
Can AI serve as a creative partner rather than just a tool? Could it help us visualize and recontextualize data, offering fresh perspectives on what AI can contribute to our future?
Intelligent Instruments is an interdisciplinary research lab in Iceland exploring AI’s role in designing new musical instruments, its evolving influence on creativity and society, and the potential of data sonification across various fields.
Their project recently received an honourable mention at the 2024 European Prize for Citizen Science. In this IMPETUS Interview, Thor Magnusson discusses their innovative approach: using AI to open new creative pathways, employing AI-driven music and sound for big data analysis, and enabling hands-on exploration of AI’s potential
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