Mindline at Work for MOE, a government supported mental health initiative for teachers in Singapore, was widely criticised for its AI chatbot that gave generic advice that failed to meet teachers’ specific needs. The AI therapy app business is a booming industry in Asia, with many startups offering apps that promise to improve mental health in a work context. However, these apps may not be able to meet the actual needs of workers, as the root causes of their mental health problems remain unaddressed. Ultimately, these apps can only do so much in the face of adverse conditions, and workers need to be provided with the resources and support they require to ensure good mental health. Read full article here
Oddities
Why Do Modern Pop Songs Have So Many Credited Writers?
The music industry has changed dramatically over the last few decades – with the number of songwriters credited on number one hits more than doubling. This is due to a combination of factors, including money, the computer and a changing definition of what songwriting is. For example, if The Beatles’ classic “I Feel Fine” was released today, it would likely have four writers credited instead of two, due to the influence of producers, samples and interpolations. With the rise of lawsuits, artists now preemptively add songwriter credits to their songs, even if the similarities between their song and the source material are coincidental. It all goes to show that the music industry is becoming more complex and competitive. Read full article here
Merv
March 29, 2023
