Technology

The field of robotics has seen significant advancements in recent years, especially in the development of robots that can navigate various terrains rapidly and efficiently. These robots have the potential to revolutionize how we approach complex missions in challenging environments, such as monitoring natural environments or searching for survivors after disasters. One common type of

When University of Washington graduate student Kate Glazko was on the hunt for research internships, she came across recruiters utilizing advanced artificial intelligence tools like OpenAI’s ChatGPT to streamline the process of summarizing resumes and evaluating candidates. While automated resume screening has been a common practice in recruitment for many years, Glazko, an Allen School

The recent ransomware attack on London hospitals by the Russian group Qilin has caused significant damage and raised concerns about patient data security. The attack, which occurred on June 3, targeted the NHS provider Synnovis, leading to the cancellation of hundreds of operations and appointments in southeast London. The attack had a major impact on

When it comes to discussing energy policies, it is essential to recognize the influence of emotions on decision-making. In a recent study published in Energy Policy, a team of psychologists, sociologists, and a lawyer delved into the role of emotions in determining people’s attitudes towards energy sources. One significant finding was the impact of individuals’

In 1993, three engineers came together at a Denny’s in San Jose with a dream to revolutionize the computer chip industry. Jensen Huang, Chris Malachowsky, and Curtis Priem brainstormed the idea of creating a chip that would enhance graphics for video games, setting the foundation for what would become Nvidia. This initial conversation sparked a

A recent settlement in an Illinois lawsuit involving facial recognition startup Clearview AI has sparked controversy and raised concerns about privacy rights. The settlement, estimated to be worth more than $50 million, has created a unique agreement that gives plaintiffs a share of the company’s potential value rather than a traditional payout. The settlement, approved

The recent ban imposed by the U.S. Commerce Department on the use of Kaspersky software has sparked a controversy, with the cybersecurity firm vehemently denying any security threat. Despite the ban, Kaspersky maintains that the decision will not impact its ability to sell and promote its products and services in the U.S. The company, headquartered

After a tumultuous departure from OpenAI, Ilya Sutskever, a prominent figure in the field of artificial intelligence, has announced the creation of a new company dedicated to the safe development of superintelligent AI systems. With a focus on prioritizing safety over short-term commercial pressures, Safe Superintelligence Inc. aims to push the boundaries of artificial general

In a groundbreaking study published in Applied Physics Reviews, researchers have introduced a novel method to address the challenge of enhancing the capacity of sodium-ion batteries. Led by Professor Oleg Kolosov from Lancaster University and Professor Zhigao Huang from Fujian Normal University, this research promises to revolutionize the field of energy storage. Professor Kolosov emphasized

Ethylene, a highly flammable compound, has a wide range of applications in industries such as packaging, chemical manufacturing, agriculture, and healthcare. With the increasing demand for this versatile hydrocarbon, the need for effective and sustainable production methods has become paramount. The traditional method of producing ethylene involves converting ethane, found abundantly in natural gas, into

The story of Bae Jin-soo’s journey from quitting his corporate job to becoming a renowned figure in South Korea’s webtoon industry is nothing short of inspirational. Despite facing initial backlash from his parents and peers, Bae’s determination to pursue his passion for storytelling through comics led to his eventual success. His unconventional method of self-teaching

The field of robotics has seen significant advancements in recent years, with roboticists introducing increasingly sophisticated systems. However, one of the key challenges in training these systems lies in mapping high-dimensional data, such as images captured by on-board RGB cameras, to goal-oriented robotic actions. Existing techniques often require a vast amount of human demonstrations, making

President Aleksandar Vucic of Serbia has expressed optimism about the potential for his country to exploit lithium resources as early as 2028. This follows new guarantees from Australian mining giant Rio Tinto and the European Union regarding a controversial mining project in the Jadar region of western Serbia. According to Rio Tinto, this area holds

Language model giants such as GPT-4 have been making waves in the conversation AI space, showcasing remarkable capabilities to understand and generate responses in multiple languages. With the emergence of such advanced models, a fundamental question arises: Can these models mimic human communication to such an extent that they become indistinguishable from real human agents?

Tesla shareholders recently voted overwhelmingly in favor of Elon Musk’s 10-year pay plan, which was valued at $44.9 billion by the company in April of this year. Despite a decrease in Tesla’s stock value of about 25% since then, Musk’s compensation remains staggering. This all-stock package, approved by both the board and shareholders in 2018,