Humanoid AI robot artist Ai-Da has unveiled an artificial intelligence (AI) painting of King Charles III.
The painting, titled Algorithm King, was revealed as part of an AI for Good summit hosted by the United Nations in Geneva.
Named after British mathematician and computer pioneer Ada Lovelace, Ai-Da was created by UK-based art dealer and gallery owner Aidan Meller.
The robot was developed in the UK by a team of engineers and programmers. To create artworks, Ai-Da uses advanced AI algorithms, robotic arms, and cameras.
Speaking at the summit, Ai-Da said: “My presence here reflects a shared journey into new forms of expression and the questions they raise about identity, authorship, and the essence of art.
“It’s a privilege to be part of this remarkable event at the United Nations, surrounded by those shaping the future of technology and culture.”
Algorithm King unveiled at AI for Good summit
For the Platinum Jubilee in 2022, Ai-Da painted the late Queen Elizabeth II, representing the first-ever portrait of a member of the royal family by a humanoid robot.
Discussing her new artwork, Ai-Da said, “Presenting my portrait of His Majesty King Charles III is not just a creative act, it’s a statement about the evolving role of AI in our society, and to reflect on how artificial intelligence is shaping the cultural landscape.”
Since Ai-Da’s creation in 2019, she has exhibited at the University of Oxford, Tate Modern, the Design Museum, and the V&A. She has also spoken at the UN and the House of Lords.
Last year, Ai-Da’s portrait of English mathematician Alan Turing became the first of its kind to be auctioned at Sotheby’s, selling for more than $1 million.
Sotheby’s said the auction reflected “the growing intersection between AI technology and the global art market”.
Ai-Da said: “The key value of my work is its capacity to serve as a catalyst for dialogue about emerging technologies.”
