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I received another DM today. Let’s open the first one.▶ ‘Trump-lookalike’ buffalo nearly slaughtered ahead of Eid al-AdhaA buffalo on a Bangladesh farm has become a social media sensation because it closely resembles U.S. President Donald Trump. The animal’s viral fame reportedly spared it from being slaughtered.With a golden comb-over, it’s hard not to think of Trump. The buffalo not only resembles his facial features but even appears to have the same signature part in its hair. Its online notoriety has drawn tourists to the farm.Unlike most water buffalo, which have dark or brown skin and fur, this animal has albinism—a congenital inability to produce melanin—resulting in pale skin and light fur and the blond-looking comb-over.The owner had decided to sell the buffalo for sacrifice ahead of Eid al-Adha, putting it at risk. Public outcry and concerns that crowds drawn by the animal’s global popularity could create safety issues prompted the Bangladeshi government to intervene. Authorities moved the buffalo to Dhaka National Zoo. Although the animal had become a star, excessive tourist visits had reportedly stressed it and left it emaciated. In the end, its Trump-like appearance became the thing that saved its life.Let’s open the second DM.▶ Hyundai robot that could upend the World Cup… Son Heung-min ‘astonished’We’ve been reporting frequently on humanoid AI robots. They’ve moved quickly from delivery tasks to roles like casino dealing—and now they’re trying soccer. According to the footage, their skills even impressed global star Son Heung-min.Atlas, the humanoid robot developed by Boston Dynamics under Hyundai Motor Group, is better known for industrial demonstrations, but it recently showcased soccer skills. The robot’s agile footwork and flashy techniques reportedly surprised Son. Hyundai posted a video on its YouTube channel showing Son watching Atlas’s performance on a tablet and reacting with admiration.Atlas executed nimble dribbling and even advanced moves such as kicking the ball with a twisted-leg maneuver. Son praised the robot, saying, “Its movements are much better than many players,” and gave a thumbs-up. Humanoid robots have progressed beyond basic locomotion to highly precise movements. It may not be long before seeing a robot warming up beside players at a World Cup no longer seems unusual.Shall we open the last DM? This one raises concerns about AI usage.▶ Partner who talks to AI three hours a day draws ‘sighs’Many people now turn to AI first when they have questions or worries. As dependence on AI grows, a viral online post described a relationship strained by that habit.A man wrote on a forum that his girlfriend spends three hours a day consulting an AI for health advice—far more time than she spends talking to him. For minor symptoms like fingertip numbness or stomach discomfort, she fires off rapid-fire questions to the AI and continues even after medical tests come back normal.Netizens were divided. Some said using AI to ease worries before seeing a doctor can be helpful and preferable to fretting alone. Others warned against blind faith in AI and called the behavior excessive.It’s important to remember that AI is not a medical professional. Experts emphasize that AI-based medical consultations can be a supplementary tool but cannot replace clinical diagnosis and treatment. The crucial task for users is deciding how much weight to give AI’s responses and where to draw the line.That’s my reply to today’s DMs. We admire AI’s impressive soccer feats, but we should also be wary of relying on AI for expert opinions. “Awe” and “concern” capture how society views AI right now. As AI advances at a startling pace, we ought to consider seriously whether we are prepared to integrate it responsibly.Yonhap News TV story inquiries and tips: KakaoTalk/Line jebo23 Jin Ki-hoon (jinkh@yna.co.kr)
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