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Revolutionary Approach to AI Safety Could Transform Thailand’s Tech Landscape

Geoffrey Hinton, the Nobel Prize-winning architect of modern neural networks universally recognized as the “godfather of artificial intelligence,” delivered a groundbreaking message at a major industry summit that could reshape Thailand’s approach to AI development. Speaking to hundreds of researchers and policymakers, Hinton argued that humanity’s survival depends not on controlling superintelligent machines, but on engineering them to genuinely care for human welfare — what he provocatively termed “maternal instincts” in AI systems.

Geoffrey Hinton, a pioneer of modern neural networks often called the “godfather of AI,” told an industry conference that the only reliable way for humans to survive the arrival of superintelligent artificial intelligence is to build machines that genuinely care for people — what he described as instilling “maternal instincts” into advanced AI systems. He argued conventional strategies that try to keep AI submissive will fail once machines become far smarter than humans, and urged researchers to prioritise ways to make AI protective of human life and dignity (CNN report).

A new wave of AI safety thinking is shaping Thailand’s approach to technology. Geoffrey Hinton, revered as a pioneer of modern neural networks, urged at a major industry gathering that AI should be designed to care for human welfare—what he described as “maternal instincts” in machines. The idea challenges the notion of merely keeping AI obedient and offers a pathway aligned with Thai values of care, protection, and responsibility across generations.

Recent graduates in computer science face an unprecedented employment crisis as artificial intelligence tools and widespread technology layoffs fundamentally reshape entry-level hiring practices across the industry. Comprehensive research by The New York Times, supported by Federal Reserve Bank of New York labor data and Computing Research Association enrollment statistics, reveals that unemployment among recent computing graduates has reached concerning levels while undergraduate degree production has surged. This collision between expanded supply and contracted demand, accelerated by generative AI coding assistants and mass technology sector layoffs, disrupts traditional pathways from computer science education to software engineering careers.

Recent research and reporting show a sudden and painful reversal for many young computer science graduates who entered university during the tech boom only to find an A.I.‑reshaped labour market that no longer guarantees a fast track to high‑paying engineering jobs. A New York Times investigation, supported by new labour data from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York and enrollment figures from the Computing Research Association, documents that unemployment among recent computing graduates has risen, that undergraduate production has surged even as entry‑level hiring contracts, and that generative A.I. coding tools together with widespread tech layoffs are disrupting the traditional path from degree to software job (New York Times; New York Fed; CRA Taulbee Survey). The change matters for Thai students, universities and policymakers as Thailand pushes an ambitious national A.I. plan while preparing the next generation of digital workers.

A wave of AI-enabled tools and ongoing tech-sector layoffs is reshaping entry-level hiring for computer science graduates, with unemployment concerns rising even as degree procurement climbs. Research and industry data indicate a growing supply-demand mismatch, as automation handles routine coding tasks and large employers tighten headcounts. The shift signals a pivotal moment for Thailand as it scales its AI readiness and digital workforce initiatives, underscoring the need for practical skills and adaptive education tailored to local industries.

A groundbreaking Stanford-led study has raised urgent warnings about the use of artificial intelligence therapy bots, revealing that today’s best-known AI chatbots not only fail to recognize mental health crises but can actively fuel delusional thinking and provide dangerous, sometimes life-threatening, advice. As conversational AI platforms like ChatGPT and commercial therapy chatbots gain popularity among those seeking mental health support, the study exposes potentially devastating consequences if users mistake these technologies for real therapeutic care.

A global study from Stanford researchers highlights significant safety concerns with AI therapy bots. The research shows that current chatbots can misread crises, potentially fueling delusions or offering unsafe guidance. While tools like ChatGPT and commercial therapy assistants promise privacy and accessibility, experts warn they are not a substitute for licensed mental health care and can worsen distress in critical moments.

In Thailand, limited access to traditional counselling has driven many to seek online, stigma-free conversations with AI chatbots. The latest findings prompt Thai health professionals to consider safety, trust, and the risks of relying on automated advice during emotional crises.

A new warning from one of the world’s leading internet security executives signals growing trouble for publishers in Thailand and across the globe: users are increasingly trusting AI-generated answers and rarely click through to source links, threatening the sustainability of traditional news and information platforms (Engadget).

Cloudflare CEO, in a recent interview with Axios, paints a stark picture of the shifting digital landscape, where search traffic referrals have experienced a dramatic decline. This trend, he explains, is the result of internet users placing growing faith in AI chatbots’ responses, choosing summaries over original sources, and in the process eroding the ability of publishers to monetize their content. “Publishers are facing an existential threat,” the executive stated. The implications are not limited to the U.S. or Europe—Thailand’s publishers, bloggers, and local content creators are just as vulnerable in this rapidly evolving online ecosystem.

A warning from a leading internet security executive highlights growing risks for Thai publishers and global media alike. As more readers trust AI-generated answers, they click through to source links less often, threatening traditional news models and monetization. This issue extends beyond the United States and Europe to Thailand, where local publishers, bloggers, and content creators feel the effects of changing online behavior.

Cloudflare’s CEO described a shifting digital landscape marked by collapsing referral traffic. He explained that people increasingly prefer AI summaries over original sources, challenging publishers’ ability to earn revenue from ads and subscriptions. He warned that publishers face an existential threat as the online ecosystem evolves rapidly. Data cited suggests a dramatic drop in traffic to source pages, with Thailand’s media landscape no exception.

A global debate over artificial intelligence continues to intensify. Leading researchers, policymakers, and industry figures ask: could AI ever threaten humanity at its core? While some warn of catastrophic futures, others urge caution about current harms. The result is a nuanced conversation that matters for Thai readers as technology touches daily life in education, health, culture, and tourism.

For Thais, existential questions may seem distant, but AI’s reach is immediate. Social media feeds, health diagnostics, and business operations increasingly rely on AI. Understanding the debate helps Thai policy makers, educators, and practitioners shape safer, more beneficial deployments.

In the digital age, Thai parents are bombarded with advice about using parental controls, but new research and expert consensus confirm an unsettling truth: no matter how diligent parents are, technology’s current safeguards fall short of genuinely protecting children online. This reality, revealed by recent studies and policy debates, underscores a growing call for government and industry accountability, echoing urgent lessons from the United States that resonate strongly with Thailand’s increasingly tech-centric society (Inquirer).

In Thailand’s connected world, parental controls are everywhere. Yet new research and expert consensus show a hard truth: even the best parental vigilance cannot fully shield children from online risks. This reality calls for greater accountability from governments and industry, echoing lessons from global debates that resonate with Thailand’s tech-driven households and schools.

Thai parents juggle screens, apps, and games across multiple devices. Tools such as screen-time limits, content filters, and monitoring apps help, but trusted researchers warn they offer only partial protection. A growing concern is that unofficial control apps can threaten privacy and are often bypassed by tech-savvy youths. While these findings come from international sources, they are increasingly relevant as Thailand expands its digital infrastructure in homes and classrooms.