Global AI summit tackles misinformation and deepfakes with a little ‘bot’ of help

PNP DeskMay 31, 2024September 20, 202407 mins

The annual AI for Good Summit has been described as the leading UN platform promoting this technology to advance health, climate, gender, inclusive prosperity, sustainable infrastructure, and other global development priorities. Frederic Werner, Head of Strategic Engagement at the UN International Telecommunication Union (ITU) underscored the need to develop standards to combat misinformation and deepfakes. “You…

UN environment agency tackles mercury-tarnished gold mining industry

PNP DeskFebruary 16, 2023September 10, 202404 mins

“Over 100 million people rely on artisanal gold mining for their livelihoods, so it’s critical that we work with governments to equip miners with the knowledge and tools necessary to phase out mercury use,” said Ludovic Bernaudat, the programme manager of planetGOLD, an innovative effort led by the UN Environment Programme (UNEP). Funded by the…