Future
Why Apple is behind in the AI race
Why Apple is behind in the AI race Apple has traditionally focused on consumer electronics and software, rather than investing heavily in artificial intelligence research. The company’s approach to AI has been more incremental, with a focus on integrating AI capabilities into existing products rather than developing entirely new AI-powered technologies. Other tech giants like […]
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What happens when AI comes to the cotton fields
What happens when AI comes to the cotton fields A research project in Jenkins County, Georgia, is testing the potential of AI-powered sensors to help cotton farmers optimize pesticide use and reduce harmful residues in local soil and air. The project uses a machine learning algorithm trained on the unique wingbeats of each pest insect […]
🔬 Science
The strangest game of the year is a channel-surfing simulator
The strangest game of the year is a channel-surfing simulator Blippo Plus is a game that defies traditional gaming conventions. The game simulates channel-surfing on an alien TV network called Blippo Plus. Players don’t “play” the game, but rather flip through channels to understand the alien culture. The channels feature FMV shows with human actors […]
🎭 Entertainment
Smart shoe insert could up mobility for people with walking issues
Smart shoe insert could up mobility for people with walking issues A new smart shoe insert with over 170 thin sensors could improve mobility for people with walking problems, such as stroke and Parkinson’s patients. The device measures foot pressure to determine balance and can potentially predict falls, providing real-time feedback to users. The wearable […]
🏥 Health
San Diego State University unveils artificial intelligence degree
San Diego State University unveils artificial intelligence degree San Diego State University (SDSU) has introduced its first-ever Artificial Intelligence and Human Responsibility major. This degree program will be part of the California State University (CSU) system, making it a unique offering among public universities. The AI and HR major aims to equip students with knowledge […]
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Oakland baseball team allows AI manager to step in
Oakland baseball team allows AI manager to step in The Oakland Ballers, an independent baseball team in the Pioneer League, recently allowed an AI manager to call their game. This experiment marks one of the first times AI has been used as a manager in professional sports. Major League Baseball (MLB) announced last week that […]
⚽ Sports
NASA will say goodbye to the International Space Station in 2030 − and welcome in the age of commercial space stations
NASA will say goodbye to the International Space Station in 2030 − and welcome in the age of commercial space stations NASA will officially retire the International Space Station (ISS) in 2030, marking the end of a 24-year continuous human presence in low-Earth orbit. The ISS has been a groundbreaking achievement in space cooperation among […]
📰 News
Microsoft Photos will soon auto-categorize your pictures
Microsoft Photos will soon auto-categorize your pictures Microsoft Photos will soon introduce an AI-powered feature that auto-categorizes images into folders based on their visual contents. The new feature, available to Windows 11 Insiders on Copilot Plus PCs, can identify and categorize screenshots, receipts, identity documents, and handwritten notes. The app’s ability to recognize text in […]
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Around 40% of Employees Use AI At Work, Up From 20% in 2023
Around 40% of Employees Use AI At Work, Up From 20% in 2023 40% of employees in the US are now using AI at work, up from 20% two years ago, according to a recent study. The use of AI for educational tasks has surged, increasing from 9.3% to 12.4%, while scientific tasks have also […]
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4 films that show how humans can fortify – or botch – their relationship with AI
4 films that show how humans can fortify – or botch – their relationship with AI Four films – Blade Runner (1982), Moon (2009), Resident Evil (2002), and Free Guy (2021) – offer thought-provoking portrayals of human-AI relationships, highlighting the importance of fairness, trust, accountability, and transparency in these interactions. The films demonstrate that AI […]
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