The southwestern French town of Arcachon will provide free access to ChatGPT Premium for its mainly older residents to improve digital literacy. Mayor Yves Foulon announced this initiative, emphasizing the importance of being digitally literate. The town, which has a significant elderly population, aims to bridge the digital divide by offering AI assistance through its website. Concerns were raised about choosing a US company for this service, and the budget for ChatGPT is estimated at €10,000 annually, amidst a budget crisis in France. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)