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Record-Breaking Robot Art

Ai-Da's portrait of Alan Turing sells for over $1 million, making it the first humanoid robot artwork sold at auction.

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How does Ai-Da create her artwork?: Ai-Da, developed by Aidan Meller with AI specialists from Oxford and Birmingham Universities, uses AI to speak and create art. The robot uses cameras in its eyes to observe and create paintings.
What was significant about the sale of Ai-Da's artwork?: Ai-Da's portrait of Alan Turing, titled "A.I. God. Portrait of Alan Turing," far exceeded pre-sale expectations, receiving 27 bids and highlighting the growing intersection of AI and the art market.
How much did Ai-Da's portrait of Alan Turing sell for at auction?: Ai-Da, a humanoid robot artist, created a 2.2-meter portrait of Alan Turing that sold for \u00a31.08 million at a Sotheby's auction. This marked the first time a humanoid robot's artwork was sold at auction.
What is the artistic style and symbolism of Ai-Da's Turing portrait?: The portrait's "muted tones and broken facial planes" reflect Turing's concerns about AI, according to Meller. Ai-Da's work aims to spark discussion on emerging technologies and their ethical implications.
What are the ethical and societal implications discussed in relation to Ai-Da's artwork?: Alan Turing, a pioneer in computer science and code-breaking, is depicted in the artwork, prompting reflection on the power and ethical considerations of AI. Ai-Da herself notes that the work serves as a catalyst for dialogue about AI.

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