Francesco Biondi

AI infotainment systems: Just another distraction for drivers?

Francesco Biondi in front of a driving simulatorFaculty of Human Kinetics professor Dr. Francesco Biondi studies distracted driving (DAVE GAUTHIER/University of Windsor)

By Kate Hargreaves 

Twenty years ago, the cockpit of the average car was a lot less complicated.  

Knobs and buttons turned on the heat and air conditioning, adjusted vents or changed the radio station. 

Today, touch screens are the norm, and manufacturers compete to add the latest in technological advancements. 

AI at sea: New UWindsor report warns of overreliance risks

tablet with AI in maritime defense report cover on table with coffee and laptopA new report by UWindsor Human Kinetics researchers explores the risks of AI in maritime defence (CANADIAN MARITIME SECURITY NETWORK; CANVA STOCK/University of Windsor)

By Lori Bona

From navigation to monitoring ocean traffic, artificial intelligence (AI) is playing an increasing role in ships and maritime operations — including those used by the Canadian Armed Forces. 

But relying too heavily on AI in maritime vessels introduces new risks for human operators and defence systems, according to a new report from researchers at the University of Windsor.