A digital portrait of Alan Turing, the renowned mathematician artificial intelligence scientist, created by the AI robot AI-Da, has sold for a record-breaking $1 million at auction. The artwork was initially expected to fetch between $120,000 and $180,000 but exceeded all expectations, attracting 27 bids in the process.
Ai-Da explained, “The key value of my work is its capacity to serve as a catalyst for dialogue about emerging technologies.” The portrait is intended to provoke viewers encouraging consideration of the ethical and societal implications of these technological advancements.
The sale of this artwork marks a significant moment in the intersection of artificial intelligence and the global art market, underscoring AI’s growing role in creative expression and challenging traditional concepts of authorship and agency in art.
