WHEN everyday discussions include topics such as misinformation and disinformation, the question raised is; what is truth? Artificial intelligence (AI) has supercharged the changes that 21st century technologies have already made. It has been suggested that AI has further blurred the lines between what is real and what is true. As Australia heads toward its next election, these questions about truth, information and reality are more urgent than ever.
Sociologist Cory Alpert and artist Scotty So are visiting Shepparton Library on Wednesday, March 5 at 6pm as part of their Treachery of Images: Truth, Reality and AI tour discussing AI, the nature of truth, and the information we receive.
Cory and Scotty offer information and discussion about the nature of truth, the information we receive, and how 21st century technologies are reshaping our understanding of both. Scotty’s art is about lies – presenting what might be real to probe the boundaries of reality and truth. Cory examines the intersection of AI and democracy, focusing on how algorithms are altering our trust in information, society and one another. Their session explores these critically important topics, fostering dialogue about how the world is changing in the era of AI.
This tour is not a political campaign, but rather an effort to bring ideas to communities ahead of a consequential election. By engaging with people across Australia, the speakers hope to spark conversations about truth and reality in the age of AI.
You can meet Cory and Scotty and hear them speak at the Shepparton Library on Wednesday, March 5 at 6pm. Bookings are preferred and can be made on the Goulburn Valley Libraries website under the events tab, by emailing shepparton@gvlibraries.com or calling 1300 374 765.
