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Hindustan Times
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
AI as a co-creator: How artists and writers are embracing unexpected collaborations
Creativity is no longer exclusively human. Around the world, artists, writers, and musicians are partnering with artificial intelligence to produce works that surprise, challenge, and inspire. These collaborations result in art, music, and stories that neither humans nor machines could create alone, reshaping the creative landscape in ways we're only beginning to grasp. Digital artist Refik Anadol uses AI to turn massive datasets into visual installations. His project Machine Hallucinations transforms raw data into dreamlike animations. He achieved this feat with AI's ability to recognise patterns and translate them into new forms. Robin Sloan did a similar experiment in literature for his project, The Sourdough. He used AI to brainstorm ideas and co-write passages, blending human intuition with mechanical creativity. As a result, he got stories that felt familiar while also being refreshingly unexpected. Musicians are jumping onto the AI bandwagon too. Singer-songwriter Taryn Southern released I AM AI, an album where elements like lyrics and melodies were crafted with AI tools. The project intertwines human emotion with machine-generated sound, exhibiting AI's potential as more than just a tool but as an active collaborator. These projects spark many important debates and raise several questions in people's minds. Who takes ownership and credit of a piece created as a result of both human and AI efforts? Should you get a chance to file copyright of AI-generated work, or is it reserved for someone who is driving the machine? Some fear AI might overshadow human creativity, while others see it as a way to push boundaries and explore uncharted ideas. Bias is another major concern. AI models learn from existing data, which can often include stereotypes or limitations. Creators need to stay vigilant, ensuring the works reflect diverse perspectives and avoid reinforcing harmful norms. The future of AI-human partnerships looks promising, even with these challenges in place. Tools like Midjourney, ChatGPT, ElevenLabs and others are making it easier for anyone to experiment with AI as a creative partner. These collaborations aren't about replacing human creativity, they're about expanding it, unlocking new styles, stories, and sounds that were unimaginable just a few years ago. As artists and writers continue exploring this front, one thing is clear: the most exciting work happens when human imagination meets machine intelligence, each contributing something unique to the process.
CairoScene
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- CairoScene
This Exhibit Reimagines Eid in Space at Dubai's Museum of the Future
The experience reimagines Eid in 2071 with AI, robotics, and cosmic exploration. Jun 03, 2025 This Eid Al-Adha, Dubai's Museum of the Future is inviting visitors to imagine what Eid could look like in the year 2071. From June 14th, the museum will offer a range of interactive exhibitions that combine artificial intelligence, robotics, environmental science and sensory experiences. Among the main attractions is a simulated space journey aboard OSS Hope, a fictional orbiting space station. The immersive experience gives visitors a glimpse into Eid celebrations beyond Earth, reflecting the UAE's growing space ambitions. Guests will also be able to meet Ameca, a multilingual humanoid robot capable of interacting in Arabic, English, Hindi, Chinese and other languages. Additional exhibitions include 'Al Waha', a series of mindfulness activities focused on mental wellbeing, and 'Earth Dreams' by media artist Refik Anadol, which uses AI and climate data to visualise planetary change. Visitors can also explore 'The Vivarium', an interactive lab that models how genetically engineered organisms might survive in future habitats. For younger visitors, the 'Future Heroes' floor offers hands-on activities designed to encourage creative thinking and collaboration. The Museum of the Future, one of Dubai's leading cultural destinations, will operate throughout the Eid holiday. Tickets are available online through the museum's official platform.
Hi Dubai
02-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hi Dubai
Museum of the Future Unveils Immersive Eid Al Adha Experiences for Families
The Museum of the Future has launched a dynamic lineup of activities for Eid Al Adha, offering an immersive mix of technology, art, and family-friendly fun designed to captivate visitors of all ages. At the heart of the programme is a virtual space journey aboard the OSS Hope orbiting station, where guests can explore futuristic innovations and glimpse a vision of life in 2071. The museum's second floor hosts the 'Tomorrow, Today' exhibition, where visitors can interact with the multilingual humanoid robot Ameca and capture memorable photos. Sensory wellness takes center stage at 'Al Waha', a calming zone aimed at restoring mental clarity through interactive experiences. Art lovers can delve into 'Earth Dreams' by Refik Anadol, a digital exhibition blending artificial intelligence and atmospheric visuals to explore humanity's relationship with nature. Nature meets innovation in 'The Vivarium', the latest addition to the museum's Nature Rehabilitation Lab. This sealed ecosystem, featuring genetically modified organisms, invites visitors to adjust environmental controls and witness real-time adaptation. For younger visitors, the 'Future Heroes' zone offers a safe, interactive space that promotes learning through creative play and collaboration. Set against the backdrop of one of Dubai's most iconic architectural landmarks, the Museum of the Future provides a unique setting for families to celebrate Eid while exploring the possibilities of tomorrow. News Source: Emirates News Agency
Khaleej Times
01-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Khaleej Times
What will Dubai look like in 2071? Find out at Museum of the Future this Eid
As Eid Al Adha approaches, the Museum of the Future has announced a vibrant programme of innovative and entertaining activities for visitors during the holidays, designed for families of all ages. Highlights include a virtual journey through space, direct interaction with robots, and unforgettable photo opportunities across the museum's futuristic sections. Visitors can embark on a unique space exploration experience aboard the OSS Hope orbiting station. This interactive journey presents the latest innovations and research conducted aboard the station and offers insights into what Dubai and the world might look like in 2071. On the second floor, the 'Tomorrow, Today' exhibit allows visitors to interact with the humanoid robot Ameca, ask questions in multiple languages, and capture memorable photos. Guests can also enjoy 'Al Waha', a sensory experience designed to help restore natural balance and mental clarity. In the 'Earth Dreams' exhibition by artist Refik Anadol, visitors can explore immersive installations that reflect on the human-nature connection. Inspired by atmospheric imagery, the exhibition blends AI-generated digital artworks with a futuristic vision of art, technology, and nature. The museum also presents 'The Vivarium', the latest addition to its Nature Rehabilitation Lab. This living installation showcases an innovative model of environmental design, featuring genetically modified organisms—plants, insects, and microorganisms—within a sealed ecosystem. Visitors can control temperature, humidity, and lighting with a single touch to observe how the organisms adapt in real time. On the first floor, 'Future Heroes' offers an interactive play area dedicated to children. Designed to develop skills in a fun and safe setting, the space encourages learning through exploration, collaboration, and creativity. For visitors looking to capture the perfect Eid snapshot, the museum's iconic architecture provides a stunning and unique backdrop that blends heritage with the future.
Al Etihad
01-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Al Etihad
Eid Al Adha holiday: Museum of the Future offers exceptional family experiences
1 June 2025 15:17 DUBAI (ALETIHAD) The Museum of the Future has announced a vibrant programme of activities for visitors during the Eid Al Adha holiday, designed for all include a virtual journey through space, interaction with robots, and photo opportunities across the museum's futuristic can embark on a unique space exploration experience aboard the OSS Hope orbiting station. This interactive journey presents the latest innovations and research conducted aboard the station and offers insights into what Dubai and the world might look like in the second floor, the 'Tomorrow, Today' exhibit allows visitors to interact with the humanoid robot Ameca, ask questions in multiple languages, and capture memorable can also enjoy 'Al Waha', a sensory experience designed to help restore natural balance and mental clarity. In the 'Earth Dreams' exhibition by artist Refik Anadol, visitors can explore immersive installations that reflect on the human-nature connection. Inspired by atmospheric imagery, the exhibition blends AI-generated digital artworks with a futuristic vision of art, technology, and museum also presents 'The Vivarium', the latest addition to its Nature Rehabilitation Lab. This living installation showcases an innovative model of environmental design, featuring genetically modified organisms—plants, insects, and microorganisms—within a sealed ecosystem. Visitors can control temperature, humidity, and lighting with a single touch to observe how the organisms adapt in real the first floor, 'Future Heroes' offers an interactive play area dedicated to children. Designed to develop skills in a fun and safe setting, the space encourages learning through exploration, collaboration, and creativity. For visitors looking to capture the perfect Eid snapshot, the museum's iconic architecture provides a stunning and unique backdrop that blends heritage with the future.
