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SLO resident Pete Biltoft uses AI tools to create visual images and music

SLO resident Pete Biltoft embraces artificial intelligence as a creative tool, using platforms like Photoshop and Suno AI Music Generator to produce both intricate visual art and compelling musical pieces. Far from viewing AI as a threat to traditional artists—a sentiment he actively disclaims as a hobbyist—Biltoft sees it as a "democratization of the creative process." His artistic endeavors stem from a long-standing desire to bring complex ideas to fruition, leveraging AI to overcome personal artistic limitations. He creates visually striking images from his own photographs, applying AI to achieve unique painterly effects, and crafts music that he believes passes an "eye-watering test" for its emotional resonance. Biltoft also enjoys using AI for humorous creations, such as an image of Godzilla attacking a local landmark, demonstrating the diverse and accessible creative potential of these modern tools.

EWS: Singapore Is The Artificial Intelligence Weathervane We All Need To Monitor

Mar 12,26 | 01:40 EST

iShares MSCI Singapore ETF is rated a Buy due to attractive fundamentals, strong governance and AI-led productivity gains. Read more on EWS ETF here.

Marriott Sees Middle East Travel Dip, Expands AI Tools

Mar 12,26 | 01:39 EST

Marriott highlighted two forces shaping the hotel industry right now - geopolitical volatility and a race to build AI tools that keep travelers inside its direct channels.

BeachesMLS Launches Next-Generation MLS Upgrade With New Listing Platform and AI Tools

Mar 12,26 | 01:37 EST

BeachesMLS announces a technology upgrade that standardises listing data, improves workflows and adds AI tools to support agents across its MLS platform.

Better Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stock: Broadcom vs. AMD

Mar 12,26 | 01:36 EST

AMD and Broadcom have been in impressive form on the stock market in the past year due to the growing adoption of their AI chips by hyperscalers.

What the data says about Americans’ views of artificial intelligence

Mar 12,26 | 01:33 EST

Drawing on five years of Pew Research Center surveys, here are 13 findings about how Americans use and view AI, and where they see promise and risk.

URI professors aiding state’s push to become national leader in artificial intelligence

Mar 12,26 | 01:32 EST

KINGSTON, R.I. – March 12, 2026 – Since Rhode Island created its Artificial Intelligence Task Force in 2024, the group’s primary focus has been ensuring that no business sector is left behind in the growing technology boom. Now, the AI Task Force, which includes two University of Rhode Island faculty members, has unveiled a blueprint to help Rhode Island become a national AI leader, calling for cooperation and collaboration between government and private industry to responsibly implement the technology.

Pope Leo XIV’s balanced view of Artificial Intelligence

Mar 12,26 | 01:31 EST

The Spanish writer Javier Cercas reflects on Pope Leo XIV's Message for the 2026 World Day of Social Communications, discussing the profound implications of AI from a balanced perspective that avoids both naive optimism and apocalyptic fear.

Using AI for court? Iowa lawyers warn it could leave secrets exposed

Mar 11,26 | 01:43 EST

Recent court cases show asking an AI chatbot questions about your legal case could allow opposing parties to see your confidential trial strategy.