34 MONTEREY COUNTY WEEKLY JULY 27-AUGUST 2, 2023 www.montereycountyweekly.com CULTURE We all have questions. Some of us wonder if artificial intelligence will take our jobs, while others fear AI will take over the world. Part of the issue is that AI is “meta” enough to be applicable to so many aspects of our human experience, from medicine to entertainment. We crave and fear this revolution, sensing that we don’t really control it and that we probably will not be able to stop it—and yet we press the accelerator pedal at the very same time, seeking solutions to other things we fear, like climate change. “AI is very in-our-face,” says C. Michael Hogan, a physicist who, after years at Stanford University, retired to Carmel Highlands and now chairs the California Arts & Sciences Institute, a nonprofit that connects local scientists and artists for educational purposes. “The subject has monumental implications,” he adds. “All I’m saying is, let’s not trust it too much.” Hogan is one member of a panel that will meet at Sand City’s SandBox on Friday, July 28 to discuss the implications of AI across various fields. While Hogan, an expert in the field of environmental science and U.S. energy policy, will be presenting on the subject from the position of utmost skepticism, there are other, more AI-enthusiastic members of the panel. One is Francois Melese, emeritus professor of economics at the Naval Postgraduate School, who will shed light on AI’s costs and benefits, like job disruption versus productivity gain. “He is brilliant,” Hogan says of Melese, excited about the prospect of healthy disagreement. Other panel members include Tom Atchison, an early pioneer in AI development, who will provide insights into the various forms of AI technology. Artist Jennifer Perlmutter will represent the Central Coast’s creative community on issues relating to intellectual property and artist livelihoods. Radio host Edward King hosts. This event is the first in a series; subsequent presentations will invite experts to dive into how AI is impacting various fields including filmmaking, journalism, nonprofits and for-profit businesses. This event is co-sponsored by the Ethics Department of UC Santa Cruz. AI: Perils and Possibilities discussion takes place at 5pm Friday, July 28. SandBox, 440 Ortiz Ave., Sand City; the event will also be livestreamed. $30. sandboxsandcity.com. EDWARD KING Questioning AI Join a fierce debate on the promises and perils of artificial intelligence. By Agata Pop˛eda Physicist C. Michael Hogan, right, will speak about AI. (Above, he is shown on a panel with filmmaker Mike Buffo and artist Jennifer Perlmutter.) PROPERTY SPECIFICATION Gas fireplace in each room Modern Amenities 34 Room Facility Jacuzzi sized jetted tubs Free Parking / Free WIFI Continental Breakfast included This boutique hotel was custom designed and built by Rafael B Lopez and family. Posada De San Juan was open in early 1992 and for the past three decades the Lopez family has welcomed guests from near and far. Posada de San Juan is centrally located in the heart of beautiful San Juan Buatista, California. Whether you're looking for your next stay-cation or looking for a place to stay during any upcoming special event, Posada De San Juan is home away from home. CONTACT US (831) 623-4030 310 Fourth St San Juan Bautista, Ca. 95045 posadadesanjuanbautista.com PROPERTY SPECIFICATION Gas fireplace in each room Modern Amenities 34 Room Facility Jacuzzi sized jetted tubs Free Parking / Free WIFI Continental Breakfast included This boutique hotel was custom designed and built by Rafael B Lopez and family. Posada De San Juan was open in early 1992 and for the past three decades the Lopez family has welcomed guests from near and far. Posada de San Juan is centrally located in the heart of beautiful San Juan Buatista, California. Whether you're looking for your next stay-cation or looking for a place to stay during any upcoming special event, Posada De San Juan is home away from home. CONTACT US (831) 623-4030 310 Fourth St San Juan Bautista, Ca. 95045 posadadesanjuanbautista.com For 3 decades we have welcomed guests from near and far to the heart of beautiful San Juan Bautista. Whether it’s a stay-cation or a special event, Posada de San Juan is your home away from home. • 34 Room Facility • Gas fireplace in each room • Modern Amenities • Jacuzzi sized jetted tubs • Free parking/ Free Wifi • Continental Breakfast Included (831) 623-4030 • 310 Fourth St., San Juan Bautista PosadadeSanJuanBautista.com f P y Try Us First. We Pay The Highest! MONTEREY COIN SHOPPE Since 1970 same street for 40 years Open Mon-Thur 11am-4pm and Friday by appointment only. Call for an appointment: 831.646.9030 449 Alvarado St., Monterey www.montereycoinshoppe.com WE BUY GOLD AND SILVER, JEWELRY, COINS, DIAMONDS, WATCHES, ART & RARE ANTIQUES
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