Technology is an intricate part of our lives. What was thought of as science fiction 30 years ago has become a daily ubiquitous. For the first edition of THINK 2024, we wanted to find out more about the scientists, researchers, and engineers pushing the frontiers of cyberspace.
Unmasking Deepfakes: Navigating the Shadows of Digital Deception
Not all technology is benevolent. The rapid advancements of AI have made it notoriously difficult to separate fake content from reality. In a landmark year for elections around the world, figuring out what is fake news and what is not is critical. THINK explores how aspects of deepfake technology work, and investigates the risks that come with it.
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Is Digital Immortality Possible?
How close are we to digital immortality? What if we could upload ourselves to an online world to live forever once our body wears down? Would that be a genius piece of technology or a beehive of unethical practices?
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Voynich Manuscript
The Voynich Manuscript is one of the most enduring historical enigmas, attracting multidisciplinary interest worldwide. Jonathan Firbank speaks with UM鈥檚 wing of the Voynich Research Group about the history, mystery, and cutting-edge technology brought together by this unique medieval text.
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Don鈥檛 forget, you can read the entire Edition for free . Or, if you prefer an old-school approach, you can pick up printed copies of the magazine for free at the University of Malta Campus.
