Vince Baidoo | AI - The Good, The Bad and The Edge | Watershed
Channel: Watershed
Date: 2023-02-10

AI is a technology that is rapidly advancing and has the potential to change our world in profound ways. However, like all new technologies, AI has both its benefits and its challenges. In this talk, Pervasive Media Studio Resident Vince Baidoo will explore both the good and the bad of AI and delve into some of the controversies that have arisen around it, such as the use of AI in art and the question of what constitutes "real" art.

One aspect of AI that we will be examining is the way that it is helping neurodiverse individuals, as well as freelancers, managers, and leaders of all kinds. This includes chatbots like ChatGPT, which are designed to provide support and information in a conversational manner. However, we will also be discussing some of the challenges that AI is facing, such as planned obsolescence, gatekeeping, and selective outrage. These are important issues that we need to be aware of and understand if we are to make the most of this rapidly evolving technology.

Our Vincent started his first company, VPG Entertainments, at 15 years old with the goal of supporting social change through developing emerging creative talent and business ventures. Over the years he has worked and been trained across various mainstream media channels - working with BBC, ITV & Channel 4 with a commitment to operating independently. Vincent is an O2 Telefonica Alumni & a Second Light Alumni.xs

Due to the unique connection his current company South-Blessed has with the local and wider community Vincent was asked to join the Avon & Sommerset Independant Advisery Group. South-Blessed has also become the lead aspect of the Bristol reaserch into "Creative Citizens" with the University of West of England. Vincent also supports young talent in publishing graphic novels that share and relate to BAME cultures and has recently moved into games developing that also explores under-represented voices and narratives across these medias.

The Pervasive Media Studio is a partnership between the Watershed, University of the West of England and University of Bristol. The lunchtime talks are partly supported by MyWorld, a project led by the University of Bristol to support creative industries in the region. Watershed is supported by Arts Council England.