Non-profit research firm OpenAI has created a system that can accurately write fiction and non-fiction – but it's being kept under wraps amid concerns that it could be used to spread fake news. Although AI is spreading across society, there is still resistance and uncertainty around the tech.

Google has launched a shopping interface to help Indian internet users buy online by offering a seamless platform. As more Indians go online, the Google Shopping interface enables personalised online shopping experience to those still dubious of bypassing bricks-and-mortar stores.

Artificial intelligence is already helping make the recruitment process fairer, but now companies are looking for ways they can apply AI to retain and empower their employees on the job. The emerging AI tools offer robotic check-ins and behavioural nudges which could help people who feel disengaged or lack motivation in the workplace.

Over 70% of people fear AI in some way, with 24% worried it will take over the world. Canvas8 spoke to Tom Chatfield, author of Critical Thinking, to find out how we can create AI that won’t jeopardise our liberty, and to understand how human biases influence machine programming.