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Alexandre Gefen

Alexandre Gefen, Directeur de Recherche (Full Research Professor) at the CNRS Theory and History of Modern Art and Literature Laboratory (UMR7172, THALIM, CNRS / University Sorbonne Nouvelle - Paris 3- Ecole Normale Supérieure), is a historian of ideas and literature. He is the author of numerous articles and essays on culture, contemporary literature and literary theory. He was one of the pioneers of Digital Humanities in France. He is the director of the Culturia IA research project, which focuses on the history and cultural issues of artificial intelligence.

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AI for a Cultural History

This article explores the cultural history of artificial intelligence, from ancient myths to contemporary advancements. Learn how AlphaGo and GANs emphasize the connections between technology, philosophy, and culture. It advocates for a transcultural understanding of AI, addressing societal anxieties and aspirations in a narrative that humanizes technology.